AIC Building Codes & Standards 5

Question 1

Which ASTM test is used to determine the flame spread index of interior finish materials, such as Class A (0-25)?

Accepted Answer

ASTM E84

Answer

ASTM E84 (the tunnel test) gives flame spread and smoke-developed indices used to classify interior finishes.

Question 2

Which standard is used to test and rate through-penetration firestop systems?

Accepted Answer

ASTM E814 / UL 1479

Answer

ASTM E814 and UL 1479 test through-penetration firestops and assign F and T ratings.

Question 3

Under ASCE 7, what is the typical minimum uniformly distributed live load for office floors?

Accepted Answer

50 psf

Answer

ASCE 7 specifies 50 psf for office floors, with 80 psf for corridors above the first floor.

Question 4

Which IBC risk category applies to a hospital with surgery or emergency treatment facilities?

Accepted Answer

Risk Category IV

Answer

Essential facilities such as hospitals with emergency treatment fall under Risk Category IV, which has the highest design load factors.

Question 5

Under the 2010 ADA Standards, what is the maximum running slope of a ramp on an accessible route?

Accepted Answer

1:12

Answer

Ramps may not be steeper than 1:12, with a maximum rise of 30 inches per run.

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