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Instructors: Sarah Carter and Christine Reed
Presented by: I.C.C.

Lithium-ion batteries are rapidly changing how communities store energy, power transportation, and support infrastructure. For building and fire officials, this shift introduces unprecedented challenges in hazard recognition, plan review, and field inspections. This dynamic session delivers a critical overview of battery hazards, common commercial and residential applications, and practical enforcement strategies. Participants will master hazard recognition, explore project evaluation across diverse occupancies, and gain early insight into the upcoming 2027 code updates to keep their jurisdictions safe and resilient.

Learning objectives:
- Analyze the rapidly shifting lithium-ion battery landscape impacting local communities.
- Identify and mitigate critical battery hazards, including thermal runaway and toxic off-gassing.
- Apply current regulatory frameworks to complex energy storage projects.
- Evaluate battery project plan submittals across residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies.
- Implement defensible, practical enforcement and inspection strategies in the field.

About the instructors:
Christine Reed is Senior Program Manager, Fire and Disaster Mitigation, at the International Code Council. She brings 32 years of decorated fire service experience to the classroom, concluding her operational career as Battalion Chief-Fire Marshal. She holds a bachelor's degree in Fire Science Management along with numerous state certifications in fire prevention and fire investigation.

Sarah Carter is Senior Program Manager, Fire and Disaster Mitigation, at the International Code Council.

Instructors: Sarah Carter and Christine Reed
Presented by: I.C.C.

Lithium-ion batteries are rapidly changing how communities store energy, power transportation, and support infrastructure. For building and fire officials, this shift introduces unprecedented challenges in hazard recognition, plan review, and field inspections. This dynamic session delivers a critical overview of battery hazards, common commercial and residential applications, and practical enforcement strategies. Participants will master hazard recognition, explore project evaluation across diverse occupancies, and gain early insight into the upcoming 2027 code updates to keep their jurisdictions safe and resilient.

Learning objectives:
- Analyze the rapidly shifting lithium-ion battery landscape impacting local communities.
- Identify and mitigate critical battery hazards, including thermal runaway and toxic off-gassing.
- Apply current regulatory frameworks to complex energy storage projects.
- Evaluate battery project plan submittals across residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies.
- Implement defensible, practical enforcement and inspection strategies in the field.

About the instructors:
Christine Reed is Senior Program Manager, Fire and Disaster Mitigation, at the International Code Council. She brings 32 years of decorated fire service experience to the classroom, concluding her operational career as Battalion Chief-Fire Marshal. She holds a bachelor's degree in Fire Science Management along with numerous state certifications in fire prevention and fire investigation.

Sarah Carter is Senior Program Manager, Fire and Disaster Mitigation, at the International Code Council.

Instructor: Mike Spry

Instructor: Scott Ryan

This session shows how the City of Cincinnati built its award-winning, OBBS-endorsed Building Inspector Academy, which takes people with no trade background and trains them to become certified inspectors, plan examiners, and building officials. It walks through the curriculum and the roadmap behind the program so other Ohio jurisdictions can build one of their own.

Instructor: Scott Ryan

This session shows how the City of Cincinnati built its award-winning, OBBS-endorsed Building Inspector Academy, which takes people with no trade background and trains them to become certified inspectors, plan examiners, and building officials. It walks through the curriculum and the roadmap behind the program so other Ohio jurisdictions can build one of their own.

Instructors: Carla Relitz and Ed Lisinski, P.E.
Presented by: ClarkDietrich and American Wood Council
Length: 2 hours

Whether you're new to cold-formed steel framing or just want to sharpen your eye in the field, this session is built for you. It covers the fundamentals, including industry nomenclature, IBC requirements, and common field challenges, so you can plan, review, and inspect with confidence. Practical takeaways and Q&A included.

Learning objectives:
- Industry nomenclature and how to read cold-formed steel framing designations
- Key 2024 IBC requirements for manufacturing tolerances, minimum thickness, and protective coatings
- How to identify and interpret fire-rated assembly requirements
- Common field challenges and how to spot deviations from approved plans

Instructors: Carla Relitz and Ed Lisinski, P.E.
Presented by: ClarkDietrich and American Wood Council
Length: 2 hours

Whether you're new to cold-formed steel framing or just want to sharpen your eye in the field, this session is built for you. It covers the fundamentals, including industry nomenclature, IBC requirements, and common field challenges, so you can plan, review, and inspect with confidence. Practical takeaways and Q&A included.

