The Job: Searching an Occupied Attic

Frank Ricci is back on “The Job.” In this video tip, Ricci describes some potential problematic features of attic stairs in 2 1/2-story wood frame dwellings and some tips to maintain control of the stairs as well as accountability. He also briefly touches on the firefighting problems presented by knee walls.

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