practice 5

Steel Stud Applications

• Steel studs can be used in various applications, including non-load bearing walls, load-bearing walls, floor joists, and roof trusses.

Insulating Existing Wall Cavities

• When insulating a structure and an existing wall cavity already has insulation, it's essential to ensure the new insulation is compatible with the existing one.

Insulating Exposed Stud Cavities

• When an exposed stud cavity is found to have no insulation, it's crucial to add insulation to prevent heat loss and energy inefficiency.

Sunroom Classification

• A one-story structure attached to a dwelling with a glazing area in excess of 40% of the gross area of the exterior walls and roof is considered a sunroom.

Lead Exposure Limits

• The maximum lead exposure a worker can have is 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air.

Roof Fall Protection

• A roof with an unprotected side or edge that is more than 6 feet above the level below shall be protected from falling by using a personal fall arrest system (PFAS).

Debris Disposal

• When materials are dropped more than 20 feet to any point lying outside of a building, a net or catch platform is required.

Water Closet Flush Valve Requirements

• A water closet flush valve shall be automatic or located at a minimum of 15 inches above the floor.

Assembly and Accessibility Requirements

• The AAB requirement for a new church, temple, or mosque is to have accessible features and assembly areas.

Anchor Bolt Spacing

• The maximum spacing for anchor bolts on a sill plate is 6 feet.

Roofing Materials Classification

• Class A roofing materials have a higher fire rating than Class C materials, with Class A materials being more resistant to fire.

Soil Load Bearing Capacity

• The load-bearing capacity of sand varies depending on the type and density, but generally, it can support a significant amount of weight.

Concrete Foundation Protection

• Concrete foundation shall be protected from freezing during depositing and for 24 hours after.

Rebar Size

• A #3 rebar is 3/8 inch in diameter.

Excavation Notification

• Abutters must be notified at least 3 days prior to excavation commencement.

Fall Protection Plan

• A Fall protection plan must include all of the following except for worker training records.

Stairway Handrail Clearance

• When there is a handrail on one side of a stairway, the minimum clear width at and below the handrail height is 31.5 inches.

Building Safety Terminology

• The term used in the IRC to describe the individual in charge of building safety is the Building Official.

Roofing Material Cost

• The cost of roofing material to cover a 30 x 50 roof at $35 per square is $5,250.

Building Construction Classification

• A type 4 building is also described as Heavy Timber construction.