Learning objectives:
- Industry nomenclature and how to read cold-formed steel framing designations
- Key 2024 IBC requirements for manufacturing tolerances, minimum thickness, and protective coatings
- How to identify and interpret fire-rated assembly requirements
- Common field challenges and how to spot deviations from approved plans

Instructors: Carla Relitz and Ed Lisinski, P.E.
Presented by: ClarkDietrich and American Wood Council
Length: 2 hours

Whether you're new to cold-formed steel framing or just want to sharpen your eye in the field, this session is built for you. It covers the fundamentals, including industry nomenclature, IBC requirements, and common field challenges, so you can plan, review, and inspect with confidence. Practical takeaways and Q&A included.

Learning objectives:
- Industry nomenclature and how to read cold-formed steel framing designations
- Key 2024 IBC requirements for manufacturing tolerances, minimum thickness, and protective coatings
- How to identify and interpret fire-rated assembly requirements
- Common field challenges and how to spot deviations from approved plans

Instructors: Carla Relitz and Ed Lisinski, P.E.
Presented by: ClarkDietrich and American Wood Council
Length: 2 hours

Whether you're new to cold-formed steel framing or just want to sharpen your eye in the field, this session is built for you. It covers the fundamentals, including industry nomenclature, IBC requirements, and common field challenges, so you can plan, review, and inspect with confidence. Practical takeaways and Q&A included.

Learning objectives:
- Industry nomenclature and how to read cold-formed steel framing designations
- Key 2024 IBC requirements for manufacturing tolerances, minimum thickness, and protective coatings
- How to identify and interpret fire-rated assembly requirements
- Common field challenges and how to spot deviations from approved plans

Instructor: Brian House
Presented by: Mike Holt Enterprises

Electrical safety is non-negotiable, and real-world application of the National Electrical Code requires absolute clarity. This dynamic two-day course bridges the gap between field reality and official enforcement. It is designed for building inspectors, electrical inspectors, electricians, and electrical contractors. This fast-paced training goes beyond memorizing rules, breaking complex requirements down into practical, visual concepts using top-tier illustrations. The primary focus is the 2023 NEC.

Learning objectives:
- Master the core intent behind essential NEC articles to eliminate guesswork on the job site.
- Align installations with inspection expectations.
- Keep current projects fully compliant with the 2023 NEC.
- Preview critical updates in the 2026 NEC to stay ahead of future enforcement trends.

Instructor: Brian House
Presented by: Mike Holt Enterprises

Electrical safety is non-negotiable, and real-world application of the National Electrical Code requires absolute clarity. This dynamic two-day course bridges the gap between field reality and official enforcement. It is designed for building inspectors, electrical inspectors, electricians, and electrical contractors. This fast-paced training goes beyond memorizing rules, breaking complex requirements down into practical, visual concepts using top-tier illustrations. The primary focus is the 2023 NEC.

Learning objectives:
- Master the core intent behind essential NEC articles to eliminate guesswork on the job site.
- Align installations with inspection expectations.
- Keep current projects fully compliant with the 2023 NEC.
- Preview critical updates in the 2026 NEC to stay ahead of future enforcement trends.

Instructor: Brian House
Presented by: Mike Holt Enterprises

Electrical safety is non-negotiable, and real-world application of the National Electrical Code requires absolute clarity. This dynamic two-day course bridges the gap between field reality and official enforcement. It is designed for building inspectors, electrical inspectors, electricians, and electrical contractors. This fast-paced training goes beyond memorizing rules, breaking complex requirements down into practical, visual concepts using top-tier illustrations. The primary focus is the 2023 NEC.

Learning objectives:
- Master the core intent behind essential NEC articles to eliminate guesswork on the job site.
- Align installations with inspection expectations.
- Keep current projects fully compliant with the 2023 NEC.
- Preview critical updates in the 2026 NEC to stay ahead of future enforcement trends.

Instructor: Brian House
Presented by: Mike Holt Enterprises

Electrical safety is non-negotiable, and real-world application of the National Electrical Code requires absolute clarity. This dynamic two-day course bridges the gap between field reality and official enforcement. It is designed for building inspectors, electrical inspectors, electricians, and electrical contractors. This fast-paced training goes beyond memorizing rules, breaking complex requirements down into practical, visual concepts using top-tier illustrations. The primary focus is the 2023 NEC.

