Lecture Notes: Codes and Standards in Industrial Art Services

Introduction

• Topic: Codes and standards in industrial arts services, focusing on:

  • National Building Code of the Philippines
  • Philippine Electrical and Electronics Code
  • Traffic and Road Signs

• Content Standard: Understanding concepts in industrial art services

• Performance Standard: Performing calculations with safety precautions

• Learning Objectives:

  1. Discuss basic concepts of building, electrical, and electronics codes, and traffic signs.
  2. Explain the importance of following codes and standards.

Key Vocabulary

• Building: Structure with a roof and walls (e.g., house, school).
• Republic Act: Legislation in the Philippines, crafted by Congress.
• Permit: Authorization document.
• Dwelling: Residence (house, apartment).
• Fire Resistive Materials: Substances that withstand high temperatures.
• Hazard: Process or phenomenon causing risk (health, environmental).

National Building Code of the Philippines

• Republic Act No. 6451
• Purpose: Ensure buildings are safe, strong, and comfortable.
• Key Points:
  1. Safety: Buildings must withstand earthquakes, typhoons, fires.
  2. Design: Adequate space, ventilation, lighting.
  3. Accessibility: Easy access for people with disabilities.
  4. Fire Protection: Exits, alarms for fire prevention.
  5. Environmental Care: Protect nature, avoid pollution, and use energy wisely.

Philippine Electrical Code (PEC)

• Purpose: Safe installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Importance:
  1. Safety: Prevents electrical fires and accidents.
  2. Legal Compliance: Mandatory standards to avoid penalties.
  3. Protection: Prevents electrical failures.
  4. Guidance: Technical guidelines for installations.
  5. Professional Relevance: Essential for electricians and engineers.
• Color Codes:
  1. Line/Phase/Live Wire: Red, Blue, Black.
  2. Neutral Wire: White or Gray.
  3. Grounding Wire: Green or Green/Yellow.

Philippine Electronics Code (PEC)

• Purpose: Standards for electronics and communication systems.
• General Rules:
  1. Purpose: Safety and guidelines in system design and maintenance.
  2. Protection: Against hazards like lightning and interference.
  3. Objectives:
     • Minimize electrical hazards.
     • Reduce equipment damage.
     • Prevent fire and acoustic shock hazards.

Traffic Signs and Symbols

• Purpose: Guide, warn, and regulate road users.
• Types of Signs:
  1. Regulatory Signs: Mandatory rules (e.g., Stop, Yield, Speed Limit).
  2. Warning Signs: Alerts for hazards (e.g., Pedestrian Crossing, Slippery Road).
  3. Informative Signs: Directions and services (e.g., Hospital, Gas Station).
  4. Special Road Markings: Pedestrian crossings, bus stops, traffic lights.

Quiz Questions

1. Define a dwelling.
2. What document is needed before building construction?
3. What color represents the neutral wire?
4. What law outlines building safety rules in the Philippines?
5. Identify the type of traffic sign that warns of road hazards.

Quiz Answers

1. Dwelling
2. Permit
3. White or Gray
4. National Building Code of the Philippines
5. Warning Sign