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    Chapter 33 questions

    Inspector is meeting with both parites today. Public saftey will be restored/maintained. Section 115.1 seems like the most applicable section that could be used. I don't want to resort to a SWO but the option is there and defensible under the IBC. I think the inspector will be able to hammer...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    They are local.
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Yeah, I called OSHA. They don't care about tenants on a site. If you are a worker up 4 stories and want to spend the day dropping hammers and screwdrivers over the door to the building, just make sure you have your harness, eye protection and hard hat, and OSHA is A-OK with it. Seems like the...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Their willingness to make safety improvements has me leaning away from a SWO.
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    Chapter 33 questions

    I sent the inspector out yesterday and he is working with the contractor on a solution.
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Other than 115.1??? The work being done is regulated by the code. The structure is what is being worked on. The public entry to the building is part of the structure. Having construction above a public door with tools, materials and demolition work going on over the door and no protection...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    I will cite 115.1. If you have construction going on above the door with people removing siding, windows, roofing....workers 2 or 3 stories up with tools and materials, above an entrance to an apartment building or a school.... To me, that is "work regulated by this code being performed in a...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    How bout this section of code from Chapter 1 of the IBC??? 115.1 Authority. Whenever the building official finds any work regulated by this code being performed in a manner either contrary to the provisions of this code or dangerous or unsafe, the building official is authorized to issue a...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Perhaps floral arranging may be in order. Seems as though the slots for "has-been architects with axes to grind & too much time on their hands" are all filled up.
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Bloviating Repetitive Underwhelming Drivel Gone Excessively Rude Sometimes
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Thanks Yankee. I am still (always) learning and when I come across something I am not well versed in, I ask others (staff, this forum, and other resources) for opinions their take on a code section. The discussion usually gives good insight in to the intent of the code, as well as why others...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Can you simply not reply to postings that I make? It is clear you are unable to behave in a civil manner and provide anything other than dripping sarcasm.
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Thanks for the feedback ICE. You make a very good point. This situation is a bit unique, given our jurisdiction. I was sent a few pictures, as this site is on a different island, so I can't just swing by on a moments notice. I would have to plan a day trip or send the inspector from that...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Huh?? I must be as dense as brugers thinks I am because I missed that one. Care to elaborate??
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    Chapter 33 questions

    I am betting on "under 20 minutes" for the comments to appear regarding "making people dance for your amusement" and similar.....
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    Chapter 33 questions

    I am sure the contractor would much rather have a visit (and possible fines) from OSHA and a visit (and possible fines) from the DOE, than a simple phone call from the building department saying "we have received some complaints about the state of the job site....." Heck, this is right by a...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    So lets break it down: Someone called and reported concerns with a jobsite involving permitted work. I took the complaint and read CH 33. From a reading of CH 33 it appeared that the IBC would not govern in this instance. The site was and still is dangerous. I don't have a callous disregard...
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    unorthodox pipe support

    I've seen zip ties and bootlaces.....
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    IBC Chapter 11 and private aircraft hangars

    Thank you for a concise opinion in this matter. Mr. Handler, your knowledge in this field is greatly appreciated as well as your willingness to share it in a polite, respectful, factual manner.
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    Chapter 33 questions

    Thank you for your feedback. I was trying to determine whether or not the code addressed this specific situation and it is clear that it doesn't. The discussion from contributors was very helpful. I will simply refer this to OSHA if I feel unsafe conditions exist in this workplace, as it...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    The only thing exceeding your incorrect assessment of me and this situation is how far out of line you are.
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    IBC Chapter 11 and private aircraft hangars

    Yes, there are 4 individual 3000 sq. ft. bays for a total of about 12K sq ft. 2 are owned by a single owner, the other 2 owned by separate owners. I was not around for the original construction but know that there are no existing restrooms. These planes are tiny cessnas and piper cubs, they...
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    IBC Chapter 11 and private aircraft hangars

    Well, there are several. If, for example, a SFR was located on the same property (which is common at this private airstrip), then the application of : 1103.2.4 Detached dwellings. Detached one- and two-family dwellings and accessory structures, and their associated sites and facilities, are...
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    IBC Chapter 11 and private aircraft hangars

    Given: Existing 4 bay private aircraft hangar. 2 hangars owned by one individual, the remaining two are owned by other owners, for a total of 3 owners. Total building size is 12,000 square feet. The hangars are for private use. Owners of one hangar want to put in a bathroom (toilet and...
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    Chapter 33 questions

    I agree. Thanks for the feedback. Since our jurisdiction is primiarly residential, I was reading this section after a tenant complained about construction activity. My clear reading of the code indicated this but I wanted to make sure I was reading it correctly.
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