NAME: GWYNETH M.
VALLECERA BSCE 3B
How important is the Philippine Code and Regulations
on designing a structure?
in the Philippines, the importance of adhering to the Philippines code and regulations
when designing structures cannot be overstated. These codes serve as a comprehensive
framework that ensures safety, sustainability, and resilience in construction practices across the
archipelago. The PBC or also known as Philippine Building Code, along with various other
regulations, provides guideline that architects, engineers, and builders must follow to ensure
that structures are safe for occupancy and use. Also, the goal is to improve health services and
promotion of the health to the Filipino people. The Philippines enacted the National
Building Code to ensure the safe and secure construction of homes, buildings or structures.
The building code provides key guidelines one needs to know before their next build.
The goal is to improve the
health services and promotion
of the health to the Filipino
people.
Essential Knowledge The
Philippine Code and
Regulations are made in order
to have a
minimum standard in designing
a structure. All buildings must
abide to certain principles of
construction. NATIONAL
BUILDING CODE (PD 1096)
The goal is to improve the
health services and promotion
of the health to the Filipino
people.
Essential Knowledge The
Philippine Code and
Regulations are made in order
to have a
minimum standard in designing
a structure. All buildings must
abide to certain principles of
construction. NATIONAL
BUILDING CODE (PD 1096)
What are the different codes that should be followed in the Philippines in designing
structures? Briefly explain each of them.
National Building Code of the Philippines - This section states the primary
requirements in building construction in which all buildings or structures must be suited to
purpose they are designed, ensures safety, sanitary, and good working condition over time. It is
our duty as Civil Engineers to construct an effective and efficient structure, and to be able to
attain that kind of project this regulation must be applied.
National Structural Code of the Philippines - This section discussed the specific
requirements in terms of strength, serviceability, structure analysis, and foundation. This section
is actually in line with our field of study and directly applicable in building construction. It is
necessary to stick with these given standards to ensure a good structure and avoid unfortunate
outcomes such as cracks, failures, or at worst – loss of life
Electrical Code of the Philippines - This article showcases the application of electrical
field in appliances, its specifications and installation method. In civil engineering, it is also
important to understand at least the basics of these concepts to have an idea in its impact
particularly in building construction as it contributes to the fire vulnerability of a certain structure
when there is an improper installation of certain appliances.
Fire Code of the Philippines – this code establishes regulations aimed at preventing
fire hazard in buildings through proper design features such as fire exist, alarms system,
sprinkler system, and materials used in construction that resist ignition or combustion
Sanitation Code of the Philippines – This code focuses on health- related aspect
concerning water supply system, waste disposal methods, ventilation requirements for building,
sanitary facilities like toilets and wash area ensuing public health standards are met within
constructed environments
National Plumbing Code of the Philippines - This section highlights the need of
having a properly connected water and drainage system. As it is one of the considerations in
building construction, it is necessary to follow this requirement and understand how the
plumbing system works to avoid particular issues in line with this area.
