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2018 IBC Accessibility & Usability: Commercial and Residential (Online Live)

Item #: 2091VTL18
Price: $198.00
Member Price: $198.00
Member Savings: $0.00
Format: Online Live
Duration: 6.00
$198.00
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This class focuses on the minimum requirements for new or existing construction of accessible commercial buildings and residential facilities for compliance with the International Building Code® (IBC®) and ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities. It addresses the design, plan review and inspection of residential buildings and facilities to ensure that people with physical impairments, visual impairments and hearing impairments can use the facilities. Attendees will participate in activities that involve questions and answers, discussion and case study, performing parts of individually and in groups. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to determine if the minimum requirements for accessibility set forth in the IBC and ICC A117.1. Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities have been met in new or existing residential construction.

The following publications are included/recommended with this course:
  • • PDF Download Included - 2018 IBC® Accessibility and Usability for Commercial and Residential Buildings
  • • Recommended - 2018 International Residential Code® (IBC®)
  • • Recommended - ICC A117.1-2009 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities

    • 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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Objectives
  • Recognize which accessibility requirements are enforceable by the building official.
  • Determine the extent to which accessibility code provisions apply to the design and construction of any institutional or residential facility, as well as the alteration or change of occupancy of an existing building.
  • Identify the basis for the technical requirements set forth in the referenced standard.
  • Identify scoping and technical requirements for: Exterior accessible routes (accessible routes criteria, accessible parking spaces, curb ramps and signage); Accessible entry and means of egress (entrances, means of egress, areas of refuge, exterior area for assisted rescue); Interior accessible routes (accessible route criteria, elevators, lifts, ramps and doors); Building features and facilities (toilet and bathing facilities, drinking fountains and customer service facilities); Special occupancies (dining, self-service storage, recreational) Dwelling and sleeping units (transient lodging and institutional units); Existing structure requirements in the International Existing Building Code (IEBC).
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