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It features clear language and helpful diagrams, making complex code requirements easy to understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmphasizing the central safety principles that underlie building codes throughout the U.S., this edition is a must-have for anyone involved in construction or home renovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComprehensive Safety Guidelines: \u003c\/b\u003e Emphasizes safety principles to help builders understand the foundational codes that keep homes safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUp-to-Date Information: \u003c\/b\u003e Reflects the latest changes in residential building codes, ensuring compliance with current regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVisual Learning Aids: \u003c\/b\u003e Utilizes clear diagrams and illustrations to simplify complex building codes and make them accessible to everyone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCross-Referencing: \u003c\/b\u003e Provides easy access to related codes, including plumbing, mechanical, and electrical standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurable Design: \u003c\/b\u003e Laminated pages allow for frequent use on job sites, making it a reliable reference tool in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Douglas Hansen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Taunton Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/21\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.30h x 8.40w x 0.30d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781641552158\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDouglas Hansen\u003c\/b\u003e is the principal author of the \u003cb\u003eCode Check\u003c\/b\u003e series of field guides to building codes and \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectrical Inspection of Existing Dwellings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e. He began working with Code Check in 1998, when founder Redwood Kardon asked him to assist in editing the first edition of \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eCode Check Electrical\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e. Douglas eventually moved into the principal authorship role for the series. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDouglas is a licensed general contractor and holds numerous inspection certifications. For several years, he taught residential and commercial electrical codes at the College of San Mateo. He was formerly a principal member on the technical committee for Electrical Systems Maintenance of the National Fire Protection Association. From 2013 to 2019, he worked for the City of Santa Clara, where he was the supervising MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) plans examiner and inspection supervisor. He has authored dozens of magazine articles and books. He has served as an expert witness in cases involving contractor and inspector standard of care, building codes, and construction defects, and been certified as an expert in Superior Courts in several counties. 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