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A floor opening cuts joists for a dumbwaiter shaft. What framing should carry the cut joist loads?

Correct Answer

A) Designed header-and-trimmer framing or an approved equivalent support detail.

The cut joists need a designed support path around the opening. Header-and-trimmer framing and its connections can provide it when properly sized; fireblocking serves a different purpose.

Answer Options
A
Designed header-and-trimmer framing or an approved equivalent support detail.
B
Only an engineer’s signature, without the required physical framing.
C
Only closer subfloor nails at the opening.
D
Only fireblocking between the cut joist ends.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The cut joists need a designed support path around the opening. Header-and-trimmer framing and its connections can provide it when properly sized; fireblocking serves a different purpose.

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