Fire and Life Safety Track

B1) 2021 IRC Essentials
Presented by Sandra Hyde, PE, Managing Director and Senion Staff Engineer, International Code Council (ICC)

Tuesday, October 31 | 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Embassy Suites Portland Washington Square - Tigard

The Chemeketa Chapter of the ICC and OBOA have partnered and proudly co-sponsor this class!

Class Description:

This class examines basic concepts of the 2021 International Residential Code® (IRC®). These concepts provide a basis for the correct utilization of the code. A clear understanding of the identified requirements allows the code user to apply the IRC in specific situations and helps to build an understanding of the intent of the code when asked to make a judgment on code compliance. This course will also help the code user to correctly locate code requirements. It will also provide a basis for the correct use and application of the code as well as to begin to develop a procedure for applying them.

This course will incorporate the Oregon amendments applicable to the code. Ms. Hyde has spoken at many OBOA educational events to rave reviews and we are excited to have her back!

Class begins promptly at 8:30 am and ends by 4:00 pm and offers six hours of continuing education units/credit. A hot breakfast and lunch, all-day coffee and refreshments will be provided to registered attendees.

About our Presenter:

Sandra Hyde, P.E. is the Managing Director and Staff Engineer with the ICC Product Development Group where she develops and reviews technical resources dealing with the structural provisions of the codes. Sandra has developed technical seminars for the IBC and IRC highlighting code changes. She has experience in manufacturing and research with an engineered wood products company. With a Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering, Sandra is a Registered Civil Engineer in Idaho and California, a member of the Structural Engineers Association of Idaho and the local and state chapters of building officials.

Learning Objectives:

• Explain the fundamental provisions of the 2021 IRC.
• Locate general topics and applicable tables in the 2021 IRC.
• Define terms essential for correct code interpretation.
• Identify the code that relates to the design, construction or inspection of residential building.

Class Materials/Books to Reference:

• Recommended - Residential Code Essentials, 2021 Edition® 2021 Edition (IRC®)
• Recommended - 2021 International Residential Code® (IRC®)

Target Audience:

Building Officials, Inspectors, Plans Examiners, Code Specialists, Code Enforcement

Level of Expertise:

Beginner and Intermediate

ICC Preferred Provider Program Continuing Education Credit (ICC PPP CEUs):

OBOA is proud to be an approved International Code Council (ICC) Preferred Provider. ICC certificate holders must obtain a specified number of CEUs every three years in order to maintain their certifications and a portion of these CEUs must be obtained through Preferred Provider or ICC training. The Preferred Provider Program recognizes and promotes ICC-approved educational offerings as they relate to codes, standards and guidelines, as well as building construction materials, products and methods. ICC certificate holders may obtain ICC CEUs from Preferred Providers that can be applied toward the renewal requirements of ICC’s certification program.

ICC PPP CEUs: 6 hours / 0.6 CEUs / Course #: 1010-30175

AIA approved: IC10213 / HSW: eligible

An ICC CEU is a continuing education unit; each 10 clock hours of continuing education equals 1 CEU. Our typical one-day seminar has 6 hours of instruction, or 0.6 CEUs. Participation in all OBOA courses meet the needs for International Code Council (ICC) certification renewal continuing education credits as noted for each class. Please check with your appropriate jurisdiction and/or institution regarding your specific continuing education credit needs.