Learning objectives:
- Master the core intent behind essential NEC articles to eliminate guesswork on the job site.
- Align installations with inspection expectations.
- Keep current projects fully compliant with the 2023 NEC.
- Preview critical updates in the 2026 NEC to stay ahead of future enforcement trends.

Instructor: Chip Updyke

This course gives elevator contractors, inspectors, building officials, and tradespeople a working understanding of the components of the elevator industry. It covers state codes and manufacturers' installation instructions for various systems, elevator history, terminology, and safety, and the cross-cutting topics between elevator standards and building codes.

Learning objectives:
- Discuss the terminology related to the elevator code.
- Discuss elevator safety.
- Get an overview of elevator inspections.
- Discuss the standards and codes that create safe elevator operation and maintenance.

Instructor: Jason Corwin

This class helps fire officials, building officials, fire investigators, and inspectors work through the updates in the 2025 Fire Code. It offers a complete and comprehensive discussion to help fire and building officials handle complex and questionable circumstances in their jurisdictions. A shared understanding of the Fire Code and the 2024 Ohio Building Code supports collaborative, cohesive outcomes and enhances public safety.

Learning objectives:
- Discuss and understand the Fire Code updates.
- Understand how the Fire Code and Building Code apply to various existing and new construction situations.
- Understand adjudication orders and other measures that ensure public safety and help eliminate hazardous conditions.
- Communicate the prescriptive requirements of the Fire and Building Codes to developers, contractors, and owners, with all officials working together.

Instructor: Jason Corwin

This class helps fire officials, building officials, fire investigators, and inspectors work through the updates in the 2025 Fire Code. It offers a complete and comprehensive discussion to help fire and building officials handle complex and questionable circumstances in their jurisdictions. A shared understanding of the Fire Code and the 2024 Ohio Building Code supports collaborative, cohesive outcomes and enhances public safety.

Learning objectives:
- Discuss and understand the Fire Code updates.
- Understand how the Fire Code and Building Code apply to various existing and new construction situations.
- Understand adjudication orders and other measures that ensure public safety and help eliminate hazardous conditions.
- Communicate the prescriptive requirements of the Fire and Building Codes to developers, contractors, and owners, with all officials working together.

Instructor: Wil Beckwith, P.E.
Presented by: Terracon

Every great structure rests on a foundation of critical assumptions. For building inspectors, code officials, architects, and engineers, the gap between a geotechnical report and the open excavation trench is where structural integrity is won or lost. This intensive session deepens your technical mastery of Ohio Building Code (OBC) Chapters 17, 18, and 19. Participants will trace the entire lifecycle of a foundation project, learning to cross-reference design intent with real-world field conditions.

Learning objectives:
- Analyze environmental risks: Recognize when shifting soil and groundwater conditions threaten long-term foundation performance.
- Audit geotechnical reports: Master the specific, essential data points that must appear in a compliant geotechnical document.
- Evaluate shallow foundations: Pinpoint key recommendations, including allowable bearing pressure, embedment depth, bearing material, expected settlement, overexcavation limits, and mandatory inspection oversight.
- Connect OBC Chapter 17: Link special inspection mandates to soil bearing capacities, engineered fill placement, deep foundation installations, and structural concrete performance.

Instructor: Wil Beckwith, P.E.
Presented by: Terracon

Every great structure rests on a foundation of critical assumptions. For building inspectors, code officials, architects, and engineers, the gap between a geotechnical report and the open excavation trench is where structural integrity is won or lost. This intensive session deepens your technical mastery of Ohio Building Code (OBC) Chapters 17, 18, and 19. Participants will trace the entire lifecycle of a foundation project, learning to cross-reference design intent with real-world field conditions.

Learning objectives:
- Analyze environmental risks: Recognize when shifting soil and groundwater conditions threaten long-term foundation performance.
- Audit geotechnical reports: Master the specific, essential data points that must appear in a compliant geotechnical document.
- Evaluate shallow foundations: Pinpoint key recommendations, including allowable bearing pressure, embedment depth, bearing material, expected settlement, overexcavation limits, and mandatory inspection oversight.
- Connect OBC Chapter 17: Link special inspection mandates to soil bearing capacities, engineered fill placement, deep foundation installations, and structural concrete performance.

