Chapter 5

Question 1

To predict collapse, the ISO uses what method?

Answer 1

Classic method of:

-Identify- Analyze- Decide

Question 2

ISO can take the classic mode and apply them to what five step process?

Answer 2

Step 1- classify the building/ type, era, use and size approach

Step 2- determine structural involvement

Step 3- visualize and trace loads

Step 4- evaluate time

Step 5- predict and communicate collapse potential

Question 3

Classic method:
Identify- analyze- decide

What steps from five step apply to each?

Answer 3

1 and 2 identification
3 and 4 are analytical
5 is the decision