TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session Abstract:
Society is becoming much more aware of the barriers that currently exist in our infrastructure. To ensure that our buildings are accessible and inclusive to all, the Ontario Building Code prescribes minimum requirements for ensuring access.
In this session, you will learn how to navigate the accessibility requirements of the Ontario Building Code and become familiar with how to apply these requirements to both existing and proposed buildings. This session will also inform participants of other legislation, standards and guidelines that can be used to provide a more inclusive environment.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand the minimum OBC requirements for designing for barrier-free access,
2. Determine how to apply barrier-free requirements to existing buildings,
3. Understand your obligations with respect to other legislation, standards and guidelines,
4. Establish good practice criteria for future designs
About the Speaker:
Megan Nicoletti, Partner, CodeNext
Megan has been in the industry for 20 years and is responsible for the preparation of building and fire code assessments for architects, engineers, designers, developers, and building owners. This includes analyses of fire protection, life safety, and barrier-free designs of new and existing buildings. She is proficient in all scales of commercial, residential, infrastructure, transit, and public-sector projects, both in Canada and internationally. In addition, Megan is experienced in the development of fire engineering equivalencies that are specifically tailored to meet clients objectives, while still maintaining the desired architectural vision. Megan is also an active participant in the development of numerous fire and life safety standards through UL, and is a regular speaker at industry events and conferences.
Registration Fee:
Licensed OAA Member: $42 + HST
OAA Interns: $32 + HST
Non-Members: $62 + HST
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