Instructor: Wil Beckwith, P.E.
Presented by: Terracon

Every great structure rests on a foundation of critical assumptions. For building inspectors, code officials, architects, and engineers, the gap between a geotechnical report and the open excavation trench is where structural integrity is won or lost. This intensive session deepens your technical mastery of Ohio Building Code (OBC) Chapters 17, 18, and 19. Participants will trace the entire lifecycle of a foundation project, learning to cross-reference design intent with real-world field conditions.

Learning objectives:
- Analyze environmental risks: Recognize when shifting soil and groundwater conditions threaten long-term foundation performance.
- Audit geotechnical reports: Master the specific, essential data points that must appear in a compliant geotechnical document.
- Evaluate shallow foundations: Pinpoint key recommendations, including allowable bearing pressure, embedment depth, bearing material, expected settlement, overexcavation limits, and mandatory inspection oversight.
- Connect OBC Chapter 17: Link special inspection mandates to soil bearing capacities, engineered fill placement, deep foundation installations, and structural concrete performance.

Instructor: Wil Beckwith, P.E.
Presented by: Terracon

Every great structure rests on a foundation of critical assumptions. For building inspectors, code officials, architects, and engineers, the gap between a geotechnical report and the open excavation trench is where structural integrity is won or lost. This intensive session deepens your technical mastery of Ohio Building Code (OBC) Chapters 17, 18, and 19. Participants will trace the entire lifecycle of a foundation project, learning to cross-reference design intent with real-world field conditions.

Learning objectives:
- Analyze environmental risks: Recognize when shifting soil and groundwater conditions threaten long-term foundation performance.
- Audit geotechnical reports: Master the specific, essential data points that must appear in a compliant geotechnical document.
- Evaluate shallow foundations: Pinpoint key recommendations, including allowable bearing pressure, embedment depth, bearing material, expected settlement, overexcavation limits, and mandatory inspection oversight.
- Connect OBC Chapter 17: Link special inspection mandates to soil bearing capacities, engineered fill placement, deep foundation installations, and structural concrete performance.

Clean Agent Fire Suppression
Instructor: Todd VanGorder

This course focuses on significant challenges facing clean agent fire suppression systems today, including the noise factor, environmental regulations, manufacturing challenges, and an ever-changing set of hazards that need protection. It walks through the history of clean agents and the impact PFAS and forever chemicals have had on the industry, including issues affecting foam fire protection products, even though foam is not a clean agent. The course closes with a look at what future clean agent rules and regulations might look like, along with emerging agents and technologies.

Course outline:
- Quick review of clean agents: definition, examples, and function
- History of clean agents
- Challenges facing the industry, including environmental concerns

About the instructor:
Todd VanGorder is Director of Training at Silco Fire & Security and has more than 35 years of experience in the fire protection industry. He holds Ohio State Fire Marshal installer licenses for fire alarm, fire extinguishers, fire sprinklers and standpipes, and pre-engineered and engineered suppression systems, and is a certified fire inspector for the State of Ohio. He holds a B.B.S. designer license for both fire alarm and fire suppression design, is NICET Level IV in both fire alarm and fire suppression, and carries 5 NICET certifications. He serves as a NICET SME and sits on the NFPA Gaseous Agent Technical Committee.

Mastering Fire Alarm Systems: NFPA 72 (2022) and the 2024 Ohio Building Code
Instructor: Matt Beiderman

Life safety enforcement demands absolute precision. This advanced course reviews critical updates in NFPA 72 (2022) compared to the 2013 edition previously referenced under the Ohio Building Code (OBC). It is designed for plan examiners, building officials, inspectors, fire inspectors, and installers. Participants will analyze the int

Clean Agent Fire Suppression
Instructor: Todd VanGorder

This course focuses on significant challenges facing clean agent fire suppression systems today, including the noise factor, environmental regulations, manufacturing challenges, and an ever-changing set of hazards that need protection. It walks through the history of clean agents and the impact PFAS and forever chemicals have had on the industry, including issues affecting foam fire protection products, even though foam is not a clean agent. The course closes with a look at what future clean agent rules and regulations might look like, along with emerging agents and technologies.

