The building envelope serves a critical role in mitigating the hazards of fire from both internal and external sources. For many design professionals, the plethora of code requirements related to building roofs and walls can be complicated and confusing. To help cut through this confusion, this webinar provides a straightforward and understandable approach to achieving fire code-compliant roofs and walls. The webinar starts with a brief introduction to how commercial building codes are developed in the United States and how to determine which specific codes are relevant for different types of construction, building uses, and regional conditions. Next, the webinar offers a detailed review of the critical provisions of current building fire codes, along with a step-by-step checklist for the building professional to follow when designing or managing commercial buildings. Finally, the lesson identifies a number of free online resource for easy access to important fire code information.
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