Date: Fri., Dec. 8th, 2023
Time: 11:30 AM (Registration), 12:00 (Lunch), & 12:30 PM (Meeting Begins)
Venue: The Seville Chicagoland All-Inclusive Wedding Venue
Cost: $30
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Date: Mon., Nov. 20th, 2023
Time:
7:00 AM: Registration Begins
8:30 AM: Morning Session Begins
10:15-10:30 AM: Morning Break
12:00-1:00 PM: Lunch
2:30-2:45 PM: Afternoon Break
4:00 PM: Afternoon Session Ends
Venue: Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg, IL 60193
Topic: 2021 IBC Fire and Life Safety Principle
This seminar addresses the critical concepts of the 2018 IBC regarding fire and life safety issues. These concepts provide a basis for the correct use of the code in building planning, classification of buildings and occupancies, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection systems and means of egress. The content addresses issues that are necessary for many designs and plan review decisions. During this training, participants will be listening to lecture and viewing examples, as well as discussing sections of the IBC that pertain to fire and life safety principles in building. They will participate in activities that involve a set of discussion, quizzes, questions and answers individually and in groups.
The following publication is recommended to ensure success in the course:
2021 International Building Code® (IBC®)
Learning Objectives:
Classify uses into occupancy groups.
Determine the type of construction of a proposed building.
Calculate actual and allowable building height and floor area.
Identify required fire-resistance-rated assemblies.
Determine interior finish requirements.
Identify any fire protection systems required.
Determine means of egress design and component requirements
CEUs: Certificate will be issued for ICC credit
Presented By: Scott Adams, International Code Council
Scott Adams serves as the Fire Protection Engineer for the International Code Council (ICC), actively contributing within their Codes and Standards Development department. With an impressive tenure of over 35 years in fire and life safety consulting, Scott's expertise spans both municipal government roles and private practice. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland, Scott has played influential roles, both serving and chairing numerous code development and technical committees. Licensed as a Fire Protection Engineer in California, Nevada, and Utah, Scott is also a Professional Member of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE). His certifications include the ICC Fire Code Inspector II and Building Plans Examiner. Scott's accomplishments extend to chairing the Fire Marshals Work Group for the 2002 Winter Olympics. He's played a pivotal role in reviewing and analyzing alternative means and methods from design professionals, ensuring compliance with pertinent building and fire codes. Often representing jurisdictions at design review and pre-entitlement meetings, Scott is lauded for providing effective solutions to the design team's proposals. Beyond his technical expertise, Scott is a venerated instructor, offering technical training across the US and internationally to various audiences, including fire and building officials, design professionals, and contractors.
Cost: $120
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Mon., Nov. 13th, 2023
Time:
7:00 AM: Registration Begins
8:30 AM: Morning Session Begins
10:15-10:30 AM: Morning Break
12:00-1:00 PM: Lunch
2:30-2:45 PM: Afternoon Break
4:00 PM: Afternoon Session Ends
Venue: Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg, IL 60193
Topic: 2021 IMC and IFGC Combustion Air and Venting
The 2021 IMC & IFGC Combustion Air and Venting course will provide participants with a thorough understanding of the key areas of the 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, and related standards regarding combustion air & venting systems. The following publication is recommended to ensure success in the course:
2021 International Fuel Gas Code® (IFGC®)
2021 International Mechanical Code® (IMC®)
Learning Objectives:
Locate and understand requirements for specific appliances in the 2018 IFGC & 2018 IMC.
Locate applicable tables in the 2018 IFGC regarding combustion air requirements and apply data examples.
Apply code requirements to clear-cut real world situations.
Explain the intent behind a given code requirement.
Use judgment to identify borderline scenarios as compliant or noncompliant.
CEUs: Certificate will be issued for ICC credit
Presented By: Michael Mannan
Michael Mannan is currently the Director of Home Environmental Health with the City of Milwaukee’s Health Department. In his current role, he oversees compliance with construction codes, fire codes, local, state, and federal requirements involving the built environment and pragmatic solutions for funding and remediation of environmental hazards in buildings undergoing significant renovation. He is a Registered Sanitarian, International Code Council Nationally Certified Fire Marshal (FM), Certified Building Official (CBO), and Certified Housing Code Official (CHCO).
Prior to joining the Health Department, Michael spent 18+ years in code enforcement, permitting, inspection, and licensure strategy and implementation in Milwaukee’s Building Inspection department. Mr. Mannan has been a committee member of various City Committees including the Abandoned and Foreclosed Home Committee, Building Variance Committee, and the Zoning Code Technical Committee with the City of Milwaukee. Aside from municipal management, Michael Mannan is also an Adjunct Instructor for the International Code Council nationally and Building and Fire Code Academy regionally for architectural plan review, permitting, and inspection. Mr. Mannan also serves as an Expert Witness for premise liability and faulty design litigation involving health and life safety hazards for national law firms.
