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009 - IBC Occupancy Classifications: All 10 Groups Explained
Occupancy classifications are the foundation of everything in the building code. This episode walks you through all 10 IBC occupancy groups and explains how each one affects building design, fire protection, egress, and life safety.
We break down what makes each occupancy group unique with real-world examples. You'll learn the 50-person rule that separates Assembly from Business, why colleges are Group B and not Group E, how mixed-use buildings handle multiple occupancies, and why a daycare for toddlers is Institutional but a preschool is Educational.
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All 10 IBC…
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