Course outline:
- Quick review of clean agents: definition, examples, and function
- History of clean agents
- Challenges facing the industry, including environmental concerns

About the instructor:
Todd VanGorder is Director of Training at Silco Fire & Security and has more than 35 years of experience in the fire protection industry. He holds Ohio State Fire Marshal installer licenses for fire alarm, fire extinguishers, fire sprinklers and standpipes, and pre-engineered and engineered suppression systems, and is a certified fire inspector for the State of Ohio. He holds a B.B.S. designer license for both fire alarm and fire suppression design, is NICET Level IV in both fire alarm and fire suppression, and carries 5 NICET certifications. He serves as a NICET SME and sits on the NFPA Gaseous Agent Technical Committee.

Mastering Fire Alarm Systems: NFPA 72 (2022) and the 2024 Ohio Building Code
Instructor: Matt Beiderman

Life safety enforcement demands absolute precision. This advanced course reviews critical updates in NFPA 72 (2022) compared to the 2013 edition previously referenced under the Ohio Building Code (OBC). It is designed for plan examiners, building officials, inspectors, fire inspectors, and installers. Participants will analyze the int

Clean Agent Fire Suppression
Instructor: Todd VanGorder

This course focuses on significant challenges facing clean agent fire suppression systems today, including the noise factor, environmental regulations, manufacturing challenges, and an ever-changing set of hazards that need protection. It walks through the history of clean agents and the impact PFAS and forever chemicals have had on the industry, including issues affecting foam fire protection products, even though foam is not a clean agent. The course closes with a look at what future clean agent rules and regulations might look like, along with emerging agents and technologies.

Course outline:
- Quick review of clean agents: definition, examples, and function
- History of clean agents
- Challenges facing the industry, including environmental concerns

About the instructor:
Todd VanGorder is Director of Training at Silco Fire & Security and has more than 35 years of experience in the fire protection industry. He holds Ohio State Fire Marshal installer licenses for fire alarm, fire extinguishers, fire sprinklers and standpipes, and pre-engineered and engineered suppression systems, and is a certified fire inspector for the State of Ohio. He holds a B.B.S. designer license for both fire alarm and fire suppression design, is NICET Level IV in both fire alarm and fire suppression, and carries 5 NICET certifications. He serves as a NICET SME and sits on the NFPA Gaseous Agent Technical Committee.

Mastering Fire Alarm Systems: NFPA 72 (2022) and the 2024 Ohio Building Code
Instructor: Matt Beiderman

Life safety enforcement demands absolute precision. This advanced course reviews critical updates in NFPA 72 (2022) compared to the 2013 edition previously referenced under the Ohio Building Code (OBC). It is designed for plan examiners, building officials, inspectors, fire inspectors, and installers. Participants will analyze the int

Clean Agent Fire Suppression
Instructor: Todd VanGorder

This course focuses on significant challenges facing clean agent fire suppression systems today, including the noise factor, environmental regulations, manufacturing challenges, and an ever-changing set of hazards that need protection. It walks through the history of clean agents and the impact PFAS and forever chemicals have had on the industry, including issues affecting foam fire protection products, even though foam is not a clean agent. The course closes with a look at what future clean agent rules and regulations might look like, along with emerging agents and technologies.

Course outline:
- Quick review of clean agents: definition, examples, and function
- History of clean agents
- Challenges facing the industry, including environmental concerns

About the instructor:
Todd VanGorder is Director of Training at Silco Fire & Security and has more than 35 years of experience in the fire protection industry. He holds Ohio State Fire Marshal installer licenses for fire alarm, fire extinguishers, fire sprinklers and standpipes, and pre-engineered and engineered suppression systems, and is a certified fire inspector for the State of Ohio. He holds a B.B.S. designer license for both fire alarm and fire suppression design, is NICET Level IV in both fire alarm and fire suppression, and carries 5 NICET certifications. He serves as a NICET SME and sits on the NFPA Gaseous Agent Technical Committee.

Mastering Fire Alarm Systems: NFPA 72 (2022) and the 2024 Ohio Building Code
Instructor: Matt Beiderman

Life safety enforcement demands absolute precision. This advanced course reviews critical updates in NFPA 72 (2022) compared to the 2013 edition previously referenced under the Ohio Building Code (OBC). It is designed for plan examiners, building officials, inspectors, fire inspectors, and installers. Participants will analyze the int

Instructors: Mike Schneider, Greg Norris, and Pat Gallagher
Presented by: TP Mechanical

TP Mechanical, a well-recognized mechanical company, provides education to aid in understanding the 2024 Ohio Mechanical Code, SMACNA, the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), and other referenced standards. The course is tailored especially for inspectors, contractors, and installers. The instructors use the codes, illustrations, field experience, and Q&A to help everyone understand engineer-designed systems and modifications to mechanical systems.

