IBC 2021 · Model
Chapter 33: Safeguards During Construction
34 sections in this chapter of the IBC 2021 model text — not Model's amended edition.
3301.1 Scope The provisions of this chapter shall govern safety during construction and the protection of adjacent public and private properties.
- 3301.1Scope
- 3301.2Storage and placement
- 3301.2.1Structural and construction loads
- 3302.1Alterations, repairs and additions
- 3302.2Manner of removal
- 3302.3Fire safety during construction
- 3303.1Construction documents
- 3303.2Pedestrian protection
- 3303.3Means of egress
- 3303.4Vacant lot
- 3304.1Excavation and fill
- 3304.1.1Slope limits
- 3304.1.2Surcharge
- 3304.1.3Footings on adjacent slopes
- 3305.1Facilities required
- 3306.1Protection required
- 3306.2Walkways
- 3306.3Directional barricades
- 3306.4Construction railings
- 3306.5Barriers
- 3306.6Barrier design
- 3307.1Protection required
- 3307.2Excavation retention systems
- 3308.1Storage and handling of materials
- 3308.2Utility fixtures
- 3309.1Where required
- 3309.2Fire hazards
- 3310.1Stairways required
- 3310.2Maintenance of means of egress
- 3311.1Where required
- 3311.2Buildings being demolished
- 3312.2Operation of valves
- 3313.1Where required
- 3314.1Fire watch during combustible construction
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