RESEARCH PAPER:
The assignment is to compile data and write a research paper on the adopted codes in the City in which you reside. If you do not live in a city, use a city near you for your study.
This paper should address:
The history of the adopted codes in the city Dallas Texas
Date of adoption
Last time codes were updated
Plans on updating codes
Permitting process utilized and enforced in city of Dallas texas
Explanation of the process utilized to conduct a code enforcement inspection
Explanation of the anticipated different types of hazards that will be Discovered in different Types of occupancies
Problems anticipated to be encountered during a code enforcement inspection
Anticipated and actual public reaction to the code enforcement process
Key components of a successful code enforcement program 4 Kilgore College Fire Prevention Codes & Inspection FIRT-1307.0W01
Standards for acceptability:
1. The paper must be a minimum of no fewer than three pages of content.
2. The cover sheet, references page, illustrations, tables, charts, or any other media do NOT Count towards the three-page minimum.
3. The student should focus on the completeness of the project rather than a word Count or Number of pages; however, there must be at least three pages.
Overall specifications for the paper:
1. The paper MUST be formatted using American Psychological Association (APA) format, Utilizing the most current publication of the APA 6th ed.
2. One-inch margins with standard 12-point black font
3. Your cover sheet must be formatted according to APA6, including:
A. Title of the Research Paper
B. Students Name
C. Date
D. Complete Course Identification Number (FIRT-1307.W01)
E. Instructors Name
F. Do not use graphics or images on the cover sheet 4. A References page will contain all sources utilized to form the paper. A minimum of Three credible, reliable sources must be used. Sources used may be printed material (books Or texts), web sources, or a combination of both. Standard APA format will be utilized for This part. 5. If the student decides to use illustrations within the paper, the illustrations will be Included and cited as required by APA. Illustrations will NOT count towards the four-page Minimum. 5
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Fire Prevention Codes & Inspection FIRT-1307.0W01
The paper will be sent to the instructors Kilgore E-mail. Your term paper will be graded on
The following criteria:
– 50%: Content with support of current/valid information. (Full credit cannot be Received for a paper less than three pages)
– 30%: Proper American Psychological Association (APA) formatting according to The most current publication of the 6th edition.
– 20%: Proper use of grammar and spelling. You should use your spell-check, Grammar check, and repeatedly proofread your work prior to submission. If you will Read your work aloud, its much easier to discover your errors. This includes Spelling, punctuation, sentence/paragraph structure, and use of proper tense