IBC Chapters Flashcards

Study Notes

IBC Chapters Overview

Chapter 1: Scope and Administration - Outlines the applicability and enforcement of building codes.
Chapter 2: Definitions - Provides essential terminology to understand the code's provisions.
Chapter 3: Use and Occupancy Classification - Classifies buildings based on their intended use and occupancy type.
Chapter 4: Special Detailed Requirements - Specifies additional requirements linked to specific uses and occupancies.
Chapter 5: General Building Heights and Area - Details regulations regarding the permissible height and size of buildings.
Chapter 6: Types of Construction - Describes various construction types and the regulations governing them for fire safety and structural integrity.
Chapter 7: Fire and Smoke Protection Features - Enforces features that protect against fire and smoke spread within buildings.
Chapter 8: Interior Finishes - Sets standards for the materials used in interior finishes regarding safety and aesthetics.
Chapter 9: Fire Protection Systems - Mandates installation and maintenance of automatic and manual fire protection systems.
Chapter 10: Means of Egress - Establishes requirements for safe and accessible pathways for exiting a building in emergencies.
Chapter 11: Accessibility - Ensures building designs are compliant with accessibility standards for individuals with disabilities.
Chapter 12: Interior Environment - Addresses requirements for the quality of the interior environment, including light and ventilation.
Chapter 13: Energy Efficiency - Promotes measures for energy conservation and sustainable practices in building design.
Chapter 14: Exterior Walls - Outlines requirements for the design and construction of exterior wall systems.
Chapter 15: Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures - Covers guidelines for constructing and maintaining roofs and associated structures.
Chapter 16: Structural Design - Specifies structural integrity requirements, including loads and forces buildings must withstand.
Chapter 17: Special Inspections and Tests - Establishes the need for specific inspections and testing procedures during construction for compliance.

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Test your knowledge of the International Building Code (IBC) with these flashcards covering the key chapters. Each card provides definitions related to scope, classification, and special requirements of building codes. Perfect for students and professionals in architecture and construction.