National Building Code of the Philippines

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What is the main purpose of the building code described in the text?

  • To establish policies and plans for the construction industry
  • To regulate the use and occupancy of buildings and structures
  • To ensure safe and sanitary construction of buildings and structures (correct)
  • To provide guidelines for the design and maintenance of buildings and structures

What is required for the land or site upon which a building or structure is to be constructed?

  • The land must be approved by competent authorities (correct)
  • The land must be free from any potential sources of fire or explosion
  • The land must be used for human habitation or abode
  • The land must be located near a body of water

What is the primary responsibility for the administration and enforcement of the building code described in the text?

  • A professional staff of architects, engineers, and technicians
  • The local municipal government
  • The building owners and occupants
  • The Secretary of Public Works, Transportation and Communications (correct)

What is the Secretary authorized to do in order to carry out the provisions of the building code?

<p>Formulate policies, plans, standards, and guidelines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Referral Codes' mentioned in the text?

<p>They are codes that have been incorporated into this building code (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Building Code of the Philippines?

<p>To provide a framework of minimum standards and requirements to regulate and control the location, site, design quality of materials, construction, use, occupancy, and maintenance of buildings and structures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of buildings and structures are covered by the provisions of the National Building Code?

<p>Both public and private buildings and structures, except traditional indigenous family dwellings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the National Building Code affect buildings and structures constructed before its approval?

<p>The Code only applies to the portions of buildings and structures constructed before its approval that are being altered, added to, converted, or repaired (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the official title of the National Building Code of the Philippines?

<p>National Building Code of the Philippines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the National Building Code of the Philippines?

<p>To safeguard life, health, property, and public welfare (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT covered by the provisions of the National Building Code of the Philippines?

<p>The maintenance of traditional indigenous family dwellings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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