Created by Qpractice, this guide introduces contract documents and its components including construction drawing standards, reflected ceiling plans, and construction specifications.
A study guide created by the Council for Interior Design Qualification that includes information on study groups throughout the United States, exam references, building codes, and practice quizzes.
Standard Forms and Documents
The following link will provide access to contractual agreements and construction documents used throughout the practice of interior design and will be cited on the exam.
The National Research Council Canada provides information on building codes that serve as guidelines to provide effective building and safety regulations.
The National Fire Protection Association's Life Safety Code, widely used source for strategies to protect people and minimize effects of fire and related hazards.
Standards
The following links provide standards on life safety, accessibility, and environmental regulations.
Published by the U.S. Access Board, the ADA-ABA guidelines cover access for people with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This includes access requirements for public and private facilities.
The ADAAG guideline covers technical requirements for accessibility to buildings by people with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).