List three situations that may generate requests to modify a code
What will be an ideal response?
Answers should include any three of the following:
• Desire to use new building materials or technologies that have not yet been incorporated into the model codes and standards
• Desire to use a material or technology in place of approved materials and methods
• Confusion or conflicts that occasionally occur between the different model codes and standards
• Desire to implement performance-based design (PBD) concepts
• Need to construct special occupancies due to unique circumstances
• Desire by the owner/contractor to reduce the cost of construction
• Disagreement between the owner/contractor and the fire prevention division regarding the local interpretation and implementation of a particular code or standard
• Belief that the fire codes does not apply to the owner/occupant or contractor
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A) on each level of the chart. B) with a vertical line to all positions on the chart. C) between each managerial job. D) at the bottom of the chart. E) at the top of the chart.