2016 FALL CLASSES. Wednesday September 28 Session 301. Friday September 30 Session 501 Advanced Construction Construction. Tenant Improvements

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1 Tracts Monday September 26 Session 101 Tuesday September 27 Session 201 Wednesday September 28 Session 301 Thursday September 29 Session 401 Friday September 30 Session 501 Advanced Construction Extreme Buildings I Multi-Family Construction Tenant Improvements Marijuana and the Building Code Legal Aspects & Ethics for Building Departments Session 102 Session 202 Session 302 Session 402 Session 502 Fire Systems Fire Inspections Hazardous Occupancies Inspection Skills/Legal Aspects/Conflict Resolution IBC and IRC for Fire Officials Firestopping Session 103/203 Session 303/403 Session 503 Field Inspections 2015 IRC Electrical Inspections Two-day class 201 NEC Commercial Electrical Inspections Two-day class Manufactured Housing Installation and Inspections Session 104 Session 204/304 Two-day Class Session 404/504 Plan Review Residential Plan Review 2012 IRC Bracing and Applying the Provisions of Section IRC & IECC Plan Review Workshop Session 105 Session 205 Session 305 Session 405 Session 505 Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical and more 2014 NEC Hazardous Locations Mechanical Code Hoods and Hazards 2015 IRC Update 2012 NFPA 72 Fire Alarms Basic Electricity and the NEC Session 106 Session 206A Session 306 Session 406A Session 506 Code Enforcement Managing a Code Compliance Department Time Management for Code Enforcement Personnel IPMC and IZC Storm Water Management IPMC and Dilapidated Structures Session 206B Session 406B Stress Management Negativity in the Workplace Session 107 Session 207 Session 307 Session 407 Session 507A Code Enforcement League of Arizona Ideas for Managing Small Departments Health Care Facilities and the NEC 2014 NEC Photovoltaic Plan Review 2014 NEC Photovoltaic Inspections SWOT Session 507B Session 108/208 Session 308 Session 408 What is Your Brand Session 508 Fundamentals The Complete Permit Technician From the Ground Up MEP for Beginners Building Disasters II How they Change Codes

2 Monday, September 26, 2016 Session 101 Extreme Buildings I Addresses the very large and unusual buildings and how building departments address unusual developments. The class will focus on high-rise construction, atriums, unlimited area buildings, large assembly uses, and unusual designs and requests from developers. Several case studies will be discussed using the prescriptive code and alternative design principles of the International Building Code. Bring the 2012 or 2015 IBC. Session 102 Fire Inspections This course provides the participants with a basic knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a fire inspector including, codes and standards, the inspection process, occupancy classification, confidentiality and privacy requirements, ethical conduct, administrative tasks including preparing inspection reports, review and investigating common complaints. Materials: Handouts may be available for downloading Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: John Jerome, Embry-Riddle University Fire Marshal Session 103/ IRC Electrical Inspection - Two Day Class This class has been developed to give inspectors, plan reviewers; permit techs., designers and contractors a basic understanding of residential electrical requirements. Its main objective is giving new and experienced personnel a better understanding of code compliant electrical installation. The student will learn basic electrical theory as well as why and what we are actually trying to achieve on a residential project. We will cover electrical requirements for each stage of construction from underground to final. Bring the 2015 IRC. Experience Level: All CEU s:.1.4 Instructor: Mike Coldiron, City of Kingman Adam Sessions, Shums Coda Associates Session 104 Residential Plan Review This class will focus on the plan review of a single family residence for compliance with the 2012 IRC. The review of life safety, structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical components will be included. Materials: Handouts may be provided by the Instructor. Bring the 2012 IRC. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Stephen Dudley, City of Glendale Session NEC Hazardous Locations This class has been developed to give inspectors, plan reviewers, designers and contractors a basic understanding of electrical requirements for hazardous locations designed, reviewed and inspected every day. Covered in this class will be electrical installation and protection techniques for gas stations and fuel dispensing, paint booths, automotive repair facilities and more. The student will learn basics of classified locations, the correct materials for haz-loc installations and identifying installation methods. Bring the 2014 NEC. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: IAEI Session 106 Managing a Code Compliance Department Managing a city department can be demanding, but managing a code enforcement department can present its own set of challenges. Designed for both current and aspiring code supervisors and managers, this class will help improve your overall management skills and provide tips and techniques to effectively manage a code enforcement unit. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructors: Stephen Erno, City of Avondale Session 107 Ideas for Managing Small Departments Join a guided discussion on the challenges and possible solutions to delivering quality building code services with a small staff and smaller budget. From forms, to IT/Software, to video, to ordinances get new ideas, templates, and connections. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Dave Zellner, City of Apache Junction Session 108 /208 The Complete Permit Technician This 2-day course is intended to provide essential information in the areas of code administration and history, legal aspects, customer service, basic plan review, inspection process, zoning requirements, permit fee calculations, basic occupancy and construction types, basic means of egress and dealing with difficult customers. Students are to bring a calculator, 2015 IBC, 2012 International Zoning Code, Legal Aspects of Code Administration and Basic Code Enforcement. Experience Level: All CEU s:.1.4 Instructor: Steve Burger, City of Folsom Tuesday, September 27, 2016 Session 201 Multi-Family Construction Overview of the requirements for multi- family dwellings in the International Building Code. Type V-A construction may be the most difficult type of construction to build a structure by. This seminar discusses the design, construction and inspection of Group R-2 occupancies including, building planning, fire-resistive rated construction, fire protection requirements and means of egress requirements. Bring the 2012 or 2015 IBC.

