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**Special Order** The Concrete Manual, now updated to the 2021 IBC and ACI 318-19, provides the guidance and information that inspectors and other construction professionals need to become more proficient in concrete field practices and inspection. The Concrete Manual, now updated to the 2021 IBC and ACI 318-19, provides the guidance and information that inspectors and other construction professionals need to become more proficient in concrete field practices and inspection. The Concrete Manual will: Introduce concrete and explain what it is and why it behaves as it does Explain conventional concrete construction procedures Discuss control and inspection procedures Detail proper field testing procedures Detail proper placement of reinforcement A Resource Reference section includes a list of the concrete industry and technical organizations to contact for additional information. Your purchase of the Concrete Manual includes exclusive online access to the Concrete Manual Workbook to help you master concrete inspection and field practices. The workbook contains learning objectives, lesson notes, key points for studying, and quizzes for each chapter. The answer key includes references to the applicable sections in the Concrete Manual.

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Part 1 focuses on planning and starting your business. This section will help you formulate a business plan, choose a business structure, understand licensing and insurance requirements and gain basic management and marketing skills. Part 2 covers fundamentals you will need to know in order to operate a successful construction business. This section covers estimating, contract management, scheduling, project management, safety and environmental responsibilities, and building good relationships with employees, subcontractors, and customers. Part 3 provides valuable information to assist you in running the administrative funtions of your business. Financial management, tax basics, and lien laws are covered. Effective management of these areas of business is vital and can cause you serious problems if you do not give them proper attention.

**SPECIAL ORDER** The NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management is organized into three sections. Part 1 focuses on planning and starting your business. This section will help you formulate a business plan, choose a business structure, understand licensing and insurance requirements and gain basic management and marketing skills. Part 2 Covers fundamentals you will need to know in order to operate a successful construction business. This section covers estimating, contract management, scheduling, project management, safety and environmental responsibilities, and building good relationships with employees, subcontractors, and customers. Part 3 provides valuable information to assist you in running the administrative functions of your business. Financial management, tax basics, and lien laws are covered. Effective management of these areas of business is vital and can cause you serious problems if you do not give them proper attention.

Explore the ICC/ANSI A117.1-2017, a comprehensive guide aimed at enabling individuals with physical disabilities to autonomously access and utilize various sites, facilities, buildings, and elements. This standard outlines specifications tailored to accommodate a spectrum of disabilities including mobility limitations, visual or hearing impairments, incoordination, sensory processing difficulties, and diverse physical sizes, ensuring inclusivity and usability for all.

The 2020 key word index also includes references for key words not listed in the back of the code book! See what everyone is raving about and pick up your copy of the 2020 key word index today!

Part 1 focuses on business planning and start up. This section will help you formulate a business plan, choose a business structure, understand licensing and insurance requirements and gain basic management and marketing skills. Part 2 is centered on fundamentals that you will need to operate a successful plumbing business. This section will cover estimating, contract management, scheduling, project management, safety and environmental responsibilities and building good relationships with employees, subcontractors and customers. Part 3 gives you valuable information for running the administrative functions of your business. Financial management, tax basics and lien laws are covered. Effective management of these areas of business is vital and can cause you serious problems if you do not give them the proper attention.

****This item is out of stock, and out of print. Our exam prep covers the necessary information to learn.**** Best-of-the-best guidelines for handling low voltage wiring. The A-Z reference on designing, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting modern security and fire alarm systems is now fully up-to-date in a new edition. Prepared by Terry Kennedy and John E. Traister, authors with over three decades of hands-on experience apiece in the construction industry, Low Voltage Wiring: Security/Fire Alarm Systems, Third Edition provides all the appropriate wiring data you need to work on security and fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. A CD-ROM packaged with the book conveniently puts at your fingertips sample forms, checklists, a fully-searchable glossary, and hot-linked industry reference URLs.

Official copy of the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors Board laws and Rules to be used during the Plumbing, Heating, and Sprinkler Business and Law exam.

Based on the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Electrical Code Handbook clarifies concepts for a better understanding of the Code. It's a powerful communication tool that helps you explain the NEC to clients and others who might not have professional electrical training.

The new National Electrical Code is revised and expanded to stay in sync with industry practices, emerging trends, and the development and introduction of technologies. The document is completely reorganized for improved ease of use and features an expanded Article 100 that consolidates all the code's defined terms in one place to help you quickly locate critical NEC content. Whether you are working with Class 4 fault-managed circuits or electrical systems operating over 1000 volts ac/1500 volts dc, you need the 2023 edition of the NEC to help you stay compliant.

Updates in the 2016 NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems help designers, engineers, contractors, and installers develop the best fire sprinkler defense for any occupancy. Fire protection challenges have changed along with construction materials and types of storage. Get equipped for today's hazards by getting up-to-code with the new industry standard for the automatic sprinkler system design, installation, and acceptance testing; hanging and bracing systems; underground piping; and seismic protection.

**Special Order** NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code provides industry-accepted guidance for the safe installation and operation of fuel gas piping systems, appliances, equipment, and accessories. The 2018 edition includes updates based on recognized risks, recent research, and the techniques, materials, developments, and construction practices in use today.

The risks of electrical shock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast lurk in your workplace. You can help prevent these electrical injuries through compliance with the latest requirements in NFPA 70E®, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®, 2024 edition. This quintessential resource is designed to help you and your team avoid electrical injuries and fatalities on the job. Its safety requirements are also consistent with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the updated National Electrical Code® Style Manual.

In addition to updating rules for in-building fire emergency voice/alarm communication systems, a new Emergency Communications System chapter addresses in-building and wide-area MNSs.

North Carolina Contractors Guide to Business and Project Management for Plumbing, Heating, and Sprinklers

Includes all of the administrative codes and policies of the North Carolina State Building Codes.

The 2018 North Carolina State Building Code is a fully integrated code based on the 2015 International Building Code.

This is a fully integrated code based on the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code.

North Carolina State Building Code: Mechanical Code 2018 This is a fully integrated code based on the 2015 International Mechanical Code.