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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION NOTES.Pdf 10/21/2014 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION RIO HONDO TRUCK ACADEMY Why do firefighters need to know about Building Construction???? We must understand Building Construction to help us understand the behavior of buildings under fire conditions. Having a fundamental knowledge of buildings is an essential component of the decisiondecision--makingmaking process in successful fireground operations. We have to realize that newer construction methods are not in harmony with fire suppression operations. According to NFPA 1001: Standard for FireFighter Professional Qualifications Firefighter 1 Level ––BasicBasic Construction of doors, windows, and walls and the operation of doors, windows, and locks ––IndicatorsIndicators of potential collapse or roof failure ––EffectsEffects of construction type and elapsed time under fire conditions on structural integrity 1 10/21/2014 NFPA 1001 Firefighter 2 Level ––DangerousDangerous building conditions created by fire and suppression activities ––IndicatorsIndicators of building collapse ––EffectsEffects of fire and suppression activities on wood, masonry, cast iron, steel, reinforced concrete, gypsum wallboard, glass and plaster on lath Money, Money, Money….. Everything comes down to MONEY, including building construction. As John Mittendorf says “ Although certain types of building construction are currently popular with architects, modern practices will be inevitably be replaced by newer, more efficient, more costcost--effectiveeffective methods ”” Considerations include: ––CostCost of Labor ––EquipmentEquipment ––CostCost of Building Materials Architects and engineers are continuing to reduce the mass, as well as changing the chemical composition of building materials. –– Changes in Fireground Operation time –– Rate of burning affects materials differently Renovations and remodels can affect a structure dramatically –– Exceeding load capacity of original components –– Unknown changes can present extreme hazards –– Multiple roof layers or floors that increase collcollapapse,se, fire load and hazards –– Shoddy construction work 2 10/21/2014 Having an updated and working knowledge of building construction helps provide the information necessary to conduct a proper size up and provides a foundation for effective, timely and SAFE fireground operations. Size ––UpUp Structural Integrity Ladder Placement Forcible Entry Search and Rescue Ventilation Feasiblity SIZE UP will get us started!!!! WHAT KIND OF STRUCTURE DO WE HAVE!!!!! IS IT RESIDENTIAL???? 3 10/21/2014 IS IT COMMERCIAL??? AND????? IS IT CONVENTIONAL??? 4 10/21/2014 OR IS IT LIGHTWEIGHT??? Additional Important Things We NEED to Consider!! Construction Styles (Conventional/Lightweight) Roof Styles Construction Methods Age of the Building RESIDENTIAL Conventional Construction Utilizes structural members that depend on SIZE for strength Greater the span means greater the size of structural member Larger size of the member will take longer to fail 5 10/21/2014 Conventional Construction Roof Styles Conventional Construction Gable Roof Conventional Construction Gable Roof Typically Ridge board, Rafters, and Ceiling Joist construction Collar beams and joists used for support Typically 2” x 6” material or larger Can also be true 2” x 4” material Rafters and ceiling joists usually 16”16”--24”24” on centercenter but can span to 36” Ridge Board and rafters are an integral unit, and are separate and distinct from the ceiling joists 6 10/21/2014 Conventional Construction Gable Roof Conventional Construction Gable Roof Strengths ––RaftersRafters ––22 x 6 or larger ––RidgeRidge poles, valleys, hips, valleys and where rafters cross perimeter walls Hazards –– AA--frameframe construction can lead to converted attics ––RidgeRidge poles can be 1 x 6 ––SteepSteep pitches can be difficult to access and ventilate Converted Attic 7 10/21/2014 Converted Attic Conventional Construction Hip Roof Conventional Construction Hip Roof Similar to gable, but lacks the “A” frame configuration Valley rafters join the rooflines together Jack rafters and common rafters complete the structural members Layout of roof will determine extension of ventilation cuts Rafter material usually 2” x 6” or larger Rafters spaced 16” to 24” on center Ridge Board and rafters are an integral unit, and are separate and distinct from the ceiling joists 8 10/21/2014 Conventional Construction Hip Roof Strengths ––RidgeRidge beams, valley and hip rafters, and perimeter are strong points ––2”2” x 6” material is stronger Hazards ––BasedBased on configuration of roof and dormers, can be difficult to get an effective hole ––PitchesPitches can be steep and difficult to access ––BeBe aware of nail blocks Conventional Construction Flat Roof Conventional Construction Flat Roofs Popular for a wide variety of structures Wood rafters are 2” x 6” or larger lumber Rafters are laid across outside walls but also can be suspended by joist hangers Older roofs might have “bridging” or “scissor” bracing to increase lateral stability Roof decking can be 1” x 6” sheathing or plywood sheeting 9 10/21/2014 Residential Lightweight Construction Residential Lightweight Construction Does not derive strength from size Strength comes from multiple members being in compression and tension Dependent on the sum of the other members If one member fails, others will follow!! 