3 Session Hazardous Occupancies This course provides participants with a basic knowledge of hazardous materials codes and standards, the inspection process operations, means of egress, hazardous materials management and business plans. Flammable/combustible liquids and gases, NFPA 704 and hazardous materials pre-incident planning. Additional on-line and electronic hazardous materials management resources are discussed. Some will be made available to the students. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: John Jerome, Embry-Riddle University Fire Marshal Session 204/ IRC Bracing and Applying the Provisions of Section A two-day class focuses on the wall bracing Code provisions for wind and seismic loads per the 2012 IRC. Includes the new Simplified Wall Bracing procedure from R Bring the 2012 IRC. Experience Level: All CEU s: 1.4 Instructors: Brian Juedes, P.E., S.E., Felten Group Session 205 Mechanical Code Hoods and Hazards After this class you will know when to say What we have here is a failure to ventilate; Be able to explain how comfort is code; Have visited the 5 Hoods of the hood; Not be exhausted by exhaustion; Know ducks from ducts and venting from venting; Apply combustion and appliance logic; and know the difference between a VRF and VFD. Bring the Mechanical Code and Fuel Gas Code Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructors: Dave Zellner, City of Apache Junction Session 206A Time Management for Code Enforcement Personnel Probably the most integral key to being efficient is having a plan and sticking to it. Code Personnel are always being pulled in different directions. Learn the mistakes people make with time management and ways to correct them. Experience Level: All CEU s:.35 Instructor: Gail Bosgieter, City of Goodyear Session 206B Stress Management Stress management is all about taking charge: of your lifestyle, thoughts, emotions, and the way you deal with problems. No matter how stressful your life seems, there are steps you can take to relieve the pressure and regain control. Experience Level: All CEU s:.35 Instructor: Gail Bosgieter, City of Goodyear Session 207 Health Care Facilities and the NEC The workshop will provide 2011 NEC general information on health care requirements with an emphasis on the special grounding and bonding requirements located in (A) and (B), as well as the related grounding requirements for feeders in Section covering ground fault protection of equipment (GFPE) for critical care areas and life support systems, including the second level of protection required for downstream devices. The requirements in and in the 2011 NEC, as well as a d iscussion of the changes for the 2014 NEC, for general care and critical care bed locations. Part III of Article 517 dealing with life safety and critical branch in detail as well as the requirements in Article 700 that are pertinent to h ealth care facilities. In addition, changes to critical branches in the 2014 NEC will be discussed and analyzed. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: IAEI Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Session 301 IBC Tenant Improvement Aspects of Assembly, Business & Mercantile Occupancies Identifies IBC provisions applicable to the design and construction of tenant space improvements. The discussion addresses the three most common types of uses: business, mercantile and assembly. It emphasizes options available in the code for gaining compliance. Discussion includes occupancy separations and fire areas, type of construction features, fire-resistance-rated construction, interior finish materials, fire protection features, means of egress components and means of egress design. Bring the 2012 or 2015 IBC. Session 302 Inspection Skills/Legal Aspects/Conflict Resolution Success as an inspection professional depends on credibility, consistency and communication. This seminar is designed to prepare students who are entering the inspection field with some useful tools to establish credibility and consistency while building effective relationships. This course also examines the legal aspects of inspection as it relates to property owners, occupants, contractors and construction professionals. Course topics include: Introduction to the legal aspects of code administration; Offer useful tools to support effective communication; Recognize the importance of consistency in decision making; Introduction into Property Rights and laws; Understanding of the Inspectors role; Developing credibility. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Mike Coldiron, City of Kingman Pat Headington, Yuma County

