Flashcard Terms

ends cut into an angle to allow the joist to fall into the structure in the event of a fire to prevent wall collapse

A narrow horizontal board to attach a row of studs to support the ends of a floor or ceiling joists.

Joist is penetrated into or resting in a cavity of exterior walls

<p>A parapet is a barrier that is an extension of the wall at the edge of a roof, terrace, balcony, walkway or other structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Relating to or denoting substances obtained by the refining and processing of petroleum or natural gas. In building construction, the presences of gasoline type substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>steel anchor bar/rods are secured to the exterior of the building by a plate/nut combination</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a mental evaluation that assists in determining a course of action and methods necessary to accomplish a desired goal</p> Signup and view all the answers