Cost: $120
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Mon., Nov. 6th, 2023
Time:
7:00 AM: Registration Begins
8:30 AM: Morning Session Begins
10:15-10:30 AM: Morning Break
12:00-1:00 PM: Lunch
2:30-2:45 PM: Afternoon Break
4:00 PM: Afternoon Session Ends
Venue: Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg, IL 60193
Topic: Understanding Solar Panels, EV Chargers & Battery Storage
This presentation covers key areas of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, National Electrical Code, and the Fire Codes that apply to EV Chargers & Battery Storage. Structural review and existing electrical system verification, recommendations on rough and final electrical inspections, and examples of common code violations will be discussed.
CEUs: Certificate will be issued for ICC credit
Presented By: Robert Hattier-IBEW Local 134
Robert Hattier is a Business Representative for IBEW Local 134 and the Executive Director and Master Trainer for the Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund. During his 20 years in the solar industry, Bob has been involved with numerous renewable energy projects ranging from off grid cabins to residential, commercial and utility scale interactive systems. Bob has been teaching courses on Solar, Energy Storage, Electric Vehicle Charging and Green Building since 2008 and has offered courses throughout the Midwest region. Bob, a City of Chicago Supervising Electrician, holds many industry specific credentials including NABCEP’s PV Installation Professional, PV Technical Sales Professional and PV System Inspector certifications. Additionally, he is the only IREC Certified PV Master Trainer in the Midwest. Bob’s dedication to advancing the renewable energy industry can be seen in his involvement on several Board of Directors (NABCEP, MREA), committees (Solar Ready vets, National Clean Energy Workforce Alliance, Climate Jobs Illinois), education development projects (Electrical Training Alliance PV, EVITP, ESAMTAC), and allied professional training (IREC PV Inspection, Firefighter Safety and PV, Solar Plan Review and Inspection).
Cost: $120
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Date: Tues., Oct. 10th, 2023
Time: TBD
Place: TBD
Topic: TBD
(Description forthcoming)
CEUs: TBD
Presented By: TBD
(Presenter info forthcoming)
Cost: TBD
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Tues., Aug. 8th, 2023
Time: TBD
Webcast: Zoom (Link forthcoming)
Topic: TBD
(Description forthcoming)
CEUs: TBD
Presented By: TBD
Cost: TBD
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Date: Tues., July 11th, 2023
Time: TBD
Webcast: Zoom (Link forthcoming)
Topic: Stretch Energy
(Description forthcoming)
CEUs: TBD
Presented By: Bill McHugh, CRCA
(Presenter info forthcoming)
Cost: TBD
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Tues., June 13th, 2023
Time:
12:00 PM: Legislative Overview
12:20 PM: Protect Swimmers
Webcast: Zoom (Link forthcoming)
Topic: Legislative Overview & Protect Swimmers 10M DuPage County Health Dept
Overview of child and adolescent drowning incidence and risk factors (national, state, and regional data and trends)
Overview of suction drain entrapment incidence and risk factors (national data)
Description of preventive strategies to prevent child, adolescent, and caregiver drowning
Summary of swimming pool and spa building codes for public and private swimming pools and spas
ISPSC (2021)
Drain Cover Standard (APSP-16) 2017
Suction Entrapment Prevention Standard (APSP-7) 2020
Discussion of cases
CEUs: TBD
Presented By: NWBOCA Legislative Liaison: Margaret Vaughn & Community Initiatives Coordinator: Laura Carlin Cochran, MPH
Cost: TBD
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Tues., May 9th, 2023
Time:
11:30 AM: Registration Begins
12:00 PM: Lunch Served
12:45 PM: NWBOCA President Speech & Board Updates
1:15 PM: Presentation Begins
2:30 PM: End of Presentation & Follow Up Q&A
Venue: Maggiano's Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Topic: IBEW 134 - Solar Panels
This presentation covers key areas of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, National Electrical Code, and the Fire Codes that apply to residential solar installations. Structural review and existing electrical system verification, recommendations on rough and final electrical inspections, and examples of common code violations will be discussed.
