Building Codes & Standards
Reference guides for construction professionals covering fire safety, building codes, workplace compliance, and material testing standards.
Fire & Life Safety
Fire Extinguisher Standards
UL 299/711, DOT, and NFPA 10 requirements for fire extinguisher certification and inspection
Fire Suppression Standards
NFPA 13, 17A, 96, 2001, and UL 300 requirements for automatic suppression systems
Emergency & Life Safety
NFPA 101, emergency lighting, exit signs, fire alarms, and egress requirements
Fire Inspection & Compliance
Inspector certification, firestop inspections, fire door compliance, and state requirements
Safety & Compliance Standards
OSHA workplace safety, first aid kits, respirators, signage, and PPE requirements
Fleet Fire Safety Kits
DOT §393.95 compliance kits for commercial vehicles — extinguisher, warning triangles, first aid by vehicle type with volume pricing for 10+
Building Construction & Codes
CBC Chapter 7A
Wildfire resistance requirements for buildings in California WUI zones
IWUIC
Wildland-Urban Interface Code for fire-resistant construction beyond California
ASCE 24
Flood resistant design and construction standards
ICC 500
Storm shelter design and construction standards
ASTM Building Envelope
Weather barriers, drainage systems, and building envelope standards
Title 24
California energy efficiency standards, cool roofs, and insulation
California Balcony Law (SB 721/326)
Exterior elevated element inspection requirements for apartments and condos
ANSI/BHMA A156.4
Door controls, closers, and hardware performance standards
Domestic Procurement
Testing & Evaluation
Featured Guides
Fleet & DOT Compliance
Fire extinguisher requirements, vehicle marking, and inspection schedules for commercial vehicles
2026 Sealant & Caulking Guide
Silicone, polyurethane, acrylic, foam, and firestop sealant selection for contractors
NFPA 96: Kitchen Exhaust Systems
Grease duct velocity, slope compliance, and airflow verification for commercial kitchens
Cool Roof Requirements
Title 24 solar reflectance and thermal emittance requirements for California
Buy America Compliance Guide
Decision tree: which domestic procurement law applies, product thresholds, deadlines, and documentation for federally funded projects
UL Listed Fire Extinguishers
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2.5 lb
UL 10-B:C
Buckeye ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher w/ Vehicle Bracket – 2.5 lb.
$44.00
5 lb
UL 3-A:40-B:C
Buckeye ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher w/ Vehicle Bracket – 5 lb.
$54.00
$64.00
10 lb
UL 4-A:80-B:C
Buckeye ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher w/ Wall Hook – 10 lb.
$90.00
$106.00
20 lb
UL 10-A:120-B:C
Buckeye ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher w/ Wall Hook – 20 lb.
$155.00
$167.00
Commercial Door Hardware
Von Duprin 040065 Quiet Electric Latch Retraction Retrofit Kit 4 Foot for 33 35 98 99 Series
$1,050.00
$1,455.00
Von Duprin 421132D Electric Strike 630 Satin Stainless Steel Finish
$299.00
Von Duprin 622132D Fail Secure 24V DC Electric Strike 630 Satin Stainless Steel Finish
$1,500.00
Von Duprin 622332D Fail Secure 24V DC Electric Strike 630 Satin Stainless Steel Finish
$1,279.00
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Fire Safety
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Door Hardware
Safety & Compliance
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