The 2006 International Performance Code covers regulations for buildings and facilities

Presents regulations based on outcome rather than prescription. It encourages new design methods by allowing a broader parameter for meeting the intent of the International Codes. Helpful User's Guide included. 198 pp.

Table of Contents:

• Chapter 1: General Administrative Provisions
• Chapter 2: Definitions
• Chapter 3: Design Performance Levels
• Chapter 4: Reliability and Durability
• Chapter 5: Stability
• Chapter 6: Fire Safety
• Chapter 7: Pedestrian Circulation
• Chapter 8: Safety of Users
• Chapter 9: Moisture
• Chapter 10: Interior Environment
• Chapter 11: Mechanical
• Chapter 12: Plumbing
• Chapter 13: Fuel Gas
• Chapter 14: Electricity
• Chapter 15: Energy Efficiency
• Chapter 16: Fire Prevention
• Chapter 17: Fire Impact Management
• Chapter 18: management of People
• Chapter 19: means of Egress
• Chapter 20: Emergency Notification, Access and Facilities
• Chapter 21: Emergency Responder Safety
• Chapter 22: Hazardous Materials
• Appendix A: Risk Factors of use and Occupancy Classifications
• Appendix B: Worksheet for Assigning Specific Structures to Performance Groups
• Appendix C: Individually Substantiated Design Method
• Appendix D: Qualification Characteristics for Design and and Review of Performance Based Designs
• Appendix E: Use of Computer Models
• Index to Code
• User's Guide
• User's Guide Table of Contents