Updated to reflect the International Code Council 2012 International Building Code, this time-saving resource makes it easy to understand and apply complex IBC requirements and achieve compliance. More than 600 full-color illustrations help to clarify the application and intent of many code provisions, with an emphasis on the structural and fire- and life-safety provisions. The 2012 International Building Code Handbook provides the information you need to get construction jobs done right, on time, and up to the requirements of the 2012 IBC.

Ch. 1 Scope and Administration; Ch. 2. Definitions; Ch. 3. Use and Occupancy Classification; Ch. 4. Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy; Ch. 5. General Building Heights and Areas; Ch. 6. Types of Construction; Ch. 7. Fire and Smoke Protection Features; Ch. 8. Interior Finishes; Ch. 9. Fire Protection Systems; Ch. 10. Means of Egress; Ch. 11. Accessibility; Ch. 12. Interior Environment; Ch. 13. Energy Efficiency; Ch. 14. Exterior Walls; Ch. 15; Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures; Ch. 16. Glass and Glazing; Ch. 17. Gypsum Board and Plaster; Ch. 18. Plastic; Ch. 19. Electrical; Ch. 20. Mechanical Systems; Ch. 21. Plumbing Systems; Ch. 22. Elevators and Conveying Systems; Ch. 23. Special Construction; Ch. 24. Encroachments into the Public Right-of-Way; Ch. 25. Safeguards During Construction; Ch. 26. Existing Structures; Ch. 27. Referenced Standards; Ch. 28. Sections 1601 - 1614 (Structural Design), Seismic Provisions of ASCE-7-05, Examples; Ch. 29. Sections 1701 - 1716 (Structural Tests and Special Inspections); Ch. 30. Sections 1801 - 1810 (Soils and Foundations); Ch. 31. Section 1901 - 1915 (Concrete Provisions); Ch. 32. Aluminum; Ch. 33. Sections 2101 - 2113 (Masonry); Ch. 34. Sections 2202 - 2210 (Steel); Ch. 35. Sections 2301 - 2308 (Wood); Appendix 1: Background to Seismic Strength Design Load Combinations; Appendix 2: Background to the Wind Load Provisions of Model Codes and Standards; Appendix 3: Background to Seismic Ground Motion in Seismic Design; Appendix 4: Consideration of Site Soil Characteristics; Metric Conversion Table