RJA01 - Smoke Control Design & Testing Developments
The participants will gain knowledge of smoke control prescriptive and performance-based code requirements, design criteria and methodologies, smoke plume configurations, effects of building design features on smoke control, new technologies, and testing protocol.
RJA10 - Building Code Basics - New York State Building Codes
An overview of the major building code issues that need to be considered in building architectural design, presented in the context of the current New York State Building Code. Attendees will gain a working knowledge of the code and understand the concepts and the intent behind many of the major code requirements.
RJA13 - Application of Performance-Based Design in Fire Protection
The participants will know what performance-based design is and when it is applicable. They will learn why they should use performance based design, and its status throughout the world. Participants will also be able to understand the benefits and disadvantages of using performance-based design instead of the prescriptive approach.
RJA52 - Sprinkler Trade-Offs in the 2003 IBC
This program will examine the 2003 IBC and what implications this has on sprinkler systems. After attending this presentation, attendees should be able to:
• Identify the correct hourly fire resistance ratings for building types based on the 2003 IBC
• Recognize and identify criteria to be used in determining construction requirements of sprinklered and non-sprinklered buildings
• Evaluate the principles in each project to determine different ideas of acceptable risk and base decisions on sound principles
RJA53 - Integrating Life Safety and Security Systems in High-Rise Buildings
This program will examine how several high profile building fires have led to a focus on occupant safety and security during emergencies. After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to:
• Understand and apply relevant building codes, ordinances, and mandates for different situations
• Learn about different stairwell re-entry systems and be able to apply them to different situations for the most effective, safe, and secure environment for building occupants
• Evaluate building factors (occupant type, building lay-out) etc., to determine the over life-safety plan that is right for that property
RJA54 - Performance-Based Design for Green Buildings
This program will give an in-depth look into how performance-based design methods can be used for unique buildings to perform more accurate smoke management systems analysis. After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to:
• Use a real-world example of how “green” building and unique building layouts can effect how accurate smoke management analysis and fire rating is and how to overcome those inaccuracies
• How to integrate code required and fire safety systems while maintaining the “green” design of the facility
• Understand how fire modeling can improve and provide a more detailed look at how actual fire and emergency situations will play out in these types of buildings
RJA55 - 2003 IBC Fire Alarm and Detection System Requirements
This program will review the 2003 IBC and all applicable codes to determine the requirements for each specific building, use, and situation. After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to:
• Understand the different types of detection systems and determine which is best in different scenarios based on occupant type and building characteristics
• Know when fire alarm and detection systems need to be monitored by an approved supervising station
• Determine when a fire alarm system is necessary if a sprinkler system is already in place
RJA56 - Safer Emergency Exiting Through Pathway Lighting
This program will review the shift in emergency lighting from tradition overhead to pathway marking and how this is more beneficial in a fire emergency situation. After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to:
• Evaluate different technology available to determine which type is best for a specific facility to guide occupants out in case of an emergency
• Understand occupant behaviors and reactions in emergencies and how that translates to which type of pathway marking should be use to ensure the safest course of egress
RJA57 - Egress Modeling
How and when to utilize Timed Egress Models to a project. What to look for when reviewing different Egress models. What data can be gathered when utilizing Egress Models and how to apply it to a design project.
RJA58 - IBC Mall Provisions
International Building Code requirements applicable to covered mall buildings and comparison of these requirements with the covered mall building requirements of the 2001 Edition of California Building Code.
RJA59 - NFPA 45 - Standard on Fire Protection for Labs Using Chemicals
Laboratories present unique fire protection and life safety challenges due to the hazardous materials being stored and used, as well as the changeable nature of the research and bench scale processing. This presentation provides the major requirements contained in NFPA 45 Standard for Fire Protection in Laboratories Using Chemicals (2000 Edition). Topics to be discussed include: laboratory unit classification and design; flammable and combustible liquid quantity limits; fire protection; explosion hazards; laboratory ventilation; chemical storage and handling; gas storage and use; laboratory operations; and hazard identification.
RJA60 - 2006 NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code Update with Healthcare Focus
Participants will have a better understanding of the significant code changes, with particular focus on healthcare occupancies, made in the 2006 edition of the Life Safety Code.