4 Session 303/ NEC Commercial Electrical Inspections - Two Day Class This class will provide inspectors, plan reviewers; permit techs., designers and contractors a new perspective of basic commercial electrical requirements. Its main objective is giving new and experienced personnel a better understanding of code compliant electrical installation. The student will learn basic electrical theory as well as why and what we are actually trying to achieve on a commercial project. We will cover electrical requirements for each stage of construction from underground to final. A key component of this class is a hands-on experience with real equipment installed correctly and incorrectly and YOU will make the inspection. Bring the 2014 NEC. Experience Level: All CEU s: 1.4 Instructor: Rocco Deluca, City of Phoenix Session IRC Update Reviews the changes from the last edition to the current edition of the International Residential Code. The background behind many of the changes will be discussed to provide the participant with an understanding of the intent of the changes and how to apply it to their everyday work. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Adam Sessions Session 306 IPMC and IZC Review This session is designed as a review course for those interested in taking the Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification exam as well as, the Zoning Inspector Certification course. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Gregory Arrington, Town of Youngtown Session NEC Photovoltaic Plan Review This one-day seminar presents detailed information on IBC, IFC and NEC requirements for PV installations. Basic PV module manufacture and operation, PV installation requirements and PV plan review calculations are presented in an interactive classroom environment. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructors: Ralph Garcia, Bureau Veritas Session 308 From the Ground Up! Understanding Residential Construction for Permit Techs A comprehensive study of all phases of residential construction geared toward the Permit Tech. construction, and inspection processes, and terminology will be covered in depth. Attendees will gain knowledge about the construction of a single family residence, be able to identify various construction materials and have a better understanding of the required inspections. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Mary Dickson, City of El Mirage Thursday, September 29, 2016 Session 401 Marijuana and the Building Code This class will be a full exploration of the multitude of building uses and mixed uses related to the burgeoning marijuana industry, and how the codes may apply. A further examination of how the industry is reacting and adjusting to the maze of State and local regulations, and becoming efficient will be addressed. This course is conducted in a forum style, with opportunities for the attendees to ask questions, compare notes, and share the solutions discovered. Bring the 2012 or 2015 IBC. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Steve Thomas, Colorado Code Consultants Session 402 IBC and IRC for Fire Officials This seminar explores the major provisions of the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) as they relate to fire department personnel. This class is designed to provide an introduction to the new provisions of the code with topics including: Review of Occupancy classifications and Special Occupancies; Understanding building areas and construction types; Review of Fire-resistive Construction; Review of Sprinkler provisions; Changes in the means of egress. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Pat Headington, Yuma County Session 404/ and 2015 IRC/IECC Plan Review Workshop Plan Review Workshop provides an in depth plan review and design experience for residential projects. This class will address structural, electrical, mechanical, energy, plumbing and logical paths to perform a complete review. Working in teams the students will review a complete set of plans in detail, from start to finish. Sample sets of plans chosen to illuminate different compliance paths and challenges will be used. Materials: Bring your IRC & IECC if you have them and your local Residential Plan Checklist. Experience Level: All CEU s: 1.4 Instructor: Sharon Bonesteel, SRP Steve White, Coconino County Session NFPA 72 - Fire Alarms This class will help you to understand how building, fire, and life safety codes and how they affect the requirements for fire detection and alarm systems. It will help you determine how NFPA 72 is used to design, install, and maintain a fire detection and alarm system and how the Code is structured. This one-day seminar will describe the general types of initiating devices, and define common terms associated with notification appliances and more. Experience Level: Intermediate CEU s:.7 Instructors: Ray Armas, IAEI

