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Course Description: The class focuses on the methods to break the communication gaps between building department professionals and the community we serve. Attendees will discover how to build strong teams within their own operation and provide better service and deal with difficult clients. Effective communication contributes to an individual’s success as well as the success of […]

This class is a basic overview of the means of egress requirements included in Chapter 10 of the IBC. The presentation will include detailed discussions on the design of the means of egress in buildings. Subjects included in the class are the three parts of the means of egress including occupant loads, egress width, number […]

Water intrusion through exterior walls may be the largest problem in residential construction today. This class discusses the International Residential Code’s requirements for exterior walls. General installation requirements of products will be discussed, including weather barriers, flashing, wood/hardboard siding, masonry veneer, stucco and exterior insulated finish systems. Instructor: Steve Thomas Registration: https://iaobo17.wildapricot.org/event-4581768  

This fast-paced seminar explores the major provisions of the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) as they relate to fire department personnel. The presentation will include discussions of the provisions addressing the following issues: occupancy classification, types of construction, one and two family dwellings and townhouses. This class is designed to provide […]

This fast-paced one-day seminar explores the major provisions of the International Residential Code (IRC). Discussion will include the chapters covering building planning, foundation, floor, wall, roof/ceiling construction and roof covering requirements. Understanding fundamentals and with the knowledge of the more significant issues, individuals will be better prepared for taking an IRC certification exam. Instructor: Steve […]

This is a full day class that covers the subject of hazardous materials to assist the Building Official in properly dealing with the more dangerous occupancies.   The pertinent sections of the IBC regarding Hazardous Materials will be covered, including each type of H occupancy, as well as additional sections of some other codes.  The […]

Comprehensive discussion of the major compartmentalization concepts of the IBC, focusing on those requirements that deal with building size, sprinkler options and mixed-use buildings.  Fire-resistance-rated construction is also addressed.  This class will include topics on allowable areas, area increases, unlimited area buildings, fire area concept and construction, incidental/accessory use areas and separated/non- separated uses. Instructor: […]