Designing Commercial Roofing Systems to Meet the 2024 International Code

From the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which sparked the creation of modern fire codes, to Hurricane Andrew's devastation that revolutionized wind resistance standards, building codes have been written in the aftermath of disasters—but understanding them before disaster strikes is what separates prepared professionals from those caught off guard. This course will guide you through the essential requirements of the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) and International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) as they apply to commercial roofing systems, including significant new provisions for tornado-prone regions and whole-building airtightness testing that could impact your next project. In this course, we provide the knowledge and practical tools needed to navigate code compliance with confidence, identify the correct requirements for any jurisdiction in the United States, and ensure your roofing system designs meet both current standards and emerging requirements.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the basic structure of building codes related to commercial roofing systems and how specific codes are established by state and local jurisdictions to keep building occupants safe, healthy, and comfortable.
• Locate the applicable building codes for any specific state and city in the U.S. using available online tools.
• Identify the latest key code requirements for commercial roofs and how to apply these requirements to ensure that roof system design and material selection meet these requirements.
• Recall available online resources to determine how to meet specific roof-related requirements of the appropriate building code in order to assure the safety and welfare of building occupants.