Washington State Building Code and Washington State Existing Building Code
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Agenda
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Day One: Tuesday, February 13, 2024
10:00 am – 3:00 pm PST (including a 60-min. break)
Day Two: Wednesday, February 14, 2024
10:00 am – 3:00 pm PST (including a 60-min. break)
Presented by Samir Mokashi
Agenda Day One:
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm PST
WSBC Code Development, Administrative Sections, Occupancy, Special Use Groups, Construction Type (Including Mass Timber)
- Review the code change, code adoption, and amendment process
- Provide an overview of the key occupancies and special uses, with real project illustrations
- Review different construction types with a focus on Mass Timber Type IV A/B/C. Using project examples explain the pros and cons of design decisions
- Review the significant changes in the base 2021 IBC relative to topics above and corresponding state and local amendments
WSBC Allowable Area Height and Stories, Fire Resistance, Fire Protection
- Provide an overview of the key concepts of building area, height, and stories
- Provide examples of how to calculate mixed occupancies, non-separate uses, and accessory uses
- Provide and overview of the fire walls, fire/smoke barriers, and fire/smoke partitions and opening protections
- Review specific construction requirements and unique challenges in the application of fire resistant assemblies
- Provide an overview of the sprinkler and alarm requirements
- Review the significant changes in the base 2021 IBC relative to topics above and corresponding state and local amendments
Agenda Day One:
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm PST
WSBC Means of Egress, Accessibility, Plumbing Fixtures
- Provide an overview of the core concepts of means of egress and then go in to details of application using specific examples
- Provide and overview of the accessibility requirements, we won’t go into the details in the interest of time.
- Provide examples of how to calculate minimum required plumbing fixtures, including gender neutral facilities.
- Review the significant changes in the base 2021 IBC relative to topics above and corresponding state and local amendments
WSEBC – Overview of Existing Building Code Provisions
- Provide and overview of the various chapters and how to use them
- Give examples of prescriptive methods and how it works
- Explain the work area method and how to use it
- Clarify the special chapters for change of use, addition, historical buildings, and performance compliance method
- Review the significant changes in the base 2021 IEBC relative to topics above and corresponding state and local amendments
Agenda Day One:
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm PST
WSBC Means of Egress, Accessibility, Plumbing Fixtures
- Provide an overview of the core concepts of means of egress and then go in to details of application using specific examples
- Provide and overview of the accessibility requirements, we won’t go into the details in the interest of time.
- Provide examples of how to calculate minimum required plumbing fixtures, including gender neutral facilities.
- Review the significant changes in the base 2021 IBC relative to topics above and corresponding state and local amendments
WSEBC – Overview of Existing Building Code Provisions
- Provide and overview of the various chapters and how to use them
- Give examples of prescriptive methods and how it works
- Explain the work area method and how to use it
- Clarify the special chapters for change of use, addition, historical buildings, and performance compliance method
- Review the significant changes in the base 2021 IEBC relative to topics above and corresponding state and local amendments
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Credits
Engineers
8.0 PDHs
Architects
8.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
8.0 LU|HSW
ICC - International Code Council
.8 CEUs (Building)
Continuing Education Credit Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 8.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in Washington. This course also provides an 8.0-hour learning opportunity for licensed engineers in Washington, who are not subject to continuing education requirements.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 8.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .8 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:
8.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Samir Mokashi
Code Unlimited/Jensen HughesSamir Mokashi is a Senior Director and Global Service Line Leader for Codes and Performance Based Design Services at Jensen Hughes Inc., a global code consulting firm with over 1,500 employees. He is leading the charge in expanding the knowledge and use of mass timber throughout the US while engaging in code development at local and national levels. His code expertise spans across multiple market sectors including aviation facilities, high tech manufacturing, hazardous materials, healthcare, residential, commercial, civic, institutional, retail, storage, and educational facilities. Mr. Mokashi is highly regarded for his ability to develop custom solutions to resolve complex design challenges, safely and cost effectively. He is a sought-after speaker, accredited educator, and a valued mentor to young professionals and minority businesses. The depth of his knowledge and strong communication skills have earned him wide respect from building officials, developers, architects, and engineers.
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Course Title: Washington State Building Code and Washington State Existing Building Code
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This eight-hour course analyzes specific sections and chapters of the Washington State Building Code and the Washington State Existing Building Code. Topics of focus include fire resistance, fire protection, allowable area and height, means of egress, accessibility and plumbing.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to review the proper utilization of fire walls, fire/smoke barriers, and fire/smoke partitions.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to discuss the core concepts of means of egress and the details of application using specific examples.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to examine specific construction requirements and the unique challenges in the application of fire-resistant assemblies.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to determine how to calculate mixed occupancies, non-separate uses, and accessory uses.
LUs: 8.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with code compliance concepts
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date:10/17/2026
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