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Step 15: Identify Locations of Fire‐Resistive Construction, Assemblies, and Openings
As the design continues to be developed, the design of exterior and interior walls, structural frames, floor systems, and roof systems are defined in regard to their materials and performance. One aspect of performance is fire resistance, and this characteristic of a building element is determined first, since it takes precedence over most other aspects of an assembly's characteristics. Fire resistance requirements are applied to each applicable building element to determine the required fire‐resistance rating and type of assembly. The identification of fire‐resistive assemblies and construction should follow a logical sequence. Openings in a fire‐resistance‐rated assembly must afford some protection to maintain a minimum level of fire resistance throughout the extent of the assembly. Openings consist of fire door assemblies and fire window assemblies that allow small breaches within a fire‐resistance‐rated assembly. Sidelights and transoms associated with fire door assemblies generally require fire‐resistance‐rated glazing.
Step 15: Identify Locations of Fire‐Resistive Construction, Assemblies, and Openings
As the design continues to be developed, the design of exterior and interior walls, structural frames, floor systems, and roof systems are defined in regard to their materials and performance. One aspect of performance is fire resistance, and this characteristic of a building element is determined first, since it takes precedence over most other aspects of an assembly's characteristics. Fire resistance requirements are applied to each applicable building element to determine the required fire‐resistance rating and type of assembly. The identification of fire‐resistive assemblies and construction should follow a logical sequence. Openings in a fire‐resistance‐rated assembly must afford some protection to maintain a minimum level of fire resistance throughout the extent of the assembly. Openings consist of fire door assemblies and fire window assemblies that allow small breaches within a fire‐resistance‐rated assembly. Sidelights and transoms associated with fire door assemblies generally require fire‐resistance‐rated glazing.
Step 15: Identify Locations of Fire‐Resistive Construction, Assemblies, and Openings
Geren, Ronald L. (author)
Applying the Building Code ; 186-207
2016-04-04
22 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
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