CEU's and Certificate of Completions are NOT included in this free webinar. This course does not qualify as part of the IFC Continuing Education Program and is for informational purposes ONLY. This is not an ICC accredited course.
This course is meant for code officials, fire officials, plumbing and mechanical organizations, architects and contractors.
"Authorities Having Jurisdiction” (AHJ) is someone charged with enforcing the adopted building and fire codes. This webinar will specifically cover the International Building Code firestop requirements, and the fire test and inspection standards referenced within.
The webinar includes the following topics:
- What is firestopping, why is it required?
- Code requirements (overview)
- How firestop systems are tested and rated
- Through-Penetration firestop systems
- Membrane penetration firestop systems
- Fire resistant joint systems
- Perimeter fire containment systems (edge-of-slab joints)
- Duct enclosure systems
- Understanding the UL fire resistance directories
- Firestop installation options
- Engineering judgments
- Special inspections and special inspectors
- Recognizing firestop installation problems
- Plan review and inspection process recommendations
- Notable changes in IBC 2009, 2012, 2015
- IFC-recommended firestop inspection techniques
Curriculum
IFC Firestop 108 On-Demand: Firestop inspection and plan review
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- Introduction
- Overview of Fire Compartmentation (22:44)
- Through Penetration Systems (48:57)
- Membrane Penetrations (8:38)
- Fire Resistive Joint Systems (32:28)
- Perimeter Fire Barrier Systems (39:05)
- Duct Enclosure Systems (31:49)
- Understanding the Online Certification Directories (20:09)
- Special Inspection (50:08)
- Engineering Judgments (15:14)
- Inspection Tips and Techniques (64:39)
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