Agenda

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
9:00 am – 4:00 pm CST


History of and Applications for Exterior Decks
Presented by: C. Jackson

  • History of exterior living spaces
  • Decks vs. porches and patios
  • Development of modern residential and commercial decks

Structural Requirements for Decks
Presented by: C. Jackson

  • Complying with codes and standards:
    • International Building Code, International Residential Code and accessibility standards
    • Structural loads
    • Egress requirements

Deck Safety and Accessibility
Presented by: E. Reynard

  • Changes in elevation
  • Stairs
  • Ramps
  • Railings and handrails

Adding Fixtures and Structures
Presented by: E. Fronapfel

  • Options for shade and shelter
  • Outdoor enclosures
  • Built-in seating
  • Exterior heating/cooling options
  • Sound and lighting

Materials, Components and Sustainability
Presented by: E. Reynard & E. Fronapfel

  • Decking
  • Finishes
  • Reusing material
  • Sustainability
  • Case studies


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Credits

Engineers
6.0 PDHs

Architects
6.0 HSW CE Hours

AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.0 LU|HSW

Landscape Architects
6.0 HSW CE Hours

LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
6.0 HSW PDHs

ICC - International Code Council
.6 CEUs (Building)

 

Continuing Education Credit Information

This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.0 PDHs for professional engineers, 6.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects, and 6.0 HSW continuing education hours for landscape architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.

HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider No. 0004647), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700) and North Carolina (S-0130). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.

The Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.0 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to the LA CES.

The International Code Council has approved this event for .6 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).

Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).

On-Demand Credits

The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format may not be eligible for the same credits as the live presentation; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:

6.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
6.0 HSW PDHs (LA CES)

Speakers

Edward L. Fronapfel, MSCE, PE, CBIE, CFCC, Fellow NAFE

Chief Executive Officer, SBSA, LLC, A Charles Taylor Company

Mr. Fronapfel is the CEO and founder of SBSA who is now owned by Charles Taylor. The firm provides consulting regarding the construction, design, and quality assurance associated with new and existing structures. His expertise includes geo-hydrology, hydrology, development, civil engineering, structural engineering, building envelope, commissioning, and the interdisciplinary-required practices in the behavior of foundations, substructures, superstructures, and building envelopes in the as-built environment.

Mr. Fronapfel provides consulting to designers, builders, developers, attorneys, and real estate professionals. For over 30 years, his work has included ground-up construction and post-construction evaluation of thousands of structures across the United States. He is licensed in 39 states and Puerto Rico. The firm includes architects, engineers, construction managers, constructors, and reserve study specialists to allow the firm to provide the majority of consulting from in-house staff.

Mr. Fronapfel has been a Distinguished Lecturer for ASHRAE, is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Denver, Burns School, and a Lecturer for the College of Contract Management, U.K. He also is a speaker for a number of organizations including EEBA, DOE, AIA, HBA, ICC-Colorado, and others.

Mr. Fronapfel’s experience includes providing more than 700 depositions, hundreds of arbitrations, and more than 110 trial testimonies.
The materials provided herein are based on SBSA’s and his experience in the observation, evaluation, analysis, and reconstruction of properties that have experienced undesired serviceability and performance results.

Christina Jackson, PMO. CZA

Codes Compliance Inspector III

Ms. Jackson began her code career in Ohio back in 2005, so her code experience spans over 20 years. Ms. Jackson currently works for the City of Newport News and is a Certified Building Maintenance Official in Virginia. She is a member of the Virginia Building Code Official Association (VBCOA) and serves as VBCOA Education Chair which provides training for all 8 regions within Virginia and its stakeholders. As the VBCOA Education Chair, Ms. Jackson is always making connections with industry and profession colleagues to offer training locally and on a state level. As of September 2015, she is a founding board member of the Women in Code Enforcement and Development Virginia chapter and has been instrumental in getting the word out about women getting recognized for their contributions to building codes and inspections. Currently Ms. Jackson is the WICED of VA President since 2019. Ms. Jackson is also a member of the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials where she is a Certified Zoning Administrator. In August 2018, Ms. Jackson was appointed by Governor Ralph Northam to the State Technical Review Board, becoming the first African American female to serve in this capacity. Ms. Jackson also sits on the Permit Tech Nation Board of Directors. In 2017, she has been an instructor at Tidewater Community College, teaching the International Residential Code BLD 115. Ms. Jackson is a naval spouse. She has served as Navy Ombudsman and is a mother of three. 

Eldridge F. Reynard

 Certified Advanced Instructor, Jack Proctor Building Code Academy

Eldridge F. Reynard has over 5 years of experienced teaching and currently holds certifications as a Building Plan Examiner, Residential Building Inspector and Commercial Plumbing Inspector through ICC. Mr. Reynard also instructs on the residential plan review, commercial plan review and commercial building inspections.

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement:

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

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: Commercial and High-End Residential Deck Design and Construction

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This six-hour course is intended to assist learners in designing safe, code-compliant exterior decks. The course covers the history of and applications for exterior decks, structural requirements for decks, deck safety and accessibility, adding fixtures and structures, and the materials, components and sustainability.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to review structural requirements for decks, including structural loads and egress requirements, as prescribed by the International Building Code, the International Residential Code, and relevant accessibility standards.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to discuss deck safety and accessibility issues, including changes in elevation, stairs, ramps, railings and handrails.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to assess different fixtures and structures and how they are added to decks, including shade, shelter enclosures, built-in seating, exterior heating and cooling, sound and lighting.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to review the materials, components and sustainability of decks, including finishes and re-used materials.

LUs: 6.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSWs.

Prerequisites: None

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 08/22/2025

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.