2” x 3” and 2” x 4” material are the standard Members held together by metal gusset plates Metal gusset plates vary in size, thickness and depth of penetration (18 gauge with 3/8” penetration is common )) Residential Lightweight Construction Hazards ––MetalMetal gusset plate connectors equal a short burning time and potential early failure rate ––IfIf one member fails, others will follow!! ––BottomBottom chord acts as the ceiling joist, so potential total roof collapse ––NewerNewer roofs use ½” or 3/8” plywood or OSB, which has a faster burning rate which will fail quicker ––MisidentificationMisidentification of lightweight construction due to rafter tails 10 10/21/2014 Residential Lightweight Construction Residential Lightweight Construction Residential Lightweight Construction 11 10/21/2014 • http:// www.sbcindustry.com/virtualtour.php Residential Construction Residential Construction 12 10/21/2014 Residential Construction Residential Construction Residential Construction 13 10/21/2014 Residential Construction Balloon Type Construction Developed 1845 Popular in 1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s Two or more stories Single family dwelling MultiMulti--storystory habitational occupancies Residential Construction Balloon Type Construction RoughRough--cutcut 2x4 inch studs Ledger board Does not utilize horizontal fire blocking Residential Construction Platform Type Construction Utilizes fire blocking Method of framing Floor joists and sub floor of each story rest on double top plate of the story below 14 10/21/2014 Residential Construction Interior Wall Construction Wood lath with plaster covering Enhances upward spread of the fire PaperPaper--backedbacked insulation Conventional Construction Roof Sheathing Roof Sheathing 1” x 6” material ––StraightStraight ––SpacedSpaced ––DiagonalDiagonal Roof Sheeting 4’ x 8’ material ––Plywood,Plywood, OSB, Particle board Straight Sheathing 15 10/21/2014 Spaced Sheathing Diagonal Sheathing Post-1933 Diagonal Sheathing Sheeting 16 10/21/2014 Residential Construction Roofing Material Wood shingles Composition shingles Spanish tiles Clay/Slate tiles Rolled composition Hot mopped Tar and gravel Metal Lightweight Concrete Wood Shingles Composition Shingles 17 10/21/2014 Spanish Tiles Rolled Composition Tar and Gravel 18 10/21/2014 Metal Roofs Lightweight Concrete Ribbed Roof 19 10/21/2014 Special Considerations for Residential Construction Special Considerations for Residential Construction Special Considerations for Residential Construction 20 10/21/2014 Special Considerations for Residential Construction COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Commercial Construction Conventional Roof Styles Bridge Truss Roof Arched Roofs ––ArchedArched Rib Truss ––BowstringBowstring ––LamellaLamella Sawtooth Roof Flat Roof 21 10/21/2014 Bridge Truss Roof Bridge Truss Roof Bridge Truss Roof Found on various types and sizes of commercial buildings built in the 20s, 30s, and 40s Truss members built from 2” x 12” lumber Metal tie rods for additional support Rafters are 2” x 6” or larger Straight or Diagonal sheathing with possible plywood retrofit 22 10/21/2014 Bridge Truss Roof Bridge Truss Roof Bridge Truss Roof Strengths ––WellWell constructed with large lumber ––DoDo not expect early failure/collapse ––EasilyEasily identified by sloping sides and ends ––PerimeterPerimeter is strong area of building Hazards ––StrengthStrength derived from size of lumber and span ––ItIt is a truss, although conventional construction,construction, Take caution if trusses are heavily involved in firefire ––UndersideUnderside is usually exposed 23 10/21/2014 Arched Roofs Arched Rib Truss Similar construction to Bridge Truss Roof Sometimes called a Bowstring Constructed in early to mid 1900’s 2” x 12” to 2” x 14” lumber used to construct trusses Very well constructed Rafters are 2” x 6” or larger Straight or diagonal sheathing with plywood retroretro--fitfit Arched Rib Truss Arched Rib Truss 24 10/21/2014 Arched Rib Truss Arched Rib Truss Arched Rib Truss 25 10/21/2014 Arched Rib Truss Arched Rib Truss Strengths ––EarlyEarly failure/collapse should not be a primary coconcncernern ––StrongStrong areas
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