A comprehensive guide to everything you should know about building construction for firefighters.

Feb 19, 2021 · NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction, defines types of building construction based on the combustibility and the fire resistance rating of a building's structural …

Jun 11, 2018 · Nick Salameh reviews some of the fundamentals of identifying different types of building construction for firefighters.

Jul 1, 2012 · NFPA 220: Standard on Types of Building Construction, 2012 edition, promulgated and published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), defines standard types of …

Jul 18, 2025 · The International Building Code (IBC) classifies buildings into five primary construction types based on their fire resistance capabilities and the combustible materials …

Feb 1, 2012 · Buildings are broken down into five categories (Types 1—5), ranging from the stoutest of construction to that which will most likely fail rapidly when under fire conditions.

Mar 26, 2025 · Knowing the five types of construction is essential for meeting safety regulations, especially regarding fire resistance and structural integrity. Here’s a quick overview of each …

The Five Types of Building Construction These classifications are made partly because of the required level of fire resistance that a building needs. We’ll cover this idea a bit more in the …

Dec 1, 2025 · Learn about IBC and NFPA building construction types I–V, their fire-resistance ratings, and how material choices affect safety and code compliance.

Essentially, they are classifications that categorize buildings based on their fire resistance and the materials used in their structural elements. Specifically, the International Building Code (IBC) …