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Special Detailed Requirements: IBC Chapter 4

Complete all 7 levels to master special detailed requirements

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Level 1

Overview

Learn when buildings become "special" and need additional requirements beyond the standard code.

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Level 2

Section 403

Master requirements for buildings with occupied floors more than 75 feet above fire department access.

12-15 min
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Level 3

Section 404

Learn smoke control requirements for vertical openings connecting multiple stories.

12-15 min
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Level 4

Section 405

Master requirements for buildings with floors more than 30 feet below exit discharge.

12-15 min
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Level 5

Section 406

Understand open vs. enclosed parking garages and their unique fire protection requirements.

12-15 min
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Level 6

Sections 407 & 408

Learn defend-in-place strategies for occupancies where evacuation is not possible.

12-15 min
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Integration

Apply everything you've learned to complex buildings where multiple sections apply simultaneously.

15-20 min
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