RJA64 - Use and Application of the IBC on International Projects
This presentation will present the following:
• Typical building and fire code related design challenges for international projects
• General background of the International Building Code (IBC)
• Strengths of the IBC for use on international projects
• The IBC code change process
• Application of Third Party review for the IBC
RJA65 - IBC 2006
This program will review significant changes in the 2006 edition of the International Building Code (IBC). After attending this program, attendees will be able to:
1. Identify the significant changes in the 2006 IBC;
2. Determine under what conditions these changes are applicable;
3. Recognize the impact of these changes on building design features.
RJA66 - Assuring Survivable Circuits with Rated Cable
Objectives:
1. Learn the requirements for circuit survivability in the National Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72);
2. Identify the types of rated cables;
3. Learn alternative designs to the use of 2-hour rated cables.
RJA67 - Fundamentals of Sprinkler Systems
This presentation discusses in depth the various components of a sprinkler system, and the different types of sprinkler systems that a designer might utilize based on the hazard to be protected. Basic design principles and guidelines are discussed.
RJA68 - 2007 California Building Code Changes
Inform architects of new California Building Code requirements that differ from current code requirements. Also provide intent of code changes and calculation methods that form the basis for changes as they affect occupancy type, construction types, height/area limits.
RJA69 - Fire Protection/LS Code Compliance for Laboratory Facilities
Become familiar with the IBC and NFPA requirements for separation of building areas storing and using hazardous materials. Understand the similarities and differences between the control area, laboratory unit, and high hazard occupancy approaches. Learn the fire protection and life safety features and challenges associated with hazardous materials storage and use.
RJA70 - Performance Based Building Codes and Historic Buildings
The national shift toward the International Code Council "family" of codes presents a greater opportunity to implement performance based design solutions in lieu of the prescriptive requirements that were contained in former model codes. The ICC's intent was to provide a framework to achieve defined fire and life safety objectives by means of a systematic approach, rather than the one solution that has been historically provided in the model codes. The shift towards fire protection and life safety performance based design offers new opportunities for better architectural design solutions in historic buildings without destroying their fabric or heritage. Topics of discussion include: What is the evolution in building codes and the key differences found in the IBC Group? What is the effect of the new codes on historic buildings and the tools that enable the best design? How do you negotiate the approval of the performance-based design plan with the building and fire authorities?
RJA71 - Egress Code Implications for Assembly and University Spaces
Assembly occupancies create unique life-safety issues. We describe a methodology and the process used to examine such occupancies. An overview of the general and specific egress requirements is provided. The confusing yet critical determination of ‘use group’ classification of higher education classroom buildings (A-3, Assembly vs. B, Business) is discussed and we examine the differences between the two and the associated design implications. We describe the development of useful life safety drawings and conclude with a discussion of evacuation planning strategies for managing and coordinating the unique life-safety issues of assembly occupancies.
RJA72 - Vertical Openings: A Comparison of IBC and NFPA 101 Requirements
This program will compare and contrast the vertical (floor) opening requirements of the 2003 edition of the International Building Code (IBC), and the 2003 edition of the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101). Attendees will learn the definitions and different requirements for atriums, shafts, convenience openings, communicating spaces and mezzanines.
RJA74 - New Georgia Codes - 2007
Learning Objectives:
1. Familiarize the architectural community with the newly adopted code structure in the State of Georgia;
2. Understand the notable changes to NFPA codes and their effects when designing a building;
3. Become familiar with significant changes to the IBC and the implications to building design;
4. Review the newly adopted elevator lobby and atrium smoke control requirements in the State of Georgia.
RJA75 - Fire Protection Engineering and the Design Practice
Gain an understanding of the capabilities of a fire protection engineer. Become familiar with the fire protection engineer's role in the design process. Gain an understanding of the process for incorporating fire resistance into the structural design process.
New 2008 NYC Building Code - Fire Protection Requirements - AIA Approval Pending
This program will review the new fire protection requirements in Chapter 7 - Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction and Chapter 9 - Fire Protection Systems. After attending this presentation, attendees will be able to:
• understand the various types of fire-resistance-rated construction required by the code
• understand the conditions that require installation of automatic fire extinguishing systems
• understand the conditions that require installation of fire alarm systems
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