TITLE: 2015 IRC Wood Wall Bracing Provisions

COURSE DESCRIPTION:This seminar provides a comprehensive explanation of the 2015 International Residential Code (IRC) Wood Wall bracing requirements. The seminar will focus on basic requirements and clarify the application of wall bracing provisions in the IRC wall bracing Sections R602.10 thru R602.12.

Goal: Participants will successfully apply the provisions of the 2015 IRC to case studies involving bracing requirements for wood-framed residential structures in their region.

Course Objectives:

• Identify the forces that act on a house.
• Describe the history of bracing and how it works.
• Determine how much bracing is required, and how adjustment factors are applied.
• Recognize special considerations for bracing.
• Apply attachment details, and pony and cripple wall details.
• Apply wall bracing provisions of the IRC.
• Describe the physical limits under which bracing can be used.

Instructor: James D. Quigley, M.C.P.
President, National Code Consultants, Inc., State College, Pennsylvania
March 1988 to present

* Provide consultation services for organization and administration of municipal code departments
* Code consultant for architects, engineers, project developers, and building contractors
* Manage National Inspection Agency, an independent plan examination and inspection agency
* Expert witness civil litigation state & federal courts

Manager, Middle Department Inspection Agency, Inc., Marshallton, Delaware
December 1987 to March 1988

* Supervised three offices in two states for an independent inspection agency
* Developed training programs for inspection personnel in seven states
* Negotiated municipal contracts

Director, Centre Region Code Administration, State College, Pennsylvania
February 1982 to December 1987

* Administrator of all construction, fire, and maintenance codes for four municipalities
* Supervised fifteen plans examiner/inspectors and three secretaries
* Established efficient professional modular appeals board and procedures
* Initiated comprehensive public education program
* Established summer inspection program employing professors and engineering students
* Developed computerized permit issuance, inspection, and record keeping system

Deputy Director of Community Development, City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
January 1981 to February 1982

* Directed 168 employees in four bureaus
* Developed cross-training program for inspection personnel
* By special act of City Council assumed direction of Health Department & Zoning Bureau -Approved as City Health Officer by the Pennsylvania Department of Health
* Continued to exercise duties of Code Administrator

Code Administrator, City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
September 1978 to February 1982

* Administrator of all construction, fire, and sanitation codes
* Instituted forceful public relations effort
* Established formal education program for technical staff
* Executive Director of federal & state grant funded weatherization program -Established prototype cost and quality effective subcontractor program
* Project Manager of federally funded Vector Control program
* Dramatically increased revenue recovery through assumpsit actions
* Increased staff productivity while reducing personnel by 30%
* Instituted material recovery and reuse procedures
* Developed computerized record keeping system before most City departments

Inspections Supervisor, City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
May 1978 to September 1978

* Developed uniform inspection reporting and evaluation system
* Coordinated communication between five site offices
* Developed formal classroom and field instruction programs

Rehabilitation Technician, City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
March 1976 to September 1978

* First city rehabilitation technician
* Developed rehabilitation guidelines, cost evaluation systems, and contractor compliance criteria
* City liaison with Penn State for continuing education

Housing Inspector, City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
March 1974 * Perfect civil service test and evaluation

Program Coordinator, Construction Codes & Safety Science, Harrisburg Area Community College, Harrisburg, PA
January 2004 to March 2012

* Developed Diploma, Certificate & Degree Programs
* Provided counseling for former, present & prospective students
* Provided supervision of teaching staff
* Continued to teach credit courses
* Continued to develop & teach non-credit courses

Instructor Building Code Enforcement, Harrisburg Area Community College, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
January 1992 to December 2003

* Syllabus development & instruction of technical credit courses to -18, 124 credit hours /year
* Syllabus development & instruction of technical non-credit courses-18, 124 credit hours /year
* -approximately 100-120 contact hours/year

Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—0.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—0.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—0.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—0.6)

Where / When:

Heman Park Community Center

975 Pennsylvania Ave.

University City, Mo. 63130

May 25th, 2018

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:00 am

Seminar: 8:30 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: $80

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

PAYMENTS: Send payments to MABOI, 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO  63043

MULTI-BUILDING INSPECTOR

City of Florissant is seeking a Multi-Building Inspector.  3 years of progressive experience in code enforcement as well as construction/building trades will be required.    Advanced training in local building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and fire codes is highly desirable. Must obtain certification as an ICC Residential Combination Inspector.  Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.  Applicant may apply online at https://florissantmo.applicantpro.com/jobs/  or submit resume to Human Resources, 1055 rue St. Francois, Florissant, MO 63031, open until filled.  hr@florissantmo.com  Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Veteran/Disabled

Please join us for the annual MABOI installation of officers and banquet.  Similar to last year, the annual banquet will be held at the Ameristar–Imagination Ballroom.

