IBC Risk Management & Mitigation 2

Question 1

Under IBC Chapter 16, which Risk Category applies to buildings that pose a substantial hazard to human life in the event of failure, such as elementary schools with an occupant load exceeding 250?

Accepted Answer

Risk Category III

Answer

IBC Table 1604.5 assigns Risk Category III to buildings whose failure would pose a substantial hazard to human life, including schools with occupant loads over 250.

Question 2

Which IBC provision requires buildings to be designed to resist progressive collapse by providing minimum levels of structural integrity?

Accepted Answer

Section 1604.2

Answer

IBC Section 1604.2 requires that structural systems provide general structural integrity to resist progressive collapse.

Question 3

A building located in a flood hazard area must comply with IBC Section 1612. What is the primary reference standard adopted by IBC for flood-resistant construction?

Accepted Answer

ASCE 24

Answer

IBC Section 1612 references ASCE 24 (Flood Resistant Design and Construction) as the standard for flood hazard areas.

Question 4

When assessing wind risk, the IBC uses Exposure Categories to account for surface roughness. Which Exposure Category describes open terrain with scattered obstructions having heights generally less than 30 feet?

Accepted Answer

Exposure C

Answer

Exposure Category C per ASCE 7 (adopted by IBC) describes open terrain with scattered obstructions under 30 feet in height.

Question 5

IBC Section 1803 requires geotechnical investigations under certain conditions. Which condition typically triggers a mandatory soils investigation for risk mitigation?

Accepted Answer

Construction on fill that is more than 12 inches deep in any location

Answer

IBC Section 1803.5.1 requires investigation when buildings are proposed on fill material that is more than 12 inches deep.

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IBC Risk Management & Mitigation 2