Complying with Special Inspection Requirements in New York City
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Agenda
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Thursday, February 29, 2024
8:30 am – 4:00 pm EST
Presented by: Gregory C. Moormann, P.E., R.A.
History and Overview of Special Inspections
- Chapter 17 of the International Building Code
- Complying with requirements of NYC Department of Buildings
- Statement of special inspections
- Referenced standards
- Special inspector qualifications
- Testing and inspection agency accreditation
- Forms, schedules and agreements
- Pre-construction meeting
Soil and Foundation Inspections
- Existing soil conditions
- Site preparation
- Shallow foundations
- Deep foundations
Concrete and Masonry Construction Inspections
- Concrete reinforcement, placement, testing and inspection
- Curing concrete, hot- and cold-weather concrete
- Pre-stressed and precast concrete
- Masonry inspection frequency and material test methods
- Mortar, grout, unit placement and reinforcement
Steel Inspections
- Shop fabrication
- Structural steel welding
- Bolted connections
- Details
Structural Stability
- Alterations and partial demolition of structures
- Full demolition using mechanical means and methods or other means of demolition
- Construction operations influencing adjacent structures
- Excavations
Tenant Protection Plan Compliance
- Compliance of protections for occupied buildings during work
- Protection methods and necessities
- Exceptions and frequencies of conditions review
Material Standards and Load Tests
- Material Standards and Load Tests
- Design strength of materials and alternative test procedures
- In-situ load tests
- Pre-construction load tests
- Design strength of materials and alternative test procedures
- In-situ load tests
- Pre-construction load tests
Non-conformances, Final Reports and Ethical Issues
- Understanding inspector authority
- Resolving non-conformances
- Ethical responsibilities of parties
- Issuing and distributing final report
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Credits
Engineers
6.5 PDHs
Architects
6.5 CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.5 LU|HSW
ICC - International Code Council
.65 CEUs (Building)
Continuing Education Credit Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.5 PDHs for professional engineers and 6.5 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in New York. Professionals seeking continuing education credits in other states may be able to claim the hours earned at this event; 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 (AIA). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.5 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .65 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)
Speakers
Gregory C. Moormann, P.E., R.A.
ANCORA ENGINEERING, PLLC, in New York CityMr. Moormann, PE, RA, earned a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture degree and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He is dually a licensed as a registered architect and a licensed Professional Engineer in the States of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and other states and holds multiple professional affiliations and certifications. Mr. Moormann has spent a large portion of his 18+ year career involved in heavy construction and new building development in the New York City market under various capacities of geotechnical, excavations, demolition, remediation, and structural design works. Notable projects include MoMa Tower Verre; 432 Park Avenue; World Trade Center Towers 2, 3 & 4; 220 Central Park; Nordstrom Tower; and currently under construction 740 8th Avenue. Mr. Moormann has been directly involved with over 750 construction projects in the tri-state region. Additionally, he has held a technical director position in multiple engineering companies overseeing all special inspection operations. He is co-owner and principal of Ancora Engineering based out of mid-town Manhattan. Mr. Moormann also has his own private architecture and engineering practice focused on the local market around his New Jersey home.
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: Complying with Special Inspection Requirements in New York City
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This course will begin by providing learners with a history and overview of special inspections in New York City, including an analysis of chapter 17 of both the state and city building codes. The course will then explain soil, foundation, concrete, masonry, and steel inspections. The second half of the course focuses on the demolition and structural stability of existing buildings, material standards and load tests, non-conformances, final reports and ethical issues.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference and comply with the special inspection requirements of the NYC Department of Buildings, review applicable forms, schedules and agreements, and discuss special inspector qualifications.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to discuss concrete reinforcement, placement, testing, inspection, curing (in both hot and cold weather), and the benefits and applications of pre-stressed and precast concrete.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to analyze the design strength of materials, identify alternative test procedures, and perform in-situ load tests and pre-construction load tests.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to explain the inspector’s authority and job role, resolve non-conformances, and define the ethical responsibilities of the involved parties.
LUs: 6.5 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Experience with structural design and code compliance
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 01/08/2027
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