2018 Principles of Building Safety Institute (Online Live)

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Format: Online Live
Duration: 18.00
This information packed, 3-day institute covers innovative and unique safety concepts while addressing the principles and the science behind code provisions and deepens the understanding and the logic for effective code application and interpretation. Our ICC professionals will cover topics including principles of fire protection, principles of egress, and principles of materials. Also covered will be the coordination between Building, Fire and Existing Building codes, and innovation in building and fire safety (Evaluation Service, Performance Code, etc.). This Institute will provide knowledge that is relevant immediately.

The following course reference is included with this Institute:

  • Why Buildings Fall Down

This Course is in a Virtual Training Room: This type of online classroom allows you to see and hear the instructor and classroom and they will be able to see and hear you. This is not a web session with voice over. Ensure you have a dependable internet connection.

Time Zones: Classes may be noted in a time zone different than yours, please take note of the time zone and how it may impact the start time in your area.

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If you would like to schedule this offering as a private or open event for a group, please contact ICC Learning Center

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Objectives
  • Recall differences and distinct purposes for fire-resistance, fire-protection, flame-spread, fireblocking, draftstopping, and roof coverings.
  • Describe fire protection principles as they pertain to safety in the built environment.
  • Consider the characteristics of various building materials in structures to determine code compliance.
  • Apply structural principles when assessing plan submittals for code compliance.
  • Identify means of egress principles to the built environment to ensure safety.  
  • Apply the building principles when referring to code requirements regarding existing buildings.
  • Discuss various innovations in building and fire safety.
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