This class will discuss some of the appendix chapters in the back of the IBC and whether you should consider adopting them in your jurisdiction. Appendix chapters are only applicable if they are specifically adopted by the jurisdiction. However, can you use them as a guide for alternate design? We will be discussing Employee Qualifications, …

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Full Day Introduction and Explanation of the significant changes in the 2021 IPMC including an overview of application of the changes and adoption and implementation issues. Instructor: Bill Clayton Register: https://coloradochaptericc.org/education/education-institute/fees/  

This class will be a full exploration of the multitude of building uses and mixed uses related to the burgeoning marijuana industry, and how the codes may apply. A further examination of how the industry is reacting and adjusting to the maze of State and local regulations and becoming efficient will be addressed. This course …

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This full day class discusses common issues found in multi-family construction including plan review and inspection of Fire Rated assemblies, Mixed use concerns, Podium buildings, and related requirements found in chapters 3,4, 5,6,7,9 and 10 of the 2021 IBC. Instructor: Bill Clayton Register: https://coloradochaptericc.org/education/education-institute/fees/

You have adopted the IEBC but never use it because it is confusing. You are not alone! This class will endeavor to put to rest some of that confusion. Class includes an overview and discussion of plan review on existing building projects using the2021 IEBC Prescriptive compliance path for one project and the Work Area …

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An advanced look at the means of egress requirements included in Chapter 10 of the International Building Code. The presentation will include detailed discussions on the design and review of the means of egress in unusual occupancies. Subjects included in the class are malls, assembly occupancies, special egress components, smoke proof enclosures, horizontal exits and …

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This class will focus on the IRC provisions for the prescriptive design and installation of residential fire sprinkler systems in one- & two-family dwellings and townhouses. The location of sprinkler heads, pipe sizing and overall installation requirements will be discussed. Practical installation issues will also be discussed. Instructor: Bill Clayton Register: https://coloradochaptericc.org/education/education-institute/fees/

Explores the major revisions and provisions of the most current code year of the International Residential Code. The presentation includes detailed discussions of the provisions addressing the following issues: building planning; foundation, floor, wall, and roof construction; exterior wall finishes; and roofing systems. The class is designed to introduce the provisions of the code. Instructor: …

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Working for any municipality is not without its challenges, but a lot of small jurisdictions find themselves faced with staff that must wear many hats. Are you the building official, permit tech, plans examiner, inspector, floodplain coordinator, sign code enforcer, code adopter, complaint department, and other duties as assigned? We’ve gathered a group of code …

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Organizer: Colorado Chapter ICC Description: This class reviews the use of the alternate materials and methods requirements of the codes. The class will review the use of ICC evaluation reports when using the International Building Code. Different types of materials and methods will be discussed. Examples of how those materials and methods should be evaluated …

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Organizer: Colorado Chapter ICC Description: Addresses the very large and unusual building plan review and inspections. The class will focus on high-rise construction, atriums, very large buildings and unusual projects. The class will also discuss the special inspection process and how to monitor the program. The discussion will address the review and inspections of alternate …

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