Learning objectives:
- Ensure approved installation of materials in plenum-rated construction (OMC 602), along with duct installation and supports.
- Facilitate fire damper installation per the approved plan, including connections to fire alarm systems.
- Ensure equipment and appliance protection for various installations, elevated surfaces, and concealed areas.
- Discuss Type I and Type II hoods, makeup air, and exhaust air as they relate to system design.
- Discuss condensate drainage and aspects of the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code.

Instructors: Mike Schneider, Greg Norris, and Pat Gallagher
Presented by: TP Mechanical

TP Mechanical, a well-recognized mechanical company, provides education to aid in understanding the 2024 Ohio Mechanical Code, SMACNA, the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), and other referenced standards. The course is tailored especially for inspectors, contractors, and installers. The instructors use the codes, illustrations, field experience, and Q&A to help everyone understand engineer-designed systems and modifications to mechanical systems.

Learning objectives:
- Ensure approved installation of materials in plenum-rated construction (OMC 602), along with duct installation and supports.
- Facilitate fire damper installation per the approved plan, including connections to fire alarm systems.
- Ensure equipment and appliance protection for various installations, elevated surfaces, and concealed areas.
- Discuss Type I and Type II hoods, makeup air, and exhaust air as they relate to system design.
- Discuss condensate drainage and aspects of the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code.

Instructors: Mike Schneider, Greg Norris, and Pat Gallagher
Presented by: TP Mechanical

TP Mechanical, a well-recognized mechanical company, provides education to aid in understanding the 2024 Ohio Mechanical Code, SMACNA, the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), and other referenced standards. The course is tailored especially for inspectors, contractors, and installers. The instructors use the codes, illustrations, field experience, and Q&A to help everyone understand engineer-designed systems and modifications to mechanical systems.

Learning objectives:
- Ensure approved installation of materials in plenum-rated construction (OMC 602), along with duct installation and supports.
- Facilitate fire damper installation per the approved plan, including connections to fire alarm systems.
- Ensure equipment and appliance protection for various installations, elevated surfaces, and concealed areas.
- Discuss Type I and Type II hoods, makeup air, and exhaust air as they relate to system design.
- Discuss condensate drainage and aspects of the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code.

Instructors: Mike Schneider, Greg Norris, and Pat Gallagher
Presented by: TP Mechanical

TP Mechanical, a well-recognized mechanical company, provides education to aid in understanding the 2024 Ohio Mechanical Code, SMACNA, the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), and other referenced standards. The course is tailored especially for inspectors, contractors, and installers. The instructors use the codes, illustrations, field experience, and Q&A to help everyone understand engineer-designed systems and modifications to mechanical systems.

Learning objectives:
- Ensure approved installation of materials in plenum-rated construction (OMC 602), along with duct installation and supports.
- Facilitate fire damper installation per the approved plan, including connections to fire alarm systems.
- Ensure equipment and appliance protection for various installations, elevated surfaces, and concealed areas.
- Discuss Type I and Type II hoods, makeup air, and exhaust air as they relate to system design.
- Discuss condensate drainage and aspects of the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code.

Instructor: Jim Decker

Instructor: James Richardson

Instructor: James Richardson

Instructor: John Denhardt, P.E.
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association

This seminar guides attendees through a discussion of the requirements for plans and calculations contained in NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. It includes a hands-on review of a sprinkler system plan, covering the overall design concept, hydraulic calculations, and the underground supply system. The review also evaluates the system designer's decisions on hazard and commodity classification, building construction type, sprinkler positioning and spacing, and materials selection.

Learning objectives:
- Accurately read a set of sprinkler plans.
- Perform a thorough review to determine compliance, or lack thereof, with the requirements for sprinkler systems in NFPA 13 and your own jurisdiction.
- Calculate the coverage area for each sprinkler using the S x L = A method from NFPA 13, and identify sprinkler locations that exceed NFPA 13 coverage limits.
- Discuss items on the plan that conflict with each other.
- Solve equations to develop minimum flow and pressure requirements for each sprinkler.

