B1) 2022 OSSC Multifamily Accessibility

Todd Snider, CBO, Regional Manager
West Coast Code Consultants (WC3)

Wednesday, April 16 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Portland South – Wilsonville, OR

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Class Description

This class will focus on the specific accessibility requirements for multifamily dwellings including townhouses, apartments, hotels, and congregate living facilities.  It will provide an overview of FHA and ADA requirements and how they are incorporated into the building code.

It will highlight what features are required to be accessible in various types of multifamily projects and the extent of accessibility requirements. It will go into detail of the requirements of ICC A117.1 for Accessible, Type A, and Type B units. It outlines when each type of unit should be used and highlights the differences between these types of units.

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 number of Type Accessible, A, or B units required
  • Provide an overview of the different requirements for accessible units
  • Discuss how FHA and ADA Federal Guidelines influence design

About our Presenter

Mr. Snider is a licensed structural engineer in multiple states, an ICC certified building official and a certified building, mechanical, energy, and accessibility plans examiner. He received his Master’s degree from the University of Utah in Civil and Environmental Engineering and has years of experience in the structural design of a variety of building types. He currently serves as West Coast Code Consultants' Utah Regional Manager and leads his team with a strong focus on quality and service to jurisdictional clients. His expertise is frequently sought out as an approved ICC instructor and Todd is regularly invited to teach code classes to building official, design professional, and contractor organizations throughout the United States. He is fascinated by code and its various aspects and enjoys sharing his knowledge with others as they seek to establish safe and healthy communities for their citizens.

Class Materials/Books (suggested to bring)

2022 OSSC (Oregon Structural Specialty Code) and ICC A117.1-17 

Target Audience (who should attend)

Building Officials, Inspectors, Plans Examiners, Architects, Fire Marshals

Level of Expertise

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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