CEUs: TBD
Presented By: IBEW: Robert Hattier
Robert Hattier is a Business Representative for IBEW Local 134 and the Executive Director and Master Trainer for the Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund. During his 20 years in the solar industry, Bob has been involved with numerous renewable energy projects ranging from off grid cabins to residential, commercial and utility scale interactive systems. Bob has been teaching courses on Solar, Energy Storage, Electric Vehicle Charging and Green Building since 2008 and has offered courses throughout the Midwest region. Bob, a City of Chicago Supervising Electrician, holds many industry specific credentials including NABCEP’s PV Installation Professional, PV Technical Sales Professional and PV System Inspector certifications. Additionally, he is the only IREC Certified PV Master Trainer in the Midwest. Bob’s dedication to advancing the renewable energy industry can be seen in his involvement on several Board of Directors (NABCEP, MREA), committees (Solar Ready vets, National Clean Energy Workforce Alliance, Climate Jobs Illinois), education development projects (Electrical Training Alliance PV, EVITP, ESAMTAC), and allied professional training (IREC PV Inspection, Firefighter Safety and PV, Solar Plan Review and Inspection).
Cost: $30, cash transaction at the venue
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Fri., April 28th, 2023
Time: 8 AM - 12 PM
Venue: Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice & Training Hall, 1256 Estes Ave, Elk Grove Village
Topic: Mass Timber Construction
Cost: $30
Registration: Click here to register.
Date: Tues., April 11th, 2023
Time:
11:30 AM: Registration Begins
12:00 PM: Lunch Served
12:45 PM: NWBOCA President Speech & Board Updates
1:15 PM: Presentation Begins
2:30 PM: End of Presentation & Follow Up Q&A
Venue: Maggiano's Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Topic: Significant Changes to the 2018 and 2021 IRC for Deck Construction
AWC will present a class on significant changes to the 2018 and 2021 IRC Wood Deck Code provisions, mostly found in R507. This 1 hour and 15 minutes class will explore changes to each code edition and explain how they affect wood deck construction, plan review and inspections. This is a great refresher class to attend just before deck permits start rolling in at the start of spring.
CEUs: Certificate will be issued for ICC credit
Presented By: AWC: Ed Lisinski, PE, CBO
Cost: $30, cash transaction at the venue
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Tues., March 14th, 2023
Time:
11:30 AM: Registration Begins
12:00 PM: Lunch Served
12:45 PM: NWBOCA President Speech & Board Updates
1:15 PM: Presentation Begins
2:30 PM: End of Presentation & Follow Up Q&A
Venue: Maggiano's Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Topic: Firestop 101 - A Life Safety Issue
Introduction to Firestop
Consequences of Building Fires
Life Safety Issues
Code Sections on Penetrations & Joints
Current Standards & Testing Methods
Understanding UL Nomenclature & How to Select the Correct Firestop System
Specific Firestop System Drawings & Engineering Judgments
Factors Effecting Firestop Performance
Inspection Issues
Typical Firestop Applications – Good & Bad
Fireblocking/ Draftstopping vs. Firestopping
Product Introductions (if time allows)
CEUs: Certificate will be issued for ICC credit
Presented By: Daniel Pooja, Sr FP Specialist, Hilti North America
Cost: $30, cash transaction at the venue
Registration: Required, please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com to register.
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Date: Tues., Feb. 14th, 2023
Time:
11:30 AM: Registration Begins
12:00 PM: Lunch Served & Meeting Begins
2:30 PM: NLT Ending Time of Presentation & Follow Up Q&A
Venue: Maggiano's Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Topic: Solar in Your Community
Solar is the fastest growing form of energy in the world. As we see adoption in IL, there are a lot of pieces to how it is designed, installed and incentivized. The presentation will cover the basics of residential solar energy systems as well as the installation process, current state and federal financial incentives, and how to get started.
CEUs: No certificate will be issued, however see below to still capitalize on ICC CEUs.
ICC allows Non-ICC or Non-ICC Preferred Provider Participation as a student for an onsite technical session for the remaining 50% CEUs required for renewing your certification(s). Click here for details.
Presented By: Lisa Albrecht, ISEA SolarAPP+ Program Coodinator, ISEA
Lisa Albrecht is a board member for the ISEA, serving from 2007-2010 and then from 2012 to present. She also consults with ISEA and is collaborating with communities on SolarAPP+, an online permitting platform written in collaboration with UL, NREL and code entities. She worked at Solar Service for 12 years and in 2018 opened All Bright Solar, a design/installation company primarily focused on residential and small commercial projects in the Chicago area.
Cost: $30, cash transaction at the venue
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In person AWC CEU Confirmed
Residential FAQ’s; this class covers questions that we get from building
officials in our help desk, and deals a lot with decks, connectors, wood
properties and various materials.
Date: Jan 10th 2023, Tuesday
Time: Registration starting at 11:30 am, meeting and lunch at 12:00, and program after.
