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Mechanical Work Regulations: Code and International Standards, Quizzes of Mechanical Engineering

Definitions and terms related to the regulation of mechanical work by various codes, specifically focusing on the international building code (ibc) and international energy conservation code (iecc). Topics covered include the applicability of appendix chapters, fuel-gas distribution and equipment, and the process for determining which provision to apply when multiple provisions seem to conflict. Other important areas addressed include retrofitting, maintenance, inspections, permits, and appeals.

What you will learn

  • What types of mechanical work are regulated by the code?
  • Are the appendix chapters considered a part of the code?
  • What other two International Codes are specifically referenced for the regulation of mechanical installations?

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Uploaded on 02/24/2016

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TERM 1
What types of mechanical work are regulated
by the code?
DEFINITION 1
1
TERM 2
What other two International Codes are
specifically referenced for the regulation of
mechanical installations?
DEFINITION 2
1IBC and IECC
TERM 3
Are the appendix chapters considered a part
of the code?
DEFINITION 3
1
TERM 4
Does the code regulate fuel-gas distribution
and equipment, fuel-gas-fired appliances, or
fuel-gas-fired appliance venting systems?
DEFINITION 4
1
TERM 5
When more than one provision of the code
appears to apply to the same issue, which
provision is to be used?
DEFINITION 5
1
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What types of mechanical work are regulated by the code? 1 TERM 2 What other two International Codes are specifically referenced for the regulation of mechanical installations? DEFINITION 2 1IBC and IECC TERM 3 Are the appendix chapters considered a part of the code? DEFINITION 3 1 TERM 4 Does the code regulate fuel-gas distribution and equipment, fuel-gas-fired appliances, or fuel-gas-fired appliance venting systems? DEFINITION 4 1 TERM 5 When more than one provision of the code appears to apply to the same issue, which provision is to be used? DEFINITION 5 1

Does this code require the retrofitting of existing systems to meet the current provisions? 1 TERM 7 Does the code require maintenance of existing systems? DEFINITION 7 1 TERM 8 Does the building official have the right to re- inspect an existing system after it has been approved? Which standard is use for the inspection and maintenance of the HVAC system? DEFINITION 8 1 TERM 9 What limits are placed on additions, alterations, and repairs to existing mechanical systems? DEFINITION 9 1 TERM 10 Is it permissible to make changes in the occupancy of a building without complying with applicable code requirements? DEFINITION 10 1

What procedures should a code official follow in order to gain entry to a building? How are occupied buildings handled differently than those that are unoccupied? 1 TERM 17 Under what conditions would a modification to the code be permitted? What factors must be considered when granting a modification? DEFINITION 17 1 TERM 18 What considerations must be made in deciding if an alternative material, method or equipment is equivalent to that specified by the code? DEFINITION 18 1 TERM 19 What action is required if an application for approval of an alternative material is not approved? DEFINITION 19 1 TERM 20 Does the code allow the reuse of materials, equipment, appliances and devises? DEFINITION 20 1

When is a permit required? Are there any conditions under which a permit is not required? 1 TERM 22 When is a permit considered invalid? Under what conditions? Can errors be corrected after the permit is issued? DEFINITION 22 1 TERM 23 If a permit expires, what is necessary to renew it? Is there a fee to renew a permit? DEFINITION 23 1 TERM 24 Who is responsible for notifying the code official when a mechanical system is ready for an inspection? What are the required inspections? DEFINITION 24 1 TERM 25 What actions may be taken by the code official to resolve a violation? DEFINITION 25 1

Is the code official required to act on the board's decision? 1 TERM 32 Can a decision by the board be appealed to a court? DEFINITION 32 1 TERM 33 Are temporary systems permitted? If so, what requirements apply? DEFINITION 33 1