
2006 International Building Code Companion
Interpretation, Tactics and Techniques
R. Woodson(Author)
McGraw-Hill Professional (Publisher)
Published on 16. July 2007
Book
Paperback/Softback
592 pages
978-0-07-148429-9 (ISBN)
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A User-Friendly Guide to the 2006 International Building Code that Helps You Interpret and Apply Codes Quickly and Easily!
Turn to the 2006 International Building Code Companion for a clear, conversational approach to interpreting and applying the Code on the job. Written by renowned construction author R. Dodge Woodson, this practical reference will enable you to cut through the complexities of Code language, so you can do your work more efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.
Filled with 200 detailed illustrations, the 2006 International Building Code Companion features:
A plain-English explanation of the 2006 International Building Code
Expert interpretations of complicated Code language
Comprehensive coverage of every Code provision
A wealth of practical information on employee qualifications, accessibility requirements, the ICC's Electrical Code, and other topics
Inside This Easy-to-Understand Building Code Resource
Use and Occupancy Classification * General Building Heights and Areas * Types of Construction * Interior Finishes * Fire Protection Systems * Means of Egress * Accessibility * Interior Environment * Energy Efficiency * Exterior Walls * Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures * Structural Design * Soils and Foundations * Concrete * Aluminum * Masonry * Steel * Wood * Glass and Glazing * Gypsum Board and Plaster * Plastic * Electrical * Mechanical Systems * Plumbing Systems * Elevators and Conveying Systems * Safeguards During Construction * Existing Structures * And Much More!
A User-Friendly Guide to the 2006 International Building Code that Helps You Interpret and Apply Codes Quickly and Easily!
Turn to the 2006 International Building Code Companion for a clear, conversational approach to interpreting and applying the Code on the job. Written by renowned construction author R. Dodge Woodson, this practical reference will enable you to cut through the complexities of Code language, so you can do your work more efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.
Filled with 200 detailed illustrations, the 2006 International Building Code Companion features:
A plain-English explanation of the 2006 International Building Code
Expert interpretations of complicated Code language
Comprehensive coverage of every Code provision
A wealth of practical information on employee qualifications, accessibility requirements, the ICC's Electrical Code, and other topics
Inside This Easy-to-Understand Building Code Resource
Use and Occupancy Classification * General Building Heights and Areas * Types of Construction * Interior Finishes * Fire Protection Systems * Means of Egress * Accessibility * Interior Environment * Energy Efficiency * Exterior Walls * Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures * Structural Design * Soils and Foundations * Concrete * Aluminum * Masonry * Steel * Wood * Glass and Glazing * Gypsum Board and Plaster * Plastic * Electrical * Mechanical Systems * Plumbing Systems * Elevators and Conveying Systems * Safeguards During Construction * Existing Structures * And Much More!
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Edition
2006 ed.
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
200 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
653 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-148429-9 (9780071484299)
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R. Dodge Woodson (Brunswick, ME) has over 20 years' experience as a home builder, contractor, master plumber, and real estate broker. He is the author of many McGraw-Hill books, including Be A Successful Building Contractor 2/e, and National Plumbing Codes Handbook 2/e.
Content
IntroductionChapter 1.AdministrationChapter 2.DefinitionsChapter 3.Use and Occupancy ClassificationChapter 4.Special Detailed requirements Based on Use and OccupancyChapter 5.General Building Heights and AreasChapter 6.Types of ConstructionChapter 7.Fire Resistance Rate ConstructionChapter 8.Interior FinishesChapter 9.Fire Protection SystemsChapter 10.Means of EgressChapter 11.AccessibilityChapter 12.Interior EnvironmentChapter 13.Energy EfficiencyChapter 14.Exterior WallsChapter 15.Roof Assemblies and Rooftop StructuresChapter 16.Structural DesignChapter 17.Structural Tests and Special InspectionsChapter 18.Soils and FoundationsChapter 19.ConcreteChatper 20.AluminumChapter 21.MasonryChapter 22.SteelChapter 23.WoodChapter 24.Glass and GlazingChapter 25.Gypsum Board and PlasterChapter 26.PlasticChapter 27.ElectricalChapter 28.Mechanical SystemsChapter 29.Plumbing SystemsChapter 30.Elevators and Conveying SystemsChapter 31.Special ConstructionChapter 32.Encroachments into the Public Right-of-WayChapter 33.Safeguards During ConstructionChapter 34.Existing StructuresINDEX