Lunch n' Learn - Builder Code Credit Education (2 CEU)
Lunch n' Learn - Builder Code Credit Education (2 CEU)
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 (10:30 AM - 1:00 PM) (CDT)
Description
When: Tuesday, Oct. 4 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: KCHBA | 600 E. 103rd St., Kansas City, MO 64131
Cost: $100 KCHBA members | $150 guests | lunch provided
Speaker: Ron Nuttal | Engineered Wood Specialist, APA – The Engineered Wood Association
IRC Wall Bracing
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | 1 hour code credit
This presentation will walk you through an evaluation process that will help you better understand the Braced Wall requirements of the International Residential Code and how they impact the way that you design houses. Attendees will learn the basics of IRC and APA simplified wall bracing methodologies and how to address the code requirements for wall bracing.
After the Storm - Lessons Learned about Building for High Wind Resistance
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | 1 hour code credit
An overview of how high wind forces work, the importance of a complete load path, and how good design and construction practices can improve the storm resistance of buildings. By understanding key code requirements and lateral load concepts, home damage in future storms can be minimized.
Details
Participants must be present the entire length of the class to earn credit. Classes offer credit for the following licenses: A, B, C, DW. Credit approval is through Johnson County Contractor Licensing. Questions? Contact Paige@kchba.org or 816.733.2217.
600 E. 103rd Street
Kansas City, MO 64131 United States