BASIC CODE ENFORCEMENT QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS 2024

BASIC CODE ENFORCEMENT QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS 2024 What is a model code? - ANSWER A written set of regulations available for adoption by the local jurisdiction. State Codes may be susceptible to what? - ANSWER Political influence over code regulations Hammurabi is best known for? - ANSWER Establishing the 1st known building code. According to Hammurabi, what happens to a builder if the house collapses and kills the owner? - ANSWER The builder shall be put to death. The main purpose f the building code is? - ANSWER Protect the public health, safety, and welfare. What is a performance type code? - ANSWER A code that allows flexibility, provided the final outcome meets the code's intent. What services does the ICC provide? - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER What are the 3 original model code organizations. Law - ANSWER How a building code is adopted by a jurisdiction. What is a prescriptive code - ANSWER A code that describes exactly what methods and materials are to be used during construction. Who are "Standards" are primarily developed by? - ANSWER Industry Organizations What is a building code? - ANSWER A legal document that regulates the construction of buildings and structures. What are two types of construction regulations? - ANSWER Prescriptive and Performance What is a referenced standard? - ANSWER A type of standard that is an enforceable extension of the code. What year was ICC established as a non-profit? - ANSWER Was established in 1994 Who grants the authority to adopt codes? - ANSWER The federal government How is the international Code adopted? - ANSWER Is adopted by reference. What does ICC stand for? - ANSWER International Code Council What are the benefits of becoming certified? - ANSWER Demonstrates commitment to the profession, Establishes professional credentials, & can improve career opportunities. What is typically found in an ICC Evaluation Service Report? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER Provides interpretations of misunderstood or confusing code requirements. An adopted code may become invalid if it does what? - ANSWER Prohibits alternative methods or materials. construction documents - ANSWER Plans and specifications necessary for obtaining a building permit. section drawings - ANSWER 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.