Single family Dwelling- MT Flashcards
___ is a detached structure constructed to house 1 or more families in a single residence and 1-3 stories
single family dwelling
___ style home is usually 2 stories above ground. Bedrooms second flor and rest on main floor.
Colonial
___or___ are usually 1 story with large extended eaves and large windows
Ranch or rambler
Size up information
BCOLLEEAN Building type construction type/ command statement occupant status LAP 360 Label building and line exposure evident assign all units number
size up information water NBC EE OLLA
water report number of floors building type construction type evident exposures occupant status lap label building and line assign all units
___ style home has 1.5 stories above ground and contain _____?
Cape code
knee walls and dormers
____ style has stairs at the foyer level, living quarters could be expected on the basement level
Split foyer
_____ style has 2 or 3 levels, bedrooms on second floor and stairs when entering that lead up and downstairs.
split level
___ construction is built with long studs that run from basement to the attic
Balloon frame
___ style is a variation or several different styles, two different occupancies separated by a fire wall
Hybrid
Square footage of 3,000-6,000 sq ft usually, large open attics, HVAC component in the attic
Consideration should be given to ____
McMansion/ Estate homes
Have another company report from all available sides
____ are close proximity, less than 10’ and has a higher potential for collapse
Cluster homes
Type of construction which the exterior walls, bearing walls, columns, beams, etc., are ____ frame constructions
wood frame, type 5
Style of wood frame where each is build on a platform, providing fire stopping.
Platform construction
Most attics are used for storage only access is gained through?
scuttle in hallway
pulldown stairway
constructed stairway
what must be opened early to check for extension and may serve as a storage area?
Knee walls
Floor beams are generally 2 types
Wood timbers
Steel I beams/ or engineered since 2000’s
What type of window must we be cognizant of that’ll lead to elevated heat?
triple thickness
Type of windows from the 40-60’s and must be noted during the size up; egress windows must be noted too.
casement windows
Newer style security bars/ grates should have
quick- release devices to be used without a key