The Code Council’s technical services team answers some of the typical questions they receive from members. This week they address a question from the 2015 International Mechanical Code.
Technical Topics
Practical articles that detail technical content, with charts/graphs/visuals to help readers break down information.
Coastal decks: Red rust on decks is a safety warning
A coastal deck having red rust at nail connections is not only an appearance issue, but also a safety warning that the structural components of the deck may be unsafe and could cause a total collapse of the deck floor, guard (guardrail) or stairs.
Strong connections
Building codes and referenced standards are constantly evolving. ICC Evaluation Service External Relations Vice President William Gould examines how ICC-ES keeps pace with innovative product development through a continuous cycle of new acceptance criteria being proposed and revised every year.
