NASCLA BOOKS COMBINED QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

When do you need a permit for a retaining wall correct answer: When it is over 4 feet tall The building official may revoke a permit if correct answer: it is issued in error or in violation of an ordinance Who can issue a notice of violation correct answer: Building Department Shear Wall resists correct answer: Lateral pressure What type of construction uses heavy timbers AND HIGHLIGHT CONSTRUCTION TYPES correct answer: type IV construction uses heavy timbers - the exterior is made of non-combustible materials and the interior of solid or laminated wood. Headroom required in a multistory parking garage correct answer: 7 foot IF you are operating a forklift in a warehouse building with steel columns. What is the minimum height to fireproof the columns to protect them from impact? correct answer: 5 feet What must be the temperature when using Sprayed Fire resistant material (SRFM). correct answer: The temperature must be at least 40 degrees for 24 hours How high must parapet walls be correct answer: Parapet walls must be at least 30" above where the roof intersects the wall What is the thickness of smoke barriers in steel group I-3 buildings correct answer: minimum 0.10 inch thickness Shafts in building with more than ________ must have how many hours of fire rating. correct answer: 4 stories : 2 hours 137 - Table 716.6 - Fire window assembly fire protection ratings correct answer: Table 716.6 - Fire window assembly fire protection ratings