
2024 OBC Changes - Large Buildings (March)
Workshop
Fees include workshop, resource material & lunch.
The 2024 Ontario Building Code introduces substantial updates to secondary suites in both new and existing houses. Adding secondary suites to homes is becoming increasingly common, but ensuring compliance with these new standards presents unique challenges. This workshop simplifies the process, providing a comprehensive understanding of the recent changes and how to apply them effectively.
This one-day advanced course includes a new half-day section dedicated to the construction of secondary suites in new houses. In the second half of the day, participants explore how existing buildings can be renovated to include secondary suites, both for buildings under and over 5 years. Updated to reflect the latest OBC requirements, the course equips building inspectors, plans examiners, designers, builders, and engineers with the knowledge needed to navigate these evolving standards with confidence.
Through detailed discussions, hands-on exercises, and real-world examples, participants gain a deeper understanding of the technical requirements of the OBC. The course also includes a workbook to serve as an ongoing reference for daily work.
Secondary Suites in Houses - 2024 OBC (Feb)
February 27, 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
Secondary Suites in Houses - 2024 OBC (April)
April 1, 2025
Date:April 1, 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
What you'll learn:
- New OBC requirements for constructing secondary suites in new houses
- How to apply Parts 10 and 11 of the OBC to secondary suites
- Compliance alternatives for:
- Egress and fire separations
- Updates for homes less than 5 years old
- Understanding and using:
- Hazard index tables
- Construction index
- Early warning and evacuation tables
- Strategies for navigating compliance alternatives effectively
Who this course is designed for:
Building inspectors and plans examiners — enhance your ability to review and inspect secondary suite designs.
Designers, builders, and engineers — learn how to design and construct code-compliant secondary suites.
Delivery Method:
- Hybrid (in person at the RSM Training Facility or online via Microsoft Teams)
- Full 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 and Lunch are provided for in person attendees
Module 1: The Path of Compliance
Module 2: New Houses with Secondary Suites
Module 3: Renovations to Houses 5 Years +
Module 4: Renovations to Houses 0-5 Years
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.
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.
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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Date:Available Now
Fee:$1000
Non-Member Fee:$1000+hst
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:
Course Affiliations
Ontario Building Officials Association
Instructor
Workshop
Fees include workshop, resource material & lunch.
Description
The 2024 Ontario Building Code becomes effective on January 1st, 2025, and contains thousands of changes from previous versions. This comprehensive course simplifies the changes as they relate to large buildings, focusing on Parts 3, 4, and related updates to other Parts.
In an interactive group setting, participants will be introduced to the changes, one topic at a time. Topics covered include changes to fire safety, egress and exiting, structural, barrier-free requirements, and more. Practical activities will be included to reinforce understanding of the subject matter, and a digital copy of the course workbook will be provided for future reference.
Stay up to date with the code changes to small buildings and register today!
Instructor
Workshop
Fees include workshop, resource material & lunch.
Description
The 2024 Ontario Building Code becomes effective on January 1st, 2025, and contains thousands of changes from previous versions. This comprehensive course simplifies the changes as they relate to small buildings, focusing on Part 9 and related updates to other Parts.
In an interactive group setting, participants will be introduced to the changes, one topic at a time. Topics covered include changes to fire safety, egress and exiting, soil gas control, Part 9 structural, HVAC, and more. Practical activities will be included to reinforce understanding of the subject matter, and a digital copy of the course workbook will be provided for future reference.
Stay up to date with the code changes to small buildings and register today!
Instructor
info@rsmbuildingconsultants.com
519.496.1434
44 Saltsman Dr, Unit 9 Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7