B1) OSSC Commercial Accessibility
Todd Snider, PE, SE, CBO, Regional Manager / Associate
West Coast Code Consultants
Wednesday, April 8 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Portland South – Wilsonville, OR
Class Description
This course focuses on the accessibility requirements of the IBC and ICC/ANSI A117.1. It also includes a discusses the accessibility requirements for existing structures undergoing additions, alterations, or change of use. It covers requirements for commercial buildings including features and facilities.
Some time is spent in addressing specific provisions of ICC A117.1-09 regarding clear floor spaces for fixtures and appliances and accessible routes. Finally, this course will discuss the accessible means of egress requirements of the IBC.
Oregon amendments/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 applicability of ADAAG, OSSC, and ICC A117.1
• Review accessibility upgrade triggers for existing buildings
• Overview of accessibility requirements in new buildings
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)
OSSC (Oregon Structural Specialty Code); ICC A117.1
Target Audience (who should attend)
Building Plan Reviewers, Contractors, Building Inspectors, Architects
Level of Expertise
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
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