Course Description:
NOTE: Manual is NOT included in course fee, you can use the online manual or purchase one from the OBOA website.
This OBOA course has been designed for those with limited experience and those looking to hone their skills in Plan Examination. This course contains all the necessary elements to provide participants with confidence to initiate and apply basic Building Code requirements. It will challenge your ability to understand and apply concepts and principles with which you may not be familiar with in completing a plan examination.
This course is designed for Building Officials, Inspectors, Architects, Engineers, Designers, Contractors, Renovators, and Fire Safety Personnel who need a working knowledge of the plan examination function with regards to application of the building code.
Objectives of the course:
- Understand the role of the plan examiner and where they fit into the construction process as they relate to housing and small buildings.
- Understand the purpose of construction codes and how they are developed.
- Understand standard operating procedures and how they define service levels.
- Understand the importance of proper and complete drawings and complete applications.
- Understand and identify the purpose of checklists.
- Understand the importance of appliable law and how this affects the issuance of a permit.
- Learn the different tools and resources available to confirm paths of compliance.
- Develop strategies and tools to create a successful plan examination system.
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