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National Electrical Code (NEC)

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The NEC sets the standards for safe electrical design, installation, and inspections to protect people and property from electrical hazards.

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International Building Code (IBC)

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The IBC provides comprehensive minimum regulations for building systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. It covers all aspects of construction including fire safety, structural integrity, and accessibility.

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American Concrete Institute (ACI) 318

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ACI 318 provides the requirements for design and construction of structural concrete. It establishes material, design, and construction standards to achieve strong and durable concrete structures.

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American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) 360

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AISC 360 provides specifications for the design, fabrication, and erection of structural steel buildings. It includes criteria for structural integrity and safety.

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Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)

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The Life Safety Code provides requirements for building construction and operation to minimize dangers to life from fire and smoke, including means of egress and fire protection systems.

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Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7)

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ASCE 7 provides guidelines on determining the minimum design loads for buildings and other structures, including environmental loads and live loads.

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Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)

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The UPC establishes minimum requirements and standards for the design, construction, and maintenance of plumbing systems to ensure public health, safety, and welfare.

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International Fire Code (IFC)

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The IFC provides regulations to safeguard life and property from fires and explosion hazards. It addresses conditions hazardous to life and property from fire, explosion, handling or use of hazardous materials, and the use and occupancy of buildings and premises.

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British Standards (BS)

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British Standards are the national standards of the UK that provide specifications for products, services and systems, to ensure quality, safety and efficiency. These include structural design codes such as BS 8110 for concrete structures and BS 5950 for steel structures.

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Eurocodes

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Eurocodes are a set of pan-European building codes that provide a common approach to the design of buildings and other civil engineering works and construction products. They ensure that structures are designed and built to be robust and to not exceed agreed levels of risk.

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National Design Specification (NDS) for Wood Construction

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The NDS provides guidelines for the design of wood construction, including provisions for load resistance of timber elements and connections.

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International Green Construction Code (IgCC)

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The IgCC establishes comprehensive requirements for the design and construction of buildings to reduce the negative impacts on the environment and encourage sustainable construction practices.

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations

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OSHA regulations ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.

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International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

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The IECC is designed to help governments and builders meet energy efficiency and savings goals by setting model standards for the design and construction of buildings with regards to energy consumption.

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International Residential Code (IRC)

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The IRC sets forth minimum regulations for residential construction including building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, energy, and electrical systems.

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