Division Scope of Building Code
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What does Division A of this Code contain?

  • Acceptable solutions
  • Internal Cross-references
  • Administrative provisions
  • Compliance and application provisions, objectives, and functional statements (correct)

    • What is the scope of Division B of this Code?

  • Administrative provisions
  • Acceptable solutions (correct)
  • Terms and abbreviations
  • Compliance and application provisions, objectives, and functional statements

    • What does Division C of this Code contain?

  • Administrative provisions (correct)
  • Compliance and application provisions, objectives, and functional statements
  • Internal Cross-references
  • Acceptable solutions

    • What is the rule when the Division of a referenced provision is not specified in this Code?

    <p>It shall mean that the referenced provision is in the same Division as the referencing provision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parts of Division A apply to all plumbing systems covered in this Code?

    <p>Parts 1, 2, and 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parts of Division B apply to all plumbing systems covered in this Code?

    <p>Parts 1 and 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parts of Division C apply to all plumbing systems covered in this Code?

    <p>Parts 1 and 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 1.4 of this Code contain?

    <p>Terms and abbreviations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to words and phrases used in this Code that are not included in the list of definitions?

    <p>They are considered as non-defined terms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a storm sewer?

    <p>To intercept and convey storm water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for water that is discharged from a surface as a result of rainfall or snowfall?

    <p>Storm water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a trap arm?

    <p>To connect the trap to the vent pipe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a single room or series of rooms of complementary use?

    <p>Suite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a trap dip?

    <p>The lowest part of the upper interior surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the vertical distance between the trap dip and the trap weir?

    <p>Trap seal depth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a vent header?

    <p>A vent pipe that connects any combination of stack vents or vent stacks to outside air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a pipe that is installed underground to intercept and convey subsurface water?

    <p>Subsoil drainage pipe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the highest part of the lower interior surface of a trap?

    <p>Trap weir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can't compliance with objectives and functional statements be demonstrated in isolation?

    <p>Because they are entirely qualitative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Clause 1.2.1.1.(1)(b) establish?

    <p>Quantitative performance targets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the performance targets defined in Division B?

    <p>Not very precisely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of demonstrating compliance with Clause 1.2.1.1.(1)(b)?

    <p>To show it's as well as a design that satisfies Division B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What represents the residual level of risk deemed acceptable by Canadians?

    <p>The risk remaining once the applicable acceptable solutions in Division B have been implemented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when Division B offers a choice between several possible designs?

    <p>They may not all provide exactly the same level of performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of demonstrating compliance with Clause 1.2.1.1.(1)(b)?

    <p>To show that an alternative solution is as well as a design that would satisfy the applicable acceptable solutions in Division B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the boundaries between acceptable risks and unacceptable risks?

    <p>Division B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many designs are offered in Division B?

    <p>Several</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern addressed in this Code in relation to resources?

    <p>Excessive use of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the National Code Documents that have a master list of objectives?

    <p>National Building Code, National Energy Code for Buildings, National Fire Code, and National Plumbing Code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'the building or facility' refer to in the objectives?

    <p>The building or facility being assessed for compliance with the National Plumbing Code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is included in the term 'person' in the definition of Objective OS1, Fire Safety?

    <p>Any individual in or adjacent to the building or facility, including occupants, the public, and emergency responders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are there gaps in the numbering sequence of the objectives?

    <p>Due to the master list of objectives covering the four principal National Code Documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of listing the objectives?

    <p>To provide a master list of objectives covering the four principal National Code Documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the objectives in the Code?

    <p>Building safety and environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of the National Plumbing Code?

    <p>To provide a standard for plumbing systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of the National Plumbing Code?

    <p>For all plumbing systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ASTM standard specifies the requirements for pipe, steel, black and hot-dipped, zinc-coated, welded and seamless?

    <p>ASTM A53/A53M-18</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of ASSE/ASME/CSA ASSE 1002-2015/ASME A112.1002-2015/CSA B125.12-15?

    <p>Anti-siphon fill valves for water closet tanks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of ASSE/ASME/CSA ASSE 1016-2017/ASME A112.1016-2017/CSA B125.16-17?

    <p>Performance requirements for individual showers and tub/shower combinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which standard specifies the requirements for forged or rolled alloy and stainless steel pipe flanges, forged fittings, and valves and parts for high-temperature service?

    <p>ASTM A182/A182M-19</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of ASSE 1051-2009?

    <p>Individual and branch type air admittance valves for sanitary drainage systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which standard specifies the requirements for seamless and welded austenitic stainless steel tubing for general service?

    <p>ASTM A269/A269M-15a</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of ASSE/ASME/CSA ASSE 1037-2015/ASME A112.1037-2015/CSA B125.37-15?

    <p>Performance requirements for pressurized flushing devices for plumbing fixtures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of ASSE/ASME/CSA ASSE 1070-2015/ASME A112.1070-2015/CSA B125.70-15?

    <p>Performance requirements for water temperature limiting devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which standard specifies the requirements for building services piping?

    <p>ASME B31.9-2017</p> Signup and view all the answers

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