During framing inspection, an engineered wood truss is found to have a field-cut bottom chord. What should be the contractor's immediate action?
Correct Answer
A) Contact the truss manufacturer for evaluation
Field modifications to engineered trusses can compromise their structural integrity. The truss manufacturer or a qualified engineer must evaluate any modifications and provide repair instructions.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Field modifications to engineered trusses can compromise their structural integrity. The truss manufacturer or a qualified engineer must evaluate any modifications and provide repair instructions.
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