B1) 2022 OSSC – Existing Buildings
Presented by: George Williams, MCP, CBO, Co-Founder, Building Code Solutions, Inc. (BCS)
Tuesday, September 30 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Holiday Inn Portland South – Wilsonville, OR (In-person / Full Day)
Class Description
While new construction is going on all around us, most permit applications received are in relation to existing buildings, whether they are undergoing tenant improvements, addition or changes in occupancy. This course will focus on the requirements of the 2023 OSSC in relation to existing buildings undergoing repairs, alterations, additions, or change in occupancy. The triggers to update key structural, fire & life safety, means of egress, and accessibility requirements will be discussed in detail. Requirements for moved structures and historic buildings will also be addressed.
Oregon-specific information will be incorporated into the presentation as appropriate.
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.
Learning Objectives
• Understand the differences between the three compliance methods outlined in Chapter 34 of the 2023 OSSC. • Identify the triggers that apply to repairs, alterations, additions and changes in occupancy. • Know what requirements apply to historic structures and moved buildings.
About our Presenter
George Williams, MCP, CBO, has been a 3rd party code professional since 2005, working with jurisdictions throughout the Western United States. His extensive experience includes various roles within building departments, such as building official and plans examiner for both commercial and residential projects. Mr. Williams has also contributed to the start-up of building departments and the implementation of permitting processes. He holds a master’s degree in construction management and boasts numerous ICC and IAPMO certifications, including Master Code Professional. An author of multiple ICC code publications, George is frequently invited to provide training to ICC chapters, sharing his expertise.
Class Materials/Books (suggested to bring)
OSSC (Oregon Structural Specialty Code) - current edition
Target Audience (who should attend)
Building officials, plans examiners, building inspectors, permit technicians and design professionals
Level of Expertise
Intermediate to Advanced
ICC Preferred Provider Program Continuing Education Credit (ICC 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 In-Person Contact hours / 0.6 CEUs
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.
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