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• IBC 907.2.6.3.2.1

  Manual fire alarm boxes in detainee areas

  • Pull stations may be locked where staff hold keys.

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Life Safety SystemsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R507.10.4

  Other Guards

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 5, FloorsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R606.12.3.5

  Lateral Tie Anchorage

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 6, Wall ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• IBC 714.4.1.2

  Through-penetration firestop system

  • Listed systems tested to ASTM E814/UL 1479 at 0.01 in water with F rating at least the wall rating.

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 7, Fire and Smoke Protection FeaturesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• IBC 1404.4.2

  Exterior wall pockets

  • Avoid or cap pockets where water can collect.

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 14, Exterior WallsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R804.1.2

  In-Line Framing

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 8, Roof-Ceiling ConstructionRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• IBC 202

  Metal roof shingle

  • An interlocking metal sheet with less than 3 sq ft installed exposure.

  Works withIBC 1507.5

  International Building Code, 2024 · Chapter 2, DefinitionsRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

• R905.3.4

  Clay Tile

  International Residential Code, 2024 · Chapter 9, Roof AssembliesRead the full text (opens UpCodes in a new tab)

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