Example of a competency
1.1 Regulations, codes and standards Canadian
Situation 201 / 300
Our firm designed a new entrance ramp for a public library. Before the drawings were issued for construction, I was asked to check that the ramp met the accessibility requirements of the building code.
Action 315 / 1,200
I identified the code requirements that applied to the ramp.I identified the accessibility requirements in Section 3.8 of the National Building Code of Canada 2020. I measured the slope, width and landings on the drawings. The slope was 1 in 10, steeper than the code allows. I recorded each requirement and result in a checklist. I explained the issue to my supervisor and proposed a longer ramp with an extra landing.
Outcome 149 / 300
The ramp was redesigned to a compliant slope with an added landing. The revised drawings were issued on schedule and the building permit was granted.
Gus asks Added in your words
Which code and edition did you check against?
You answer it in your own words.