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Lecture 1 PCE4 - Lesson 1
Lecture 1 PCE4 - Lesson 1
Lecture 1 PCE4 - Lesson 1
Chapter 1
Codes and Regulations
PCE4-M
Building System Design
Prepared by:
Engr. Christian A. Arbalate
Technological University of the Philippines - Manila
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1.1 Introduction
• What is the difference between
laws and codes?
1.1 Introduction
• Why are codes and • Examples of Local Codes
regulations important?
1. National Building Code of
- Codes are highly vital in the Philippines
protecting public safety, 2. National Structural Code
health, and general of the Philippines
welfare. 3. National Plumbing Code
of the Philippines
4. Philippine Electrical Code
5. The Fire Code of the
Philippines
6. The Code on Sanitation of
the Philippines
1.1 Introduction
• Examples of International Codes/Standards
References
1. Revise IRR of The National Building Code of the Philippines (2005)
2. National Structural Code of the Philippines (2015)
3. National Plumbing Code of the Philippines (1999)
4. Philippine Electrical Code (2019)
5. The Fire Code of the Philippines (2019)
6. The Code on Sanitation of the Philippines (1975)