Agenda

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
8:30 am – 3:30 pm MST 

 

Distinguishing between Construction Defects and Failures
Presented by: C. Miller

  • An overview of the Idaho construction industry
    • Contractor registration / licensing
    • Building codes
    • “Accepted standard of care in the practice of construction in Idaho”
  • Defining defects
    • Construction defects defined
    • Causes of defects: design problems, materials, and workmanship
    • Identifying design and construction practices that could increase/decrease the likelihood of defects
      • Construction drawings
      • Scopes of work and specifications
      • Manufacturer’s installation instructions
  • Defining failures
    • Causes of failures: failure to comply with building codes, failure to follow manufacturer’s instructions, deterioration, unintended use, and “acts of God”
    • Identifying practices that can increase/decrease the likelihood of failures
      • Selecting a contractor
      • Asking questions
      • Independent 3rd party inspection

Examining Common Defects and Failures
Presented by: C. Miller

  • Analyzing defects and failures for methodology and causality
    • Site selection and engineering
    • Building design
    • Foundation design and construction
    • Design and construction of floors, walls and roofing
    • Exploring defects and failures in mechanical and electrical systems

Adopting Practices that Reduce Defects and Failures
Presented by: T. Boeck

  • Reviewing proposed use and preparing construction documents
  • Complying with building codes and standards
  • Choosing materials and construction techniques
  • Construction site communication, coordination and other practices that minimize problems
  • Monitoring construction
  • Quality assurance and quality control
  • Correcting problems before project completion
  • Building commissioning, operation and maintenance

Preventing and Resolving Disputes Generated by Defects and Failures
Presented by: T. Boeck

  • Identifying parties with potential liability
  • Understanding theories of liability and defenses to liability
  • Acting to remediate defects/failures
  • Participating in conflict resolution procedures
  • Reviewing types of damages and how they are calculated
  • Insurance coverage issues

   

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Credits

Engineers
6.0 PDHs

Architects
6.0 HSW CE Hours

AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.0 LU|HSW

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 and 6.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in Idaho.

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 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)

Speakers

Tamara L. Boeck

Partner, Stoel Rives LLP

From “concept through completion” or “dirt to done,” clients have come to rely on Tami Boeck for her pragmatic business approach and 30 years of experience representing a wide variety of clients in all areas of project development. Tami routinely advises owners, developers, and general contractors, primarily in California, Idaho, and Nevada. Whether it is advising clients regarding development insurance risks and coverage disputes, pre-project and project contracting risk management (RM) advice relating to project design and development or construction, or dispute resolution in ADR or litigation, she approaches each matter with a focus on the client’s goal and best interests, utilizing a broad range of practical knowledge for her client’s benefit in mitigating disputes or representing clients in litigation where necessary. Tami’s early background representing insurers in coverage claims has also served her policy-holder clients well regarding project protection and in coverage analysis or disputes. Clients retain Tami for advice on wide-ranging projects, including commercial, all types of residential and mixed-use projects, food processing facilities, as well as construction-related aspects of energy-related developments such as oil and gas, mining, solar, wind, geothermal, biofuel, wastewater treatment, along with other industrial facility development. In addition to counseling her clients on ways to avoid protracted litigation through thoughtful negotiations and effective contracts with risk management processes, she handles construction claims and disputes to resolution, through negotiation and mediation to litigation or arbitration. Tami’s advice for clients also encompasses recommendations and handling of significant business conflicts, addressing project delays, disputes over workmanship and performance deficiency claims, as well as those matters involving various state licensing/lien/bond laws, insurance coverage disagreements with insurers, and claims involving toxic tort, product liability, and catastrophic injuries. With her depth of experience, Tami is able to assist and protect her clients when a pragmatic business resolution is not available. Tami previously served for five years as chair of the firm’s Real Estate, Development & Construction group. For many years, she also served as a member of Stoel Rives’ Pro Bono Committee and Coaching and Mentoring Committee. Before joining Stoel Rives, Tami was a shareholder for eight years at another West Coast regional law firm. She was also one of the founders of that firm’s California offices and its subsequent Nevada offices and served as shareholder-in-charge of its former primary California office.

Chuck Miller

Chuck Miller Consulting, LLC

Mr. Miller has over 55 years of construction industry experience. He is a nationally recognized design-build custom home builder and remodeler, owner of Chuck Miller Consulting LLC and Chuck Miller Education Services LLC, author of Plan to Profit: Business Planning for Builders and Remodelers, and former president and CEO of Chuck Miller Construction Inc. The residential construction industry is important to the financial health of the nation. However, small businesses in the construction industry have the second highest failure rate of all industries. Chuck wrote Plan to Profit: Business Planning for Builders and Remodelers to share his knowledge and expertise with other construction industry professionals with the goal of decreasing that failure rate. As Chuck Miller Consulting LLC, Chuck provides business planning and coaching, construction mediation and arbitration services, aging-in-place design consultation, construction project management for owner-builders, initial decision maker services, and expert witness services. His clients are small volume builders, remodelers, and construction trade contractors; owner-builders undertaking residential or light commercial construction projects; government licensing boards, and attorneys specializing in construction-related issues. Chuck Miller Consulting’s clients include the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses Contractors Board. From November 2010 through June 2022, Chuck reviewed 572 consumer complaints against contractors and rendered his written professional opinion on the quality of the contractor’s workmanship and compliance with Idaho building codes, statutes, rules and code of ethics governing construction in the state. Chuck is a Construction Disputes Resolution Services certified construction mediator, arbitrator, and dispute resolution board member and an associate member of the American Bar Association.

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: Preventing and Addressing Construction Defects and Failures in Idaho

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This six-hour course will explain what constitutes a construction defect and failure and the differences between them, examine common defects and failures, provide a wide range of practices that reduce defects and failures, and discusses the resolution process for disputes generated by these defects and failures.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to define construction defects and failures, identify their causes, and explain the differences between them.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to describe the procedures for examining and analyzing common construction defects and failures for methodology and causality.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to adopt practices that reduce defects and failures, such as complying with building codes, choosing quality materials, monitoring construction, and commissioning.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to discuss how disputes generated by construction defects and failures are commonly resolved, such as mediation, arbitration and litigation.

LUs: 6.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSWs.

Prerequisites: Familiarity with construction practices and techniques

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 01/23/2027

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.