Class description: TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP:

Duration: 14 hours

This program aims to develop effective team-building methods for

staff members, leaders, and managers. It covers various elements and

techniques to help managers communicate better with their team,

handle difficult situations as a leader, understand the advantages and

disadvantages of remote work environments, use employee

evaluations to build a stronger team, provide mentorship, and

develop emotional intelligence while dealing with bias. The program

also helps you identify your leadership strengths and improve your

communication skills. The key focus of this program is team building.

Leading through change with clarity and trust:

• Conscious Bias v. Unconscious Bias

• Emotional intelligence

• Dealing with issues under difficult times as a leader

• What is a Theory “X” Manager

• What is a Theory “Y” Leader

• Understand the difference between managers and LEADERS.

• The four basic management skills

• What are the successful qualities of a manager/leader?

• Making a difference is this possible?

• Importance of team building - Empowering teams through

Transformational Leadership

• Courage in leadership, what does this mean?

• Which role suits you best, leader or manager?

• How to develop the next generation of leaders

• Performance reviews

• Dealing with difficult employees

• Disciplining Employees

• Termination

This 2-day course is intended to provide essential information in the areas of code administration and history, legal aspects, customer service, basic plan review, inspection process, zoning requirements, permit fee calculations, basic occupancy and construction types, basic means of egress and dealing with difficult customers.

ICC CEU: .7

ICC PPN: 29428

Description: Grounding and Bonding encompasses some of the most important and yet least understood elements of the Code. This seminar will focus on understanding how these elements join together to provide a safe environment in which electricity can be used. Class will be based upon the 2020 NEC.

This class is a basic overview of the means of egress requirements included in Chapter 10 of the IBC. The presentation will include detailed discussions on the design of the means of egress in buildings. Subjects included in the class are the three parts of the means of egress including occupant loads, egress width, number of exits, travel distance, common path of egress travel and exit enclosures. Practical examples will be used to illustrate code requirements.

Participants will be able to identify unique plan reviews and special considerations of special occupancies and operations of the International Fire Code, Chapters 20-39. These chapters include high-piled storage, tents and membrane structures, industrial ovens, flammable finishes, combustible dust producing operations, motor-fuel dispensing, repair garages and more.

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Class description: TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP:

Duration: 14 hours

This program aims to develop effective team-building methods for

staff members, leaders, and managers. It covers various elements and

techniques to help managers communicate better with their team,

handle difficult situations as a leader, understand the advantages and

disadvantages of remote work environments, use employee

evaluations to build a stronger team, provide mentorship, and

develop emotional intelligence while dealing with bias. The program

also helps you identify your leadership strengths and improve your

communication skills. The key focus of this program is team building.

Leading through change with clarity and trust:

• Conscious Bias v. Unconscious Bias

• Emotional intelligence

• Dealing with issues under difficult times as a leader

• What is a Theory “X” Manager

• What is a Theory “Y” Leader

• Understand the difference between managers and LEADERS.

• The four basic management skills

• What are the successful qualities of a manager/leader?

• Making a difference is this possible?

• Importance of team building - Empowering teams through

Transformational Leadership

• Courage in leadership, what does this mean?

• Which role suits you best, leader or manager?

• How to develop the next generation of leaders

• Performance reviews

• Dealing with difficult employees

• Disciplining Employees

• Termination

This 2-day course is intended to provide essential information in the areas of code administration and history, legal aspects, customer service, basic plan review, inspection process, zoning requirements, permit fee calculations, basic occupancy and construction types, basic means of egress and dealing with difficult customers.

ICC CEU: .7

ICC PPN: 29428

Objectives: Upon completion: participants will better be able to:

1 Understand common vertical loads and load sources on a structure

2 Better understand the source of lateral loads on a structure

3 Understand common residential structural component terminology

4 Be able to recognize the complete vertical load path in a typical residential structure

5 Be able to recognize the complete lateral load path in a typical residential structure

Description: The primary objective of the morning session is to increase the knowledge of Inspectors and Plan reviewers as it relates to growing applications of Hybrid (Zoned) HVAC systems within residential dwellings and other important aspects of the 2018 International Residential Code. The primary objective of the afternoon session is to increase your knowledge as it relates to Residential Plumbing Systems, General Regulations, Inspections, and other important aspects of the Plumbing Code under the 2018 International Residential Code.

Learn the inspection procedures for fire sprinkler systems most commonly seen in new construction, kitchen hood suppression systems and fire alarm systems. There will be an introduction to some special systems as well.

Identifies IBC provisions applicable to the design and construction of tenant space improvements. The discussion addresses the three most common types of uses: business, mercantile and

Identifies IBC provisions applicable to the design and construction of tenant space improvements. The discussion addresses the three most common types of uses: business, mercantile and

assembly. It emphasizes options available in the code for gaining compliance. Identifies IBC provisions applicable to the design and construction of tenant space improvements. The discussion addresses the three most common types of uses: business, mercantile and

assembly. It emphasizes options available in the code for gaining compliance

Discussion includes occupancy separations and fire areas, type of construction features, fire-resistance-rated construction, interior finish materials, fire protection features, means of egress components and means of egress design.

