D1.1) 2023 ORSC – Decks and Accessory Structures
Presented by: Chris Kimball, PE, SE, FPE, MCP, Co-Founder, Building Code Solutions, Inc. (BCS)
Thursday, October 2 | 9 am – 12 pm/Noon
(Virtual Half Day / Morning ONLY)
Class Description
The purpose of this half-day course is to assist attendees in understanding key structural requirements outlined in the ORSC in relation to residential decks and residential accessory structures. Over 6,000 injuries occur in the U.S. every year due to deck failures. This course will show what the structural requirements for decks are and will also outline the braced wall and other structural requirements included in the ORSC for accessory structures such as detached garages and sheds.
Oregon-specific information will be incorporated into the presentation as appropriate.
Class begins promptly at 9:00 am and ends by 12:00 pm/Noon and offers three hours of ICC Preferred Provider continuing education units/credit. Zoom link/access and other important info including handouts will be emailed 24 hours in advance.
Learning Objectives
• Understand the structural requirements for residential decks.
• Understand the braced wall provisions of the 2023 ORSC.
• Understand key connection and load path requirements for accessory structures.
About our Presenter
Chris Kimball, PE, SE, FPE, MCP, is a licensed civil, structural, and fire protection engineer and an International Code Council (ICC) Master Code Professional. He holds multiple certifications from the ICC, including building official and fire code official, and has a master’s degree focused on structural engineering. With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Kimball has conducted plan reviews for thousands of projects across the United States. As an approved ICC instructor, he frequently provides training to local ICC chapters and design professional organizations.
Class Materials/Books (suggested to reference)
2022 ORSC (Oregon Residential Specialty Code)
Target Audience (who should attend)
Building officials, plans examiners, building inspectors, permit technicians and design professionals
Level of Expertise
Beginner to Intermediate
ICC Preferred Provider Program Continuing Education Credit
(ICC CEUs)
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 ICC PPP CEUs: 3 Online Contact hours / 0.3 CEUs
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