building codes
This is the second part to the final exam.
Provided is the first and second level plan of a two story building. The building is a sprinklered building.
Based on the floor plan provided- (this needs to be worked out for both floors)
Identify the occupancy classification of each area hatched ( you can assume a common occupancy for a single hatched color)
Determine the occupant load for each of the hatched areas
Determine how many exits are required from each area
Show the route the occupants will take in an emergency to safely exit the building
Determine the occupant load at each stair exit and the final occupant load at each exit to the outside at the lower level
Determine how wide the stairs need to be for the occupant load that it will support
What should be the minimum tread and risers
Do the stair need to be accessible or not at the upper level?
What should be the minimum width of the corridor based on occupant load
What should be the maximum travel distance
Do the corridors need to fire-rated and if so what should the fire-rating be?
What is the minimum door widths required based on occupant load?
The associated file is a pdf. You can write all the information on the files provided. The file has to be uploaded to blackboard as a pdf file or you can take a picture and upload it. Make sure it is clear and I can read it.
Assignment will be named: lastnamefirstname finalexam. Pdf
