Design Guide to the 1997 Uniform Building Code

Design Guide to the 1997 Uniform Building Code

Author: Richard T. Conrad

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1998-09-07

Total Pages: 514

ISBN-13: 9780471236412

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The Uniform Building Code (UBC), updated every three years, is the most widely used model building code in the United States. This book is a guide to understanding and implementing the new 1997 UBC, with particular emphasis to changes that have been adopted since the 1994 UBC guidelines.


Contractor's Index to the 1997 Uniform Building Code, Vol. 1

Contractor's Index to the 1997 Uniform Building Code, Vol. 1

Author: Jack M. Hageman

Publisher: Craftsman Book Company

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9781572180680

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A common-sense index to help you quickly find what you need in Volume 1 of the UBC. Topics are listed under names you use in construction. Guaranteed to help you save time looking for what you need in the Code.


Training and Reference Manual for Special Inspectors

Training and Reference Manual for Special Inspectors

Author: Houman John Parsaie

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2001-10-24

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 0595204279

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This manual has been prepared for use as a reference materials for their day to day inspection business and for assistance in the training of new inspectors. This is also a supplement to applicable Standards, such as ASTM, ACI, AWS, etc. as well as building codes, such as UBC, SBC, etc.; thus, any references made in this manual reflects to the applicable code and/or standard test method. Inspection is the observation of construction for conformance with the approved design documents. It shall not be relied upon by others as guarantee or acceptance of work, nor shall it in any manner relieve any contractor or other party from their obligations and responsibilities under the construction contract, or generally accepted industry custom, or building codes and standards. Included in this manual are materials for other testing and inspection, for which there are currently no special training program or certifications available or offered. H. John Parsaie, Ph.D. Seattle, Washington


Risk Management Series: Designing for Earthquakes - A Manual for Architects

Risk Management Series: Designing for Earthquakes - A Manual for Architects

Author: Federal Emergency Agency

Publisher: FEMA

Published: 2013-04-14

Total Pages: 392

ISBN-13:

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Earthquakes in the United States are regional in their occurrence and while California is famous for its earthquake other states, such as Texas, have much less concern for the threat of temblors. However, architectural practice is becoming increasingly national and global, and the architect in Texas may find that the next project is in California. Thus it has become necessary for the professional architect to have some knowledge of the earthquake problem and how design seeks to control it. Designing for Earthquakes: a Manual for Architects is intended to explain the principles of seismic design for those without a technical background in engineering and seismology. The primary intended audience is that of architects, and includes practicing architects, architectural students and faculty in architectural schools who teach structures and seismic design. For this reason the text and graphics are focused on those aspects of seismic design that are important for the architect to know. Because of its non-technical approach this publication will also be useful to anyone who has an interest and concern for the seismic protection of buildings, including facility managers, building owners and tenants, building committee participants, emergency service personnel and building officials. Engineers and engineering students will also gain from this discussion of seismic design from an architectural viewpoint. The principles discussed are applicable to a wide range of building types, both new and existing. The focus is on buildings that are designed by a team that includes architects, engineers and other consultants.


Natural Hazard Mitigation

Natural Hazard Mitigation

Author: Alessandra Jerolleman

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2012-11-26

Total Pages: 381

ISBN-13: 1000562778

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One of the four core phases of emergency management, hazard mitigation is essential for reducing disaster effects on human populations and making communities more resilient to the impacts of hazards. Presenting an up-to-date look at the changing nature of disasters, Natural Hazard Mitigation offers practical guidance on the implementation and selec


Coastal Construction Manual

Coastal Construction Manual

Author: Christopher Jones

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2001-04

Total Pages: 345

ISBN-13: 0756708532

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This manual will help individuals, communities, states, and others create sustainable, disaster-resistant communities. Describes the best practices in hazard identification, planning, siting, design, and construction that can be used in coastal residential construction. Coastal areas offer significant natural resources and continue to draw an increasing population for recreation, working, and living. These areas can also pose significant natural hazards from winds, flooding, earthquakes, and tsunamis. This manual describes the best practices in residential construction in coastal areas that can be used to help create sustainable and livable coastal communities. Illustrated.


Contractor's Guide to the Building Code

Contractor's Guide to the Building Code

Author: Jack M. Hageman

Publisher: Craftsman Book Company

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13: 1572182024

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Don't let your jobs be held up by failing code inspections. Smooth sign-off by the inspector is the goal, but to make this ideal happen on your job site, you need to understand the requirements of latest editions of the International Building Code and the International Residential Code. Understanding what the codes require can be a real challenge. This new, completely revised Contractor's Guide to the Building Code cuts through the legalese of the code books. It explains the important requirements for residential and light commercial structures in plain, simple English so you can get it right the first time.