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A4) Safety Glazing and the ORSC &
Moisture and Energy Requirements for Homes
Sandra Hyde, PE, Managing Director, ICC Product Development
International Code Council (ICC)
Tuesday, April 15 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Portland South – Wilsonville, OR
Class Description
The first half of the course examines the safety glazing requirements of the 2023 Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC), by illustrating applications of the glazing provisions in various scenarios. Testing and labeling requirements are discussed, and examples of approved materials given. The seminar includes a discussion of unusual IBC applications of glazing as well as differences between Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC) and ORSC requirements.
The second half of the course will cover energy requirements and moisture issues for walls, crawl spaces and attics in residential homes. It will focus on differences between energy and wall covering requirements that may conflict and potential issues with sealing requirements in local climate zones. Crawl space requirements for vented and unvented spaces are compared. Issues with ventilation of auxiliary conditioned spaces are discussed.
Oregon-specific information will be incorporated into the presentation.
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 standards and testing behind the listing and label for safety glazing
- Know the differences between energy and wall covering requirements that may conflict and potential issues with sealing requirements in local climate zones.
About our Presenter
 Hyde is managing director of the International Code Council's Product Development Group where she develops books and seminars about the structural provisions of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, and International Existing Building Code. She has authored the Special Inspection Manual, co-authored the Significant Changes to the IBC and IRC series, and created seminars for each of these books as well as other structural topics. She holds an M.S. in Structural Engineering and M.Ed. in Education, as well as a P.E. license in California and Idaho.
Class Materials/Books (suggested to bring)
International Building Code (IBC)
Target Audience (who should attend)
Building Officials, Inspectors, Plans Examiners, Designers
Level of Expertise
Beginner and Intermediate
ICC Preferred Provider Program Continuing Education Credit
(ICC CEUs)
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 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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