Amber Jorgensen

  1. 2022 California Buidling Code - Means of Egress & Accessibility

    2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (CBC)

    TITLE 24 PART 2

    CODE CHANGES FOR CALIFORNIA

    Accessibility (Chapter 10, Means of Egress and Chapter 11A Accessibility)

    2022 California Building Code now available for Pre-Order. Click here.

     

              Beginning January 1, 2023, California will be following a new, updated building code. This building code is set to be releases in July of 2022.

              On June 27, 2022, the 2022 California Building Code became available in digital format and hard copies began to be shipped out by the publisher.

             

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  2. 2022 California Building Code, Part 1

    2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (CBC)

    TITLE 24 PART 2

    PROPOSED CHANGES AS OF FEBRUARY 2022

    Part 1 of 2

    2022 California Building Code

     

              AVAILABLE TO ORDER NOW~Click here to order 2023 California building Code.

              Beginning January 1, 2023, California will be following a new, updated building code. This building code is set to be released in July of 2022.

              In February of 2022, the final express terms regarding changes to the California Building Code became available (https://www.hcd.ca.gov/docs/building-standards/2022-cbc-fet.docx)

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  3. 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) Available Soon!

    NEW 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC)
    COMING SOON!

     2023 National Electrical Code (NEC)2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) Handbook

     

    The latest edition authoritative guideline for all electrical installations, upgrades, and repairs will be available in October of 2022.

    2023 National Electrical Code Handbook is due to be available in November of 2022.

     

    2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) now available for Pre-Order. Click here to order 2023 NEC Softcover.

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  4. 15 Essentials Of Electrical Safety For Any Place- Dos And Dont's

    Essentials Of Electrical Safety For Any Place

    Every workplace has its safety essentials. The risks involving electricity are probably more than you think. It is a very dangerous component to work with, and you must take very serious safety measures. Over 1000 people die every year due to electric shocks. High voltage current can kill in only 2 seconds. Because of this, safety essentials are very important for electrical components. Books like the National Electrical Code 2020 can detail required safety measures.

    SAFETY ESSENTIALS STUDY:

    First, study electric safety handbooks written by professional or knowledgeable writers.  These people have the necessary experience with electric components. They will help you get a good foundation to start with. Handbooks like National Electrical Safety Code and NFPA 70E Standard

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  5. A Complete Guide to Construction Detailing for New Architects

    A Complete Guide to Construction Detailing for New Architects

    Construction details increase the style and beauty of a building. Such details are impractical unless they meet the basic functional requirements of the building. They must protect from the elements, provide durable interior design, and ensure effectiveness. Although details are essential to avoid problems, implementation has become more complicated. The proliferation of new materials and construction techniques increases design complexity. Architectural schools rarely provides students with a detailed and complete basic framework.  With this guide, we aim to provide a convenient source of detailed and specific information. Architects, interior designers, contractors, students, and others new to the construction industry will find information on hundreds of common components and materials. This information includes construction contracts, construction

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  6. Construction Management-At-Risk | Detail Guide

    Construction Management-At-Risk

    Construction Management-At-Risk, or CMAR, is one of several project delivery methods. Its competition is Hard-Bids (Design-Bid-Build), Construction Management Agency, and Design-Build. In this document, we will be looking at CMAR’s attributes and how CMAR compares to other delivery methods.

    What is CMAR?

    CMAR can be identified by four main features.

    1. The Owner hires a Construction Manager, or CM, during the design and development phase that goes on to work in construction and post-construction phases as well.
    2. The CM works as a consultant during this design and development phase working collaboratively with the design team.
    3. The CM works as a general contractor during the construction phase. The CM enters into subcontracts with each trade that works on the construction and is liable to the losses in those contracts. These subcontracts are contract a
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  7. 15 Civil Engineering Interview Questions and Answers

    Civil Engineering Interview Questions and Answers

    The construction industry worldwide has been growing very quickly. Due to this, civil engineers and construction managers face enormous demands. To succeed as a civil engineer, you need an understanding of some engineering interview questions. Below is a list of professional engineer interview questions and answers. 


    Being a proficient engineer is not enough to assure you of a coveted position. Sharpening necessary skills before an interview will help you get a position to achieve a specific goal. Civil engineers need to go understand related fields, such as contracting. Documents related to construction, such as AIA contract documents, also help the learning process. 


    The following 15 questions are likely to be asked by an interviewer. The

    1.     What is th

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  8. 10 Electrical Safety Issues at the Construction Site and How to Fix Them

    10 Electrical Safety Issues at the Construction Site and How to Fix Them

    The National Electrical Code (NEC) is a regionally adopted standard for the installation of electrical wiring and electrical equipment. The current national electrical code 2020 edition comprises all the latest requirements for ensuring electrical safety and inspection in commercial, industrial, and residential settings.

    On the other hand, a much similar code called the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) is followed for electrical power systems such as overhead lines, power substations, and underground lines. These codes have been designed to reduce the accidents and issues faced regarding electricity. If a company strictly abides by these codes, electricity can then be used much safely.

     

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  9. Wondering what to do with construction paper? Here are 12 tips for great use

    construction paper

    Everything was not as easy and simple as we have it today. It was quite tough and challenging. From the very start man used rocks, leaves and barks of trees, clothes and many other things. There was not any concept of writing on paper in fact paper was not created at that time.

    With the passing of time as the people get educated. They felt the need of something on which they could write and save for later. The people of China in the 8th century created simple white paper but with the revolution in history, everything was becoming advanced. So this simple paper made from the pulp of trees with the addition of other things turned into a coloured paper which is typically called construction paper. I think in our modern world, construction papers don't need such an introduction but for convenience to understand more about

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  10. A Step By Step Guide To Efficiently Improve Your Study Skills

    A Step By Step Guide To Efficiently Improve Your Study Skills

    Going to school is the first step for a child into the practical world. This fact means our life starts with studying. When you are a kid, people often ask you what you want to become when you grow up. Our goals change as we become adults, but one fact doesn't change, and that is that we have to study to fulfill our dreams.

    Studying is essential to become successful in the world and to stay up to date. However, the methods of learning about something can differ.

    People study through the internet at virtual schools or attend physical classes. They can go to libraries and learn from books by themselves. Students have a lot of sources from where they can gain knowledge. However, the way of study with the most value is through college.

    Students that want to pursue occupations in fields like medical, engineering, construction,

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