Secondary Suites in Houses - 2024 OBC (Feb)
Workshop
Fees include workshop, resource material & lunch.
Means of Egress in Secondary Suites
Understanding the means of egress is critical for ensuring that secondary suites comply with the Ontario Building Code (OBC) and provide safe exit routes in case of an emergency. This recorded webinar covers the key egress requirements for secondary suites, helping builders, designers, and building officials navigate compliance with updated OBC provisions.
What You'll Learn
Egress Requirements Under the Ontario Building Code – Learn the provisions around exit routes, stairways, and emergency egress.
Path of Travel & Exit Doorways – Understand the minimum requirements for unobstructed egress routes and how they impact secondary suite layouts.
Window Wells & Egress Windows – Explore size, clearance, and operational requirements for egress windows.
Fire Separation & Smoke-Tight Barriers – Discover how fire-rated assemblies impact egress routes in basement and upper-level secondary suites.
Common Design Challenges & Compliance Strategies – Avoid common pitfalls and ensure your projects meet code requirements without costly revisions.
Ensure compliance and safety - watch now to gain expert insights!
FAQ
Who should watch this webinar?
All of our webinars are designed to provide valuable information for Building Officials, Designers, and Builders that want to better understand compliance with the Ontario Building Code.
How long do I get access to the webinar?
You will have access to the content for 30 days. During the 30 days, you can view the webinar as many times as you'd like.
Are there prerequisites?
There are no prerequisites for this webinar. It is our intention to design the course in a way that benefits participants of all experience levels.
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Secondary Suites in Houses - 2024 OBC (Feb)
FULL - Next Course April 1, 2025
Date:February 27, 2025
Time:9:00 AM
Fee:$490 +tax
Description
This workshop, updated with changes from the 2024 OBC, is directed towards plans examiners and building inspectors to further their understanding in the methods of compliance for constructing a secondary unit in existing homes, both over 5 years old and less than 5 years old.
Specific topics discussed will be the application of Part 10 and 11 to secondary suites, compliance alternatives for egress, fire separations and recent building code changes for buildings less than 5 years old. Discussion will take place on the hazard index tables, construction index, early warning and evacuation tables and compliance alternatives. The participant will be able to confidently apply the building code requirements through interactive discussion, examples and activities. A resource manual is included which will provide the participant with a helpful guide to use on the job.
Instructor
Gerald Moore
Chief Executive Officer
Description
Learners will join instructor Gerald Moore, a certified building official with over 25 years experience in the building inspection field as he takes new and experienced inspectors alike through the process of inspecting single and multi unit houses. This bundle includes all four inspector technique suite courses, covering topics from soft skills and footing inspections to occupancy and final inspections.
The ITS is Ontario's most comprehensive building inspector training suite, combining on-site walkthroughs with lessons, quizzes, and checklists that teach new inspectors the essentials, and reinforce best practices for those with experience.
Prerequisites
Recommended OBOA prerequisites:
- House Essentials 1, or
- Part 9 Building Envelope and Part 9 Health/Safety
Course Affiliations
Ontario Building Officials Association
Instructor
Gerald Moore
Chief Executive Officer