Part 3 Passive Fire Protection

Passive fire protection is the foundation of life safety and structural performance in large and complex buildings. This one-day course provides inspectors, plans reviewers, architects, engineers, and construction managers with a clear understanding of how to apply passive fire protection requirements under Part 3 of the Ontario Building Code.

Participants will explore key OBC definitions and updates for 2024, including changes to firestopping systems, membrane penetrations, and noncombustible construction. You’ll learn how to evaluate listed systems (ULC S115), interpret fire-resistance ratings (ULC S101, SB-2), and inspect fire separations and penetrations with confidence.

This course blends technical clarity with real-world application, preparing you to ensure compliance and improve performance on mid- to high-rise, institutional, and mixed-use buildings.

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Course Details

What You’ll Learn:

Understand the principles of passive fire protection and its role in containment and safety.

Identify and apply fire-resistance ratings using CAN/ULC S101 and OBC SB-2.

Evaluate and inspect listed firestop systems under ULC S115.

Apply requirements for HVAC penetrations, fire dampers, and thermal barriers.

Distinguish between combustible and noncombustible construction under Section 3.1.5.

Interpret exceptions and material allowances in noncombustible buildings.

Document and assess installation methods to ensure compliance.

Who This Course is Designed For:

Part 3 Building Officials (Inspectors and Plans Examiners)

Architects and Engineers

Construction Managers and Site Supervisors

Format and Delivery:

Duration: 6 instructional hours + 1-hour lunch break

Delivery: In-person or virtual (live via Microsoft Teams)

Includes: Code lookups, activities, downloadable resources, and group challenges

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Fire Protection

Module 2: Fire Separations and Fire-Resistance Ratings

Module 3: Firestopping Systems

Module 4: HVAC Openings in Fire Assemblies

Module 5: Noncombustible Construction

Fees & Credits

$519+HST

6 CPD hours

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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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