NFPA 70E — Electrical Safety in the Workplace

IBC Section 1107 — Accessible Unit and Dwelling Unit Elements

Requires accessible common use elements within individual residential units.

NFPA 13 — Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

The primary standard governing design and installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems. Referenced by IBC Chapter 9. Covers system types, pipe sizing, sprinkler spacing, water supply requirements.

IECC Section 603 — Energy Cost Budget Method

Provides performance-based alternative to prescriptive energy code requirements.

ASTM E119 — Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials

THE fire resistance test standard. Determines hourly fire ratings for walls, floors, roofs, columns, and beams. Referenced by IBC Table 601. Test uses standard time-temperature curve reaching 1700°F at 1 hour.

NFPA 99 — Health Care Facilities Code

Comprehensive code for safety systems in hospitals and medical facilities.

Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) Certification

Advanced certification for engineers specializing in fire safety systems.