Basic Code Enforcement WITH 100- SURE ANSWERS

DANIEL Basic Code Enforcement WITH 100% SURE ANSWERS What is a model code? A written set of regulations available for adoption by the local jurisdiction. State Codes may be susceptible to what? Political influence over code regulations Hammurabi is best known for? Establishing the 1st known building code. According to Hammurabi, what happens to a builder if the house collapses and kills the owner? The builder shall be put to death. The main purpose f the building code is? Protect the public health, safety, and welfare. What is a performance type code? A code that allows flexibility, provided the final outcome meets the code's intent. What services does the ICC provide? The ICC provides: certification of code professionals, training & education, and publication of model codes, but does not set permit and plan review fees. ICBO, BOCA, & SBCCI What are the 3 original model code organizations. Law How a building code is adopted by a jurisdiction. What is a prescriptive code A code that describes exactly what methods and materials are to be used during construction. Who are "Standards" are primarily developed by? Industry Organizations What is a building code? A legal document that regulates the construction of buildings and structures. What are two types of construction regulations? Prescriptive and Performance What is a referenced standard? A type of standard that is an enforceable extension of the code. What year was ICC established as a non- profit? Was established in 1994 Who grants the authority to adopt codes? The federal government How is the international Code adopted? Is adopted by reference. What does ICC stand for? International Code Council What are the benefits of becoming certified? Demonstrates commitment to the profession, Establishes professional credentials, & can improve career opportunities. What is typically found in an ICC Evaluation Service Report? A detailed description of the method and materials being evaluated, Manufacturer information, & limitations of the method or material. What does ICC's interpretive service provide? Provides interpretations of misunderstood or confusing code requirements. An adopted code may become invalid if it does what? Prohibits alternative methods or materials. construction documents Plans and specifications necessary for obtaining a building permit. section drawings Detail that shows how certain aspects of a building will be connected or framed in. Longitudinal section cuts through the long axis of a building and transverse sections (cross section) are through the short axis. Engineering detail test results or calculations needed to verify the code requirements will be met: soil studies, geotech reports, structural calculations (wind, snow, seismic) approved plans a legal document on how a structure will be built. A building permit is a license to build. what are the four types of building inspections construction inspections ( done at various stages of construction), complaint inspections, survey/periodic inspections, special inspections. footing inspection First inspection done after excavation and forms for th footings are in place. Check soil, depth / width of forms, rebar, pipes passing through. foundation inspection Second inspection after footings installed and foundation forms are placed. Check thickness and depth, anchor bolts, pipes are protected if any. concrete slab on grade inspection Third inspection done after forms are removed from the foundation walls. Concrete slab may now be installed. Inspect subgrade, basefill, vapor barrier, and reinforcement mesh or rebar. if crawl space there will be a backfill inspection. framing inspection Forth inspection when all framing, electrical wiring, plumbing, heating and mech. equipment installed and fireblocked. final inspection Fifth and last inspection when structure is complete. Issue certificate of occupancy or completion. AFF Above Finished Floor AB Anchor Bolt CMU Concrete Masonry Unit DIA Diameter ELEV Elevation FFL Finished Floor Level FTG Footing FDN Foundation GWB Gypsum Wallborad HT Height JB Junction Box LAV Lavatory OC On Center PVC Polyvinyl Chloride PL Property Line RD Roof Drain SD Smoke Detector SF Square Feet SW Switch UL Underwriters Laboratories WP Weatherproof WWF Welded Wire Fabric