Secondary Suites in Houses - 2024 OBC (Feb)
Workshop
Fees include workshop, resource material & lunch.
Non-Combustible Construction
This half-day workshop dives deep into non-combustible construction in Part 3 buildings, specifically focusing on the permitted combustible components as outlined in Section 3.1.5 of the Ontario Building Code. Participants will explore the listed exceptions that allow combustible materials such as roofing, walls, piping, wires, and elements in return air plenums. The workshop will also address the protection of foam plastics and the required standards for testing.
Through interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on activities, participants will confidently apply the code’s requirements and be able to manage the complexities of incorporating combustible materials into non-combustible buildings. The digital course workbook will also be provided for on-the-job reference.
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Course Details
What You’ll Learn:
- Detailed interpretation of Part 3, Section 3.1.5 of the Ontario Building Code.
- The key exceptions that allow the use of combustible materials in non-combustible buildings.
- The protection of foam plastics and relevant standards for testing.
- How to manage combustible components in roofing, walls, plumbing, wiring, and return air plenums.
- Practical techniques to apply building code requirements in real-world scenarios.
Who This Course is Designed For:
- Building inspectors and plans examiners working with Part 3 buildings who need to understand the rules around permitted combustible materials.
- Designers, engineers, and architects involved in creating non-combustible building designs.
- Contractors and builders who need to ensure compliance with the inclusion of combustible components in non-combustible buildings.
Delivery Method:
- Hybrid (in person at the RSM Training Facility or online via Microsoft Teams).
- Half day workshop.
Interactive Features:
- Engaging discussions.
- Activities and quizzes to reinforce key concepts.
- Real-world examples and case studies.
Resources Provided:
- Digital course workbook included for easy reference after the course.
- Coffee breaks are provided for in person attendees
Course Modules
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FAQ
What if I can't attend in person?
We deliver every training session live in a hybrid format. If you cannot attend in person, join us online via Microsoft Teams. Online participants still get to join in on the discussions and interact with other members. You can get the full training experience from your home or office when we use our Meeting Owl camera. With this approach to hybrid collaboration, you will see the full 360 degree view of the training room and be able to participate with the group live in real time.
Will I have access to course material after the workshop?
All participants will have the ability to download all of the course material, including the presentation, activities and quizzes, for two weeks after the course date.
Are there prerequisites?
There are no prerequisites for this course. It is our intention to design the course in a way that benefits participants of all experience levels. In fact, we find that the best discussions often happen when a course has a wide range of experience levels between participants.
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Instructor
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Description
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Instructor
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