Description: A comprehensive study of all phases of residential construction geared toward the Permit Tech. Construction and inspection process, and terminology will be covered in depth. Attendees will gain knowledge about the construction of a single-family residence- both frame and masonry, be able to identify various construction materials and have a better understanding of the required inspections.ICC CEU: 0.7

Contact hours: 7

ICC PPN: 29435

Description: This 7-hour class will cover the basics of what is required to be a Building Official including politics, personnel issues, budgeting, image, dealing with the public, professional development, staffing, dealing with the media, management, ethics and basic legal matters. Class participation will be encouraged.  

?Who should attend: Building Officials, Plans Examiners, Building Inspectors, Permit Technicians, Code Enforcement Officers or Department Directors.

Description: This class will provide an overview of critical elements for plan review and inspection of ESS, PV solar systems and backup generators. Topics will cover key plan check and inspection points of these alternative energy systems. The course will also address differences between battery backup systems and energy storage systems.

Energy Storage and Electric Vehicles are becoming more prevalent in Arizona. The student will learn the basics about batteries, energy storage safety and the requirements currently in the codes. Understanding electric vehicles, different charging strategies and the infrastructure required will also become critical with the increased penetration of EVs in the market. The class will cover requirements in the NEC, IRC, IBC, IFC and NFPA855 codes and standards in an easy-to-understand manner.

Description: This course will cover performing residential new home inspections from beginning (soils) to issuance of CofO. Major topics will include: • Underground plumbing (drain, waste, vent and sewer) • Foundation system inspections • Wood construction framing inspections (strap, shear & brace) • Rough inspections, all components, • Gypsum (shear nail, attachment) • Final inspections As a bonus, the course will also include tactics and ideas to help increasing your chance of success passing certifications tests. Attendees should bring the 2018 International Residential Code

Comprehensive discussion of the major compartmentalization concepts of the IBC, focusing on those requirements that deal with building size, sprinkler options and mixed-use buildings. Fire-resistance-rated construction is also addressed. This class will include topics on allowable areas, area increased, unlimited area buildings, fire area concept and construction, incidental/accessory use areas and separated/non-separated uses.

Description: This class is designed to provide basic plan review experience needed to perform reviews at the counter. Discussion will include: basic blueprint reading, scales, construction and inspection terminology. Hands-on reviews will include gas pipe sizing, pools and spas, decks, patios, carport, and accessory buildings with a basic understanding of electrical, mechanical and plumbing code requirements for these types of projects.

Description: This class will provide ongoing instruction on utilizing the 2010 ADA Standards in design, plan review and inspection. There will be discuss on the differences between the Federal ADA laws, the Arizona accessibility laws, IBC ANSI and locally adopted accessibility codes.

Description: The residential electrical code training will be an interactive class discussing code requirements, installations, and jurisdictional inspection responsibilities from a minimum requirement. This class will focus on breaking down code arrangement, useful table, definitions, branch circuits, conductor sizes, receptacle outlets spacing requirements within walls, countertops, services, grounding electrode systems, fault current, fully rated/series rated, GFCI, AFCI requirements, boxes, luminaires and open topic discussions.

:  Get the latest on new chemistries and technologies in the energy storage arena. The class will cover residential and commercial safety requirements in the latest versions of the NEC, IBC, IRC, IFC, and NFPA855. Items that should be reviewed in permitting, including UL9540a reports, Emergency Response Plans, and other permit documents will be discussed. Discussion of incidents at energy storage facilities will include reviewing root causes and possible modifications that would have prevented the incidents.

This course will discuss firestop life safety issues and code requirements. Interior walls and joints systems meeting critical performance criteria and acoustic design. Quality control review of firestop installations and how to evaluate correct or incorrect installations. IBC 2021 & 2024 review of code updates, applications, clarifications, and definitions related to firestopping and Joint Systems. IBC special inspection requirements and how changes have impacted the industry including IFC (International Fire Council) education program. Finally, a quick review of adhesive anchor inspection including a review of ACI and ICC-ES requirements. 

This seminar is a comprehensive review of Chapter 17 of the 2012 International Building Code. We will discuss the development of a special inspection program in a jurisdiction and how to evaluate special inspection agencies. The requirements for special inspection agencies will be reviewed. We will also discuss the types of special inspections required by the code and how they will be conducted. This provides the building department with the knowledge to do oversight inspections. Available resources will also be provided and discussed.

$15 registration fee due at the event! (Cash or Zelle)

(Note: There will be no cash winnings! It's all about fun & entertainment!: *This aint Vegas!)

Appetizers provided!

Gifts and raffles too!

(*First 40 registrants only)