5 Session 406A Storm Water Management This session will discuss local laws related to pretreatment infrastructure and pretreatment inspections, including site walk through to identify environmental and code violations, chemical storage, manufacturing process, storm water pollution prevention, and waste water pollution prevention. This session will provide an overview of the state permit requirements and some examples of how Code Enforcement divisions can assist with compliance. Experience Level: All CEU s:.35 Instructor: L. James P. Lopez Session 406B Negativity in the Workplace Is your workplace seething with negativity? No matter what's causing the bad vibes, this class will help you deal with it and make the atmosphere more positive and productive. Materials: Handouts may be available for downloading. Experience Level: All CEU s:.35 Instructor: Gail Bosgieter, City of Goodyear Session NEC Photovoltaic Inspections This seminar is a unique perspective on photovoltaic (PV) installations. You will be presented with a basic overview of PV systems, from manufacturing of photocells and how PV systems work, design, installation considerations and field inspections. This very complete review will cover NEC article 690 and 705 calculations and installation requirements, IBC structural considerations, and IFC installation requirements for a code compliant installation. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Ralph Garcia, Bureau Veritas Session 408 MEP for Beginners The class is designed to provide the student with a basic knowledge of the most common MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) code requirements for one and two family dwellings. The organization and layout of the IRC will be discussed. Code text, photographs, and real life examples of code requirements will be reviewed as well as the practical application of code requirements. The class will be interactive and students are encouraged to participate. Bring the 2012 IPMC and IRC or use this link for the code edition you wish to use on your device. Materials: Handouts may be available for downloading. Experience Level: Beginners CEU s:.7 Instructor: Adam Sessions, Shums Coda Associates Friday, September 30, 2016 Session 501 Legal Aspects and Ethics The first part of this course provides individuals with guidelines for administering the legal aspects of code enforcement, prosecution and maintenance. Topics will include historical results of ignoring regulations, interpretation and application of pertinent laws and theories of legal liability. The second part will discuss ethics, with a discussion of real world issues that affect the perception and performance of the code enforcement staff. Session 502 Firestopping Firestopping has become a hot topic because of the new ICC Firestop Inspector Certification and the Firestop Inspector requirements in the 2012 International Building Code (IBC). This training is designed for plans examiners, Fire and building inspectors, architects and engineers. We will focus on understanding the requirements of sections 714 and 715 of the 2015 IBC. Focusing on joint systems, perimeter containment, through and membrane-penetrations. All of the fire stopping significant changes of the 2012 and 2015 IBC including the new ASTM firestop inspection standards. This program will also provide helpful hints for plans examiners and inspectors. I possible, a site visit will be arranged. Dress appropriately. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Brice Miller, Fire Containment Training Services Session 503 Manufactured Housing Installation and Inspections This course is designed to inform retailers, installers, local AHJ s and other interested parties, in the manufactured housing and factory-built building industry in Arizona. Attendees will receive a brief history of the industry in Arizona; overview of building design aspects and how they differ from site built; State and Federal requirements for construction and installation oversight. Emphasis will be placed on the various aspects of installation, including installation plan review and approval, permitting and inspection, the installer insignia program, and the Inter-Governmental Agreement program for administering the State requirements. Bring the 2006 & 2012 IRC. If possible, a site visit will be arranged. Please dress appropriately Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Jim Lang, Office of Manufactured Housing Session 505 Basic Electricity and the NEC This class will provide a basic understanding of electrical systems and codes and how to apply basic code concepts. Objectives: 1. Expose participants to the basic concepts of electricity and circuits 2. Provide instruction on load calculations, de-rating and electrical circuits 3. Translation of the basic concepts of electricity to code application and verification 4. Participants will be exposed to basic electrical code applications and identify common deficiencies. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Ralph Garcia, Bureau Veritas

6 Session 506 IPMC and Dilapidated Structures This class is designed as a review course for those interested in taking the Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification exam. It will include a review of the 2012 International Property Maintenance Code, the 2012 International Zoning Code, and the 2002 Legal Aspects of Code Administration. Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Mary Dickson, City of El Mirage Session 507A S.W.O.T. - Making the Most of Your Talents and Opportunities Identify your strengths and weaknesses, analyze your opportunities and threats. This analysis is a useful technique that can help you uncover opportunities that you may not have spotted. Separate yourself from your peers and further develop the specialized talents and abilities you need to advance your career and achieve our personal goals. Experience Level: All CEU s:.35 Instructor: Elaine Noble, City of Phoenix Session 507B What is Your Brand? One of the best ways to articulate your skills, experience, knowledge, and overall worth in today s competitive job market is to create a personal brand that helps you stand out in the crowd. Determine your unique value, find out how others may see you, identify your target audience, market yourself, review your brand frequently. Creating a compelling and consistent brand will help you meet your goals. Experience Level: All CEU s:.35 Instructor: Elaine Noble, City of Phoenix Session 508 Building Disasters II How they Change Codes This class is an overview of building disasters which have shaped our building and fire codes. Catastrophic events were selected from buildings which have suffered major loss of life or property, both of which impact the local communities as well as national codes. We will also look at how fire testing has progressed due to scientific and technological advancements, evolving from fire experience to fire modeling and prediction. Each building has left its signature on those concerned with fire and building safety by the impact they have had on how we design and protect buildings today. Class is for designers, fire and building code enforcement personnel who would like an historical and practical look at changes in building safety. Materials: Handouts may be available for downloading Experience Level: All CEU s:.7 Instructor: Tom Barrs, City of Scottsdale

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