Accessibility
What is our state's accessibility code called?
TAS, Texas Accessibility Standards
When measuring a building to determine the occupant load, this type of area includes all miscellaneous spaces
Gross
Automatic sprinkler systems have no effect on the allowable area of building (T/F)
False
What is the max. dead-end corridor length typically allowed by the codes in a non-sprinklered building?
20 feet
The various types of conditions that can occur in a building that will help determine the occupancy classification are called what?
Risk Factors
What is the max required dimension to the top rim of a urinal?
17"
In order to determine the occupant load for a space, you must know what two things?
Load factor and square footage
If more than one type of construction exists within a single building, each type of construction must be separated from the other by a fire wall
True
What is the formula for determining exit locations in a non-sprinklered building
1/2 of the diagonal dimension
A skating rink would fall under which occupancy?
Assembly A-4
What is the required dimension for the centerline of a toilet to the wall?
17"-18"
What is the occupant load for a multi-purpose room with tables and chairs measuring 140' x 90'?
840 OL
Which construction type is the most restrictive?
I
If an entire building is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system, most codes will allow the minimum distance between exits to be reduced to:
1/3 of the diagonal distance
An animal hospital would fall under which occupancy type?
Business
What are the min. clear dimensions needed on both the push side and the pull side of a door, front approach?
Pull side: 18"
Push side: 12"
What is the occupant load of a shoe store measuring 80' x 60'?
80 OL
In a Type III-B building, the exterior bearing walls are required to what what rating?
2 Hours
What is the width variable for doors? Both non-sprinklered and sprinklered
NS: 0.2
S: 0.15
What are the building restrictions for a building classified as Assembly with Type II-B construction, not sprinklered?
55' high
2 stories above grade
9,500 sf
In a bathroom, which clearance must exist at a sink?
30" x 48"
Find the total occupant load, round up:
30' bench
15' booth
15' booth
25' bench
30' bench
73 OL
Which construction type is solely heavy timber?
A single flight of stairs can not rise more than ____ before needing a landing
12'
Allowable building area and height are based on:
Construction type