IBC 202
Nuisance alarm
- An alarm from mechanical failure, malfunction, poor installation or maintenance, or an unknown cause.
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International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 2, DefinitionsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
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Elevator hoistway door protection
- Hoistway door protection: fire-partition or smoke-partition lobby, extra smoke doors, hoistway pressurization, or a listed smoke curtain.
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International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 30, Elevators and Conveying SystemsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
IBC 2612.3
Flame spread index
- Plastic composite decking has flame spread 200 or less.
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International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 26, PlasticRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
IBC 2508.6.5
Lateral force restrictions
- Requirements for lateral force restrictions; see linked sections.
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International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 25, Gypsum Panel Products and PlasterRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)
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