All too often before and after a disaster, an affected community is left on its own to struggle with preparing to respond to the event and then assessing and dealing...
While being the oldest thermal insulation it is often the most misunderstood. This course examines cellulose insulation from a historical, building science and construction codes perspectives. Improper use of CI...
This class provides a comprehensive explanation of the 2021 International Residential Code® (IRC®) Wood Wall bracing requirements. The seminar will focus on code requirements and application to design while clarifying...
This Institute provides the permit technician with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform their jobs in code administration: legal aspects, code language, code enforcement, reading construction documents, performing...
Mid-career residential inspectors and plans examiners will find this seminar insightful as will designers looking for a review of new requirements for fire-resistance between dwelling and townhome units, addition of...
This course will provide an overview of the key information in the 2021 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code (ISPSC) as well as the technical information recommended for plan review...
This course is designed to provide an overview of restraint and bracing for metal plate-connected wood trusses. Restraint and bracing keep truss members straight, upright, and in position. This course...
The Permit Technician possesses the ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating situations and in making determinations at the issuance counter, and understands the basic construction components and practices associated...
The goal of this course is to better equip local building department staff, design professionals, and contractors with the knowledge, skills, and best practices necessary to efficiently apply the construction...
Rarely are communities fully prepared when responding to disaster events. A condition that results from communities being left on their own to struggle with developing disaster preparedness plans, evaluating post-event...