Building Construction Chapter 13 and 14

What is the most common temporary fire protection measure at construction sites?

Installation of standpipes with outlets

When must newer codes require a minimum of one lighted stairway to be provided during building construction?

When building construction reaches a height above 4 stories or 50 feet

What is a construction process that increases the fire hazard of a construction site?

Welding, cutting, grinding

At what point must building and fire codes typically require that standpipes be extended during construction?

Before the construction reaches 40 feet above the lowest level of fire department access Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary hazard unique to renovating and remodeling?

Disturbance of hazardous substances such as asbestos Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of leaving a hose valve open at a construction site?

An FDC charged for a fire will flow water out of any open valve Signup and view all the answers

What is the most dangerous time in a building's life span?

During demolition Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of land subsidence?

Removal of large amounts of underground water or oil over many years Signup and view all the answers

What can cause collapse during construction?

Temporary loads on structural members exceeding final design loads due to careless stockpiling of heavy building materials on upper floors Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential cause of building collapse during construction?

Careless stockpiling of heavy building materials on upper floors Signup and view all the answers

What is critical to prevent building collapse?

Before adding loads, structural supports must be built Signup and view all the answers

What can cause a collapse during construction?

Temporary weakness of the building frame Signup and view all the answers

What equipment is typically used in controlled collapse demolition?

Crane with demo ball Signup and view all the answers

What can undermine the structural stability of nearby structures during demolition work?

Shifting soil loads Signup and view all the answers

When does the potential for collapse increase during piecemeal demolition?

When primary structural members are removed Signup and view all the answers

Building Construction Chapter 13 and 14

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