• Who-                     MABOI BOD & Membership
• What-                   MABOI’s 2018 BOD Installation Banquet/Ceremony
• Where-                Ameristar Casino “Imagination Ballroom”
• When-                  Friday, September 28, 2018  -6:30pm check-in (6:30-10 pm)

Below is a map to get to the ballroom for the upcoming banquet.

To get to the ballroom, go up the escalators and around the hall (as shown in red).

To RSVP: Register at Eventbrite HERE

Please join us for the annual MABOI installation of officers and banquet.  Similar to last year, the annual banquet will be held at the Ameristar–Imagination Ballroom.

• Who-                     MABOI BOD & Membership
• What-                   MABOI’s 2018 BOD Installation Banquet/Ceremony
• Where-                Ameristar Casino “Imagination Ballroom”
• When-                  Friday, September 28, 2018  -6:30pm check-in (6:30-10 pm)

Below is a map to get to the ballroom for the upcoming banquet.

To get to the ballroom, go up the escalators and around the hall (as shown in red).

To RSVP: Register at Eventbrite HERE

Every three years, the Missouri Association of Building and Fire Officials puts together one of the best educational and networking opportunities for the region and this year is no different. Some of the highlights include:

• 23 Unique training sessions from some of our favorite speakers over 3 days
• Vendor product expo showcasing new products
• Speaking opportunities from the President of MABFO, President of ICC, and Vice President of ICC
• A crowd pleaser as always, the hospitality suite

Attached is the full conference brochure and also a link to register through Eventbrite for the conference. Registering is also available via mail, the details for that are in the brochure. Some key notes:

• Early bird registration ends August 14th, at $275, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Regular registration, at $325, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Companion fee is $50
• Lodging registration is separate, early bird registration ends August 14th, at $119 per night, after that date regular rates apply

We hope to see you all there!

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Building Official

Franklin County, KS is now accepting applications for a Building Official.

This position is responsible for the enforcement of the provisions of all codes related to building construction, structural installation and demolition as adopted by the County Commissioners for the unincorporated areas of the County.

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university OR four to five years related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Ensures compliance with the County’s adopted Building Codes.  Confers with Department Head on general policies related to departmental policy, special assignments and related matters.  Performs all the duties outlined in the Building Inspector position.

Apply on-line at www.HRePartners.com.  Starting salary- $45,100 DOQ/E.  Position is open until filled with applications reviewed weekly.  Position will close without notice.

For more information, contact Human Resources, 1428 S. Main, Suite 2, Ottawa, KS 66067 or at (785) 229-3444.  Franklin County is an EOE.

2018 0627 Building Official job annoucement

Every three years, the Missouri Association of Building and Fire Officials puts together one of the best educational and networking opportunities for the region and this year is no different. Some of the highlights include:

• 23 Unique training sessions from some of our favorite speakers over 3 days
• Vendor product expo showcasing new products
• Speaking opportunities from the President of MABFO, President of ICC, and Vice President of ICC
• A crowd pleaser as always, the hospitality suite

Attached is the full conference brochure and also a link to register through Eventbrite for the conference. Registering is also available via mail, the details for that are in the brochure. Some key notes:

• Early bird registration ends August 14th, at $275, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Regular registration, at $325, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Companion fee is $50
• Lodging registration is separate, early bird registration ends August 14th, at $119 per night, after that date regular rates apply

We hope to see you all there!

2018_MEGAbrochure

Eventbrite registration

Full-Time Building Commissioner

The City of Valley Park is accepting applications for a Building Commissioner.  Under the supervision of the City Clerk, these position responsibilities include the issuance of all permits, review all construction plans, perform inspections, organize public hearings and serve as the liaison to the Planning & Zoning Commission, investigate complaints, research municipal codes, and respond to public inquiries.  Additionally, this position involves maintaining accurate records for all permits, plans, and inspection for the City of Valley Park.  This is a full-time position and the pay is determined by qualifications.  The application deadline is August 10, 2018.

A complete job description and application can be found at http://www.valleyparkmo.org/employment-opportunities.

How to Apply/Contact

Please send resume and completed employment application to:

City of Valley Park

Attn:  Bill Hanks, City Clerk

320 Benton Street

Valley Park, MO 63088

or by email to bhanks@valleyparkmo.org

On September 26th, MABOI will host a free seminar at Syberg’s Westport.  At noon, a vote of the membership will be held to change the organization’s bylaws related to Membership.

Below, you will find a copy of the proposed changes.

Proposed Membership Bylaws Change 180719

Please join us for the annual MABOI installation of officers and banquet.  Similar to last year, the annual banquet will be held at the Ameristar–Imagination Ballroom.

