BC Rough Framing Inspection 1HR
1 Hour Video Course
Designed for builders, building officials, and inspectors, this course equips participants with foundational knowledge to navigate the complexities of the International Residential Code (IRC) and the Michigan Residential Code.
Description
Instructor: Larry Rospierski
Course Description
Designed for builders, building officials, and inspectors, this course equips participants with foundational knowledge to navigate the complexities of the International Residential Code (IRC) and the Michigan Residential Code.
Starting outdoors, learners will grasp the significance of viewing a house as a continuous structural unit, emphasizing the pivotal role of ventilation. As participants transition to indoors, the course describes the nuances of garage framing, particularly truss planning and its importance. Further deepening their inspection knowledge, participants will explore the challenges associated with truss lapping and nail placements, ensuring structural integrity at every step.
A vital component of the course addresses residential safety, highlighting the imperative nature of smoke detectors and their strategic placement. By the end of this course, participants will be able to recall key inspection principles, describe structural requirements, and identify crucial safety components.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Recall the main purpose of the course and identify the primary codes under which the rough framing inspection is conducted.
- Describe the importance of continuous structural integrity in a house and explain the need for proper ventilation.
- Identify key components of the garage's framing plan, especially the significance of the truss and its associated plans.
- Recognize the importance of proper lapping in trusses and the challenges associated with ensuring correct nail placement.
- List the requirements for smoke detectors in residential spaces, specifically their placement in relation to bedrooms