Construction & Architecture Technology Flashcards
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Which OSHA standard contains the primary safety and health regulations governing the construction industry in the United States?
Answer: OSHA 1926 - Construction
OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 contains all construction-specific safety standards, including fall protection, scaffolding, excavation, and personal protective equipment requirements.
According to OSHA, at what height above a lower level must construction workers be provided with fall protection on unprotected walking or working surfaces?
Answer: 6 feet or more
OSHA's construction fall protection standard (1926.502) requires guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems when workers are exposed to falls of 6 feet or more.
What does the abbreviation 'IBC' stand for in U.S. construction regulation?
Answer: International Building Code
The International Building Code (IBC) is the model building code adopted by most U.S. jurisdictions, establishing minimum requirements for structural safety, fire protection, and occupant health.
Which fire sprinkler system keeps pipes constantly filled with pressurized water and activates only at the individual head(s) triggered by heat?
Answer: Wet pipe system
A wet pipe sprinkler system maintains pressurized water in all supply pipes at all times and discharges immediately only from the sprinkler head(s) that reach their heat-activation temperature.
What is the building code purpose of a required egress window in a basement or sleeping room?
Answer: To allow occupants to escape or rescuers to enter in an emergency
Egress windows in basements and bedrooms must meet minimum size and height requirements so occupants can climb out and emergency responders can climb in during a fire or other emergency.
What does a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) device do to protect against electrical hazards?
Answer: It shuts off power when it detects a difference in current between hot and neutral wires
A GFCI monitors the difference in current between the hot and neutral conductors and trips within milliseconds when it detects a ground fault, protecting users from electrocution.
What is the primary goal of sustainable or 'green' building practices in construction?
Answer: Minimizing environmental impact and improving resource efficiency throughout the building lifecycle
Sustainable construction aims to reduce a building's environmental footprint by improving energy efficiency, conserving water, reducing waste, and using environmentally responsible materials from design through demolition.