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<p>Inset Index xiii</p> <p>Preface xv</p> <p>Acknowledgments xix</p> <p>How to Use This Book xxi</p> <p>Abbreviations xxxi</p> <p><b>Chapter 1: About the Codes 1</b></p> <p>A Brief History 2</p> <p>Code Publications 3</p> <p>Federal Regulations 22</p> <p>Standards Organizations 25</p> <p>Special Use Codes 34</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 35</p> <p><b>Chapter 2: Accessibility 37</b></p> <p>A Brief History 38</p> <p>Codes and Standards 40</p> <p>Federal Regulations 43</p> <p>Level of Accessibility 50</p> <p>Enforcement and Responsibility 55</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 58</p> <p>Documentation 59</p> <p><b>Chapter 3: Occupancy Classifications And Loads 61</b></p> <p>Understanding Occupancy Classifications 62</p> <p>Description of Occupancies 64</p> <p>Other Occupancy Considerations 84</p> <p>More Than One Occupancy Type 87</p> <p>Accessibility Requirements 95</p> <p>Determining Occupant Loads 99</p> <p>Using the Occupant Load 112</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 113</p> <p>Documentation 114</p> <p><b>Chapter 4: Construction Types And Building Sizes 117</b></p> <p>Understanding Construction Types 117</p> <p>Identifying Construction Types 123</p> <p>Sustainability Considerations 128</p> <p>Understanding Building Height and Area 131</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 139</p> <p>Documentation 142</p> <p><b>Chapter 5: Means of Egress 143</b></p> <p>Means of Egress System 144</p> <p>Exit Accesses 149</p> <p>Exits 169</p> <p>Areas of Refuge 178</p> <p>Exit Discharges 181</p> <p>Means of Egress Capacity 183</p> <p>Arrangement of Exits 198</p> <p>Signage 209</p> <p>Emergency Lighting and Communication 213</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 214</p> <p>Documentation 218</p> <p><b>Chapter 6: Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies 221</b></p> <p>Passive Systems 222</p> <p>Active Systems 222</p> <p>Exiting Systems 222</p> <p>Compartmentation in a Building 224</p> <p>Fire Walls 225</p> <p>Fire Barriers, Horizontal Assemblies, and Fire Partitions 226</p> <p>Smoke Barriers and Smoke Partitions 243</p> <p>Opening Protectives 246</p> <p>Through- Penetration Protectives 260</p> <p>Test Ratings 266</p> <p>Using Rated Materials and Assemblies 268</p> <p>Sustainability Considerations 271</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 273</p> <p>Documentation 275</p> <p><b>Chapter 7: Fire Protection Systems 277</b></p> <p>Detection Systems 278</p> <p>Alarm Systems 285</p> <p>Extinguishing Systems 291</p> <p>Sustainability Considerations 306</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 307</p> <p>Documentation 309</p> <p><b>Chapter 8: Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements 311</b></p> <p>Number of Plumbing Fixtures 312</p> <p>Plumbing Fixture Requirements 322</p> <p>Toilet and Bathing Facilities 333</p> <p>Plumbing Sustainability Considerations 349</p> <p>Mechanical Requirements 350</p> <p>Mechanical Sustainability Considerations 358</p> <p>Research: Using the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes 360</p> <p>Documentation 366</p> <p><b>Chapter 9: Electrical and Communication Requirements 367</b></p> <p>Electrical Components and Devices 368</p> <p>Grounding and Circuit Interrupters 382</p> <p>Light Fixtures 386</p> <p>Required Electrical Systems 390</p> <p>Electrical Sustainability Considerations 393</p> <p>Communication Components and Devices 399</p> <p>Types of Communication Systems 406</p> <p>Communication Sustainability Considerations 413</p> <p>Research: Using the Electrical Codes 414</p> <p>Research: Using the Communication Codes 416</p> <p>Documentation 417</p> <p><b>Chapter 10: Finish and Furniture 419</b></p> <p>Types of Finishes and Furnishings 420</p> <p>Standards and Testing 423</p> <p>Determining Finish Requirements 448</p> <p>Obtaining Test Results 457</p> <p>Accessibility Requirements 463</p> <p>Acoustical Partitions and Materials 470</p> <p>Decorative Materials 473</p> <p>Signage 475</p> <p>Other Code Restrictions 477</p> <p>Sustainability Considerations 480</p> <p>Research: Using the Codes 486</p> <p>Documentation 489</p> <p><b>Chapter 11: Code Officials and the Code Process 491</b></p> <p>Authority Having Jurisdiction 492</p> <p>Code Review and Enforcement 496</p> <p>The Code Process 498</p> <p>Documentation 512</p> <p>Technology and Process 521</p> <p>Minimum Requirements and Best Practices 523</p> <p>Appendix A: Sustainability 525</p> <p>Green Rating Systems 527</p> <p>Sustainable Standards and Certification Programs 532</p> <p>Life Cycle Assessments 536</p> <p>Environmental Product Declarations 538</p> <p>Tools and Resources 538</p> <p>Appendix B: Existing and Historic Buildings 541</p> <p>Existing Buildings 543</p> <p>Historic Buildings 547</p> <p>Sustainability Considerations 549</p> <p>Appendix C: Family Residences 551</p> <p>Construction Types and Building Size 552</p> <p>Means of Egress 553</p> <p>Fire and Smoke Resistance 554</p> <p>Fire Detection and Protection 555</p> <p>Plumbing 557</p> <p>Mechanical 557</p> <p>Electrical and Communication 559</p> <p>Finishes and Furniture 561</p> <p>Accessibility Considerations 562</p> <p>Sustainability Considerations 562</p> <p>Glossary 565</p> <p>Index 587</p>

<p><b>Katherine E. Kennon</b> is a professional architect and principal at the Architect WORKSHOP. She has extensive experience in commercial, healthcare, and residential projects. She continues to teach as an adjunct instructor in interior design and architectural programs on the subjects of codes, accessibility, and design. She has conducted various seminars on design, building codes, and accessibility throughout the US.</p> <p><b>Sharon K. Harmon</b> has more than twenty-five years’ experience in interior design and project management. She is owner and founder of Life Design for Health, which combines her experience with interior design with her strong interest in natural health.

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