Agenda
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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
8:30 am – 5:00 pm MST (incl. a 60-min break)
Presented By:
Todd Snider, PE, SE, CBO
Agenda
Introduction
Course overview
Adoption and enforcement of 2021 International Residential Code in Utah
Overview of general state amendments
Administrative Changes (Chapter 1)
Definitions (Chapter 2)
Code Criteria (IRC R301)
Building Planning and Framing (Chapters 3 – 5)
Townhouses and duplexes
Fire protection and separation
Safety glazing
Emergency escape and rescue
Egress, alarms, accessibility
Storm shelters and solar
Mezzanines and habitable attics
Foundations and floor framing
Decks
Shell Construction (Chapters 6 -9)
Wall framing
Braced walls
Wall coverings
Soffits
Roof framing and assemblies
Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing
Cooking appliances and exhaust
Hydronic piping
Fuel gas bonding and shutoff
Bathtub and showers
Hot water piping
Pipe fittings
Non-potable and reclaimed water systems
Electrical services
Receptacle and branch circuit requirements
GFCI
Appendixes (Tiny Houses, Radon, 3D printed)
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Credits
Professional Engineers:
7.0 PDHs
Architects:
7.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA: (AIA credits only available for attending live Webinar)
7.0 LU|HSW
International Code Council:
.7 CEUs (Building)
Continuing Education Credit Information
2021 IRC Update for Utah
This webinar is open to the public and offers 7.0 professional education hours/PDHs to professional engineers and 7.0 HSW continuing education hours to architects licensed in Utah.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this program for 7.0 LU|HSW (Sponsor No. J885). Only full attendance can be reported to the AIA/CES.
Engineers and architects seeking continuing education credit in other states will be able to claim the hours earned at this webinar, in most cases. Refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
The International Code Council has approved this activity for .7 CEUs in the specialty area of Building.
Completion certificates will be awarded to participants who complete this event, respond to prompts and earn a passing score (80%) on the quiz that follows the presentation (multiple attempts allowed).
Speakers
Todd Snider PE SE CBO
West Coast Code Consultants, Inc.
Mr. Snider is a licensed structural engineer in multiple states, an ICC certified building official and a certified building, mechanical, energy, and accessibility plans examiner. He received his Master’s degree from the University of Utah in Civil and Environmental Engineering and has years of experience in the structural design of a variety of building types. He currently serves as West Coast Code Consultants’ Utah Regional Manager, and leads his team with a strong focus on quality and service to jurisdictional clients. His expertise is frequently sought out as an approved ICC instructor and Mr. Snider is regularly invited to teach code classes to building official, design professional, and contractor organizations throughout the United States. He is fascinated by code and its various aspects, and he enjoys sharing his knowledge with others as they seek to establish safe and healthy communities for their citizens.
AIA Info
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This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: 2021 IRC Update for Utah
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This course highlights some of the significant changes since the 2015 IRC. Topics include state amendments and adoption procedures, code organization and layout, specific provisions of the 2021 IRC, and resources for additional learning.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to describe state procedures for adoption and enforcement of the 2021 International Residential Code and explain updates in Chapter 1 (Administrative Changes) and 2 (Definitions).
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to describe, reference and comply with significant changes to Chapters 3-5, Building Planning and Framing.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to describe, reference and comply with significant changes to Chapters 6-9, Shell Construction.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to describe, reference and comply with significant changes to requirements for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems in the 2021 IRC.
LUs: 7.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Some experience with residential design and construction
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 10/01/2024
Complaint Resolution Policy:
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