Instructor: John Denhardt, P.E.
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association

This seminar guides attendees through a discussion of the requirements for plans and calculations contained in NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. It includes a hands-on review of a sprinkler system plan, covering the overall design concept, hydraulic calculations, and the underground supply system. The review also evaluates the system designer's decisions on hazard and commodity classification, building construction type, sprinkler positioning and spacing, and materials selection.

Learning objectives:
- Accurately read a set of sprinkler plans.
- Perform a thorough review to determine compliance, or lack thereof, with the requirements for sprinkler systems in NFPA 13 and your own jurisdiction.
- Calculate the coverage area for each sprinkler using the S x L = A method from NFPA 13, and identify sprinkler locations that exceed NFPA 13 coverage limits.
- Discuss items on the plan that conflict with each other.
- Solve equations to develop minimum flow and pressure requirements for each sprinkler.

Instructor: John Denhardt, P.E.
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association

This seminar guides attendees through a discussion of the requirements for plans and calculations contained in NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. It includes a hands-on review of a sprinkler system plan, covering the overall design concept, hydraulic calculations, and the underground supply system. The review also evaluates the system designer's decisions on hazard and commodity classification, building construction type, sprinkler positioning and spacing, and materials selection.

Learning objectives:
- Accurately read a set of sprinkler plans.
- Perform a thorough review to determine compliance, or lack thereof, with the requirements for sprinkler systems in NFPA 13 and your own jurisdiction.
- Calculate the coverage area for each sprinkler using the S x L = A method from NFPA 13, and identify sprinkler locations that exceed NFPA 13 coverage limits.
- Discuss items on the plan that conflict with each other.
- Solve equations to develop minimum flow and pressure requirements for each sprinkler.

Instructor: John Denhardt, P.E.
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association

This seminar guides attendees through a discussion of the requirements for plans and calculations contained in NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. It includes a hands-on review of a sprinkler system plan, covering the overall design concept, hydraulic calculations, and the underground supply system. The review also evaluates the system designer's decisions on hazard and commodity classification, building construction type, sprinkler positioning and spacing, and materials selection.

Learning objectives:
- Accurately read a set of sprinkler plans.
- Perform a thorough review to determine compliance, or lack thereof, with the requirements for sprinkler systems in NFPA 13 and your own jurisdiction.
- Calculate the coverage area for each sprinkler using the S x L = A method from NFPA 13, and identify sprinkler locations that exceed NFPA 13 coverage limits.
- Discuss items on the plan that conflict with each other.
- Solve equations to develop minimum flow and pressure requirements for each sprinkler.

Instructor: John Denhardt, P.E.
Presented by: American Fire Sprinkler Association

This seminar guides attendees through a discussion of the requirements for plans and calculations contained in NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. It includes a hands-on review of a sprinkler system plan, covering the overall design concept, hydraulic calculations, and the underground supply system. The review also evaluates the system designer's decisions on hazard and commodity classification, building construction type, sprinkler positioning and spacing, and materials selection.

Learning objectives:
- Accurately read a set of sprinkler plans.
- Perform a thorough review to determine compliance, or lack thereof, with the requirements for sprinkler systems in NFPA 13 and your own jurisdiction.
- Calculate the coverage area for each sprinkler using the S x L = A method from NFPA 13, and identify sprinkler locations that exceed NFPA 13 coverage limits.
- Discuss items on the plan that conflict with each other.
- Solve equations to develop minimum flow and pressure requirements for each sprinkler.

Instructor: Phil Niekamp, P.E.
Presented by: Schaefer

This course gives building officials the knowledge and understanding to effectively perform code plan review and visual observations for multi-story light framed structures. As wood structures continue to be a popular type of construction, building officials need to understand the unique considerations, design challenges, and requirements associated with them. Light framed structures are typically exempt from special inspection requirements, but they demand a high level of expertise and responsibility from plan reviewers and building inspectors. The course covers building code requirements, structural plan review, and common construction issues under both the 2024 Ohio Building Code (IBC 2021 amended) and the 2019 Ohio Residential Code (IRC 2018 amended).

Learning objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of wood light frame construction gravity and lateral systems and their applications.
- Become familiar with the key requirements and information needed for plan review of wood light frame buildings.
- Identify common issues encountered during plan review and explore effective solutions.
- Examine real-world case studies to understand inspection challenges and lessons learned.
- Engage in interactive discussions and Q&A sessions to address specific concerns.