Venue: Maggiano’s Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193. https://goo.gl/maps/V4Kvh7zCTmGmwG6C7
Topic: Residential FAQ’s; this class covers questions that American Wood Council receives from building officials at their help desk, and deals a lot with decks, connectors, wood properties and various materials.
CEUs: Yes, will be provided through ICC
Presentation by:
Ed Lisinski, P.E., C.B.O.
American Wood Council
Midwest Regional Manager
C 414-412-6096 E elisinski@awc.org
Costs: $30.00. Payment shall be made in cash at the venue, however pre-registration is required. Please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com if you plan on attending.
Feel free to contact the board at nwboca.news@gmail.com, if you have any questions or concerns.
**NWBOCA May membership monthly meeting and paid Lunch and Learn session will be in person.** All social distancing guidelines shall be followed. Virtual training is not available for this session.
Date: May 10th, Tuesday
Time: Registration starting at 11:30 am, meeting and lunch at 12:00, and program after
Venue: Maggiano’s Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193. https://goo.gl/maps/V4Kvh7zCTmGmwG6C7
Topic: ELEVATOR CODE ASME A17.1 (2019)
New Life Safety Requirements
Video and Messaging System (VAM)
Door Re-opening devices
3D Front Approach Protection
New required testing documentation
FAID - Fire alarm Initiating Devices -Testing requirements for Hydraulic and Traction/Cable
What is required for testing of recall system
Who is required on site for testing of recall
Timeline and deadlines
MRL (Machine Room Less) Elevators-MRL Elevators and what they are
Presentation by: John Thompson Jr – Thompson Elevator Inspection Service-Began in the elevator industry in 1984 , working as an apprentice and then achieving journeyman mechanic with Westinghouse Elevator Corporation . John became QEI certified in October 1991. John held an officer position with NAESA (National Association of Elevator Safety Authorities) Central Region. John currently is a member of NWBOCA and SBOC.
Costs: $20.00. Payment shall be made in cash at the venue, however pre-registration is required. Please email NWBOCA atnwboca.news@gmail.com if you plan on attending.
Feel free to contact the board at nwboca.news@gmail.com or me at 630 420 6021 if you have any questions or concerns.
Dear NWBOCA membership,
Based on response to the survey, NWBOCA board has decided to offer a mix of in person and virtual Lunch and Learn training sessions this year. All social distancing guidelines shall be followed. ICC representative Tim Schmitz shall be attending and will have ICC updates to share.
**NWBOCA April membership monthly meeting and paid Lunch and Learn session will be in person.**
Date: April 12th
Time: Registration starting at 11:30 am, meeting and lunch at 12:00, and program after.
Venue: Maggiano’s Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193. https://goo.gl/maps/V4Kvh7zCTmGmwG6C7
Topic: Grounding and Bounding for all types of pools, NEC. CEU will not be offered for this presentation.
Presentation by: Bill Dettmer, CLEC Enterprises, Inc.
Bill Dettmer founded CLEC Enterprises Inc. in 2015. Bill has taught at McHenry County College and Harper College for several years until opening his own education facility partnering with the colleges and recently partnering with Harper College, College of Lake County, Elgin Community College, and Rock Valley College.
Costs: $20.00. Payment shall be made in cash at the venue, however pre-registration is required. Please email NWBOCA at nwboca.news@gmail.com if you plan on attending.
Feel free to contact the board at nwboca.news@gmail.com or me at 630 420 6021 if you have any questions or concerns.
Sanyokta Kapur, CBO
NWBOCA President.
Event: NWBOCA virtual membership meeting and training.
Date: Tuesday, March 8th from 11:30am – 12:30pm.
Virtual Presentation Topic:
The topic will be:
· Common mistake made during inspection for commercial or residential IECC compliance (Illinois)
· Common mistake made during plan review for commercial or residential IECC compliance.(Illinois)
Presenter information:
Ryan Siegel is a Senior Energy Engineer for SEDAC, consulting with public entities in Illinois to identify ways to improve the efficiency of their facilities. Ryan has also become the lead trainer and energy code expert for SEDAC’s Energy Code Training Program.
Sign up Link:
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Hi there,
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Mar 8, 2022 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Topic: NWBOCA March General Membership Meeting
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Presentation by: Ryan Schaefer, Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Territory Sales Manager- WI.,IL; cell: 630-803-6361; email: rschaefer@strongtie.com
Credit:
CEU Credits Offered (0.1=1 Hour) 0.1
Description:
This course was created to help familiarize home inspectors, building inspectors and building officials with the AWC DCA 6, International Residential Code and International Building Code requirements for the construction of decks to ensure they are safe, strong and code-compliant.
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