Instructor: Phil Niekamp, P.E.
Presented by: Schaefer

This course gives building officials the knowledge and understanding to effectively perform code plan review and visual observations for multi-story light framed structures. As wood structures continue to be a popular type of construction, building officials need to understand the unique considerations, design challenges, and requirements associated with them. Light framed structures are typically exempt from special inspection requirements, but they demand a high level of expertise and responsibility from plan reviewers and building inspectors. The course covers building code requirements, structural plan review, and common construction issues under both the 2024 Ohio Building Code (IBC 2021 amended) and the 2019 Ohio Residential Code (IRC 2018 amended).

Learning objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of wood light frame construction gravity and lateral systems and their applications.
- Become familiar with the key requirements and information needed for plan review of wood light frame buildings.
- Identify common issues encountered during plan review and explore effective solutions.
- Examine real-world case studies to understand inspection challenges and lessons learned.
- Engage in interactive discussions and Q&A sessions to address specific concerns.

Instructor: Phil Niekamp, P.E.
Presented by: Schaefer

This course gives building officials the knowledge and understanding to effectively perform code plan review and visual observations for multi-story light framed structures. As wood structures continue to be a popular type of construction, building officials need to understand the unique considerations, design challenges, and requirements associated with them. Light framed structures are typically exempt from special inspection requirements, but they demand a high level of expertise and responsibility from plan reviewers and building inspectors. The course covers building code requirements, structural plan review, and common construction issues under both the 2024 Ohio Building Code (IBC 2021 amended) and the 2019 Ohio Residential Code (IRC 2018 amended).

Learning objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of wood light frame construction gravity and lateral systems and their applications.
- Become familiar with the key requirements and information needed for plan review of wood light frame buildings.
- Identify common issues encountered during plan review and explore effective solutions.
- Examine real-world case studies to understand inspection challenges and lessons learned.
- Engage in interactive discussions and Q&A sessions to address specific concerns.

Instructor: Phil Niekamp, P.E.
Presented by: Schaefer

This course gives building officials the knowledge and understanding to effectively perform code plan review and visual observations for multi-story light framed structures. As wood structures continue to be a popular type of construction, building officials need to understand the unique considerations, design challenges, and requirements associated with them. Light framed structures are typically exempt from special inspection requirements, but they demand a high level of expertise and responsibility from plan reviewers and building inspectors. The course covers building code requirements, structural plan review, and common construction issues under both the 2024 Ohio Building Code (IBC 2021 amended) and the 2019 Ohio Residential Code (IRC 2018 amended).

Learning objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of wood light frame construction gravity and lateral systems and their applications.
- Become familiar with the key requirements and information needed for plan review of wood light frame buildings.
- Identify common issues encountered during plan review and explore effective solutions.
- Examine real-world case studies to understand inspection challenges and lessons learned.
- Engage in interactive discussions and Q&A sessions to address specific concerns.

Instructors: Walt Moeller and Rafic Nakouzi, P.E.

Natural disasters, including severe storms, earthquakes, tornadoes, fires, hurricanes, and floods, can instantly cause devastating property damage and cripple communities. If your municipality is struck tomorrow, are you prepared to lead the recovery? Equip yourself with the technical skills to handle disaster scenarios, master documentation requirements, and protect lives through rapid structural assessments.

Learning objectives:
- Disaster lifecycle: Review the phases following a disaster and emergency management basics.
- Roles and responsibilities: Clearly define the post-disaster duties assigned specifically to code officials.
- Rapid safety evaluations: Learn how to perform evaluations quickly, consistently, and safely under pressure.
- Operational hazards: Identify field risks, master training procedures, and review live practice examples.

Instructors: Walt Moeller and Rafic Nakouzi, P.E.

Natural disasters, including severe storms, earthquakes, tornadoes, fires, hurricanes, and floods, can instantly cause devastating property damage and cripple communities. If your municipality is struck tomorrow, are you prepared to lead the recovery? Equip yourself with the technical skills to handle disaster scenarios, master documentation requirements, and protect lives through rapid structural assessments.

Learning objectives:
- Disaster lifecycle: Review the phases following a disaster and emergency management basics.
- Roles and responsibilities: Clearly define the post-disaster duties assigned specifically to code officials.
- Rapid safety evaluations: Learn how to perform evaluations quickly, consistently, and safely under pressure.
- Operational hazards: Identify field risks, master training procedures, and review live practice examples.