• Who-                     MABOI BOD & Membership
• What-                   MABOI’s 2018 BOD Installation Banquet/Ceremony
• Where-                Ameristar Casino “Imagination Ballroom”
• When-                  Friday, September 28, 2018  -6:30pm check-in (6:30-10 pm)
• Cost-                    NO COST, MABOI pays for the event

To RSVP: Register at Eventbrite HERE

Below is a map to get to the ballroom for the upcoming banquet.

To get to the ballroom, go up the escalators and around the hall (as shown in red)

Building Inspector I

• Type: Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate:$50,690-$69,952
• Posted Date:07/13/2018 8:58 AM
• Deadline to Apply:08/07/2018 5:00 PM

Every three years, the Missouri Association of Building and Fire Officials puts together one of the best educational and networking opportunities for the region and this year is no different. Some of the highlights include:

• 23 Unique training sessions from some of our favorite speakers over 3 days
• Vendor product expo showcasing new products
• Speaking opportunities from the President of MABFO, President of ICC, and Vice President of ICC
• A crowd pleaser as always, the hospitality suite

Attached is the full conference brochure and also a link to register through Eventbrite for the conference. Registering is also available via mail, the details for that are in the brochure. Some key notes:

• Early bird registration ends August 14th, at $275, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Regular registration, at $325, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Companion fee is $50
• Lodging registration is separate, early bird registration ends August 14th, at $119 per night, after that date regular rates apply

We hope to see you all there!

2018_MEGAbrochure

Eventbrite registration

Jeff Carter, MABOI Director, bestows the Gerald “Jerry” Wessels Education Award award to Dave Kasl

Dave Kasl has 40+ years of experience in the two largest regional jurisdictions: St. Louis County and the City of St. Louis.  He has a Bachelor of Architecture from Kansas State University and is a Registered Architect in the State of Missouri.  While currently employed at St. Louis County, he oversees the permit processing and plan review staff of 50 that performs 40,000 inspections per year and conducts 12,000 plan reviews.  Since 1990, he has been an Adjunct Instructor for the Building Inspection and Code Enforcement Program at St. Louis Community College, where he has taught 36 courses over the past 25 years.

Thank you, Dave, for all of your years of service, enjoy your retirement!!

Members, we are sharing this information for our fellow organization, MACE. Please pass along to anyone that may be interested.

To register, download the attached flyer: MACE2018 Conference Registration

MACE 2018 Conference Flyer

TITLE: 2018 IRC Residential Dwelling

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.  In this fast-paced class, we will cover broad spectrum code issues and topics that will guide the combination inspector with their day-to-day inspections.  Participants will have the opportunity to review electrical, plumbing, and mechanical, as well as general construction for the purpose of determining a minimum standard of living for residential occupancy.  This course is applicable to code enforcement, field inspectors and code officials.

Goal: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.

Instructor:  Russell Thornburg

With over 31 years of experience, Russell Thornburg brings to the classroom first-hand knowledge of many aspects of the building industry from the basics of home ownership, to general contracting, to field inspection and plans examiner.  For more than twenty years he was self-employed as a licensed general contractor and has over 17 years of experience working for municipalities in the state of Minnesota and Kansas.  During this time he began teaching Building Inspection Technology programs for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, as well as Continuing Education Seminars from around the country and ICC chapters.  After a short stint serving as Program Director for Johnson County Contractor Licensing of KS he has returned to Texas and now writes and develops code seminars and presents these programs for various organizations, including municipalities, institutes, ICC chapters, Home Builders Associations, and industries throughout the United States.

Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—0.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—0.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—0.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—0.6)

Where / When:

Maryland Heights City Hall

11911 Dorsett Rd.

Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043

August 24th, 2018

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:00 am

Seminar: 8:30 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: $80

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

PAYMENTS: Send payments to MABOI, 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO  63043

Please join us for the annual MABOI installation of officers and banquet.  Similar to last year, the annual banquet will be held at the Ameristar–Imagination Ballroom.

• Who-                     MABOI BOD & Membership
• What-                   MABOI’s 2018 BOD Installation Banquet/Ceremony
• Where-                Ameristar Casino “Imagination Ballroom”
• When-                  Friday, September 28, 2018  -6:30pm check-in (6:30-10 pm)
• Cost-                    NO COST, MABOI pays for the event

To RSVP: Register at Eventbrite HERE

Below is a map to get to the ballroom for the upcoming banquet.

To get to the ballroom, go up the escalators and around the hall (as shown in red)

TITLE: 2018 IRC Residential Dwelling

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.  In this fast-paced class, we will cover broad spectrum code issues and topics that will guide the combination inspector with their day-to-day inspections.  Participants will have the opportunity to review electrical, plumbing, and mechanical, as well as general construction for the purpose of determining a minimum standard of living for residential occupancy.  This course is applicable to code enforcement, field inspectors and code officials.

Goal: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.

Instructor:  Russell Thornburg

With over 31 years of experience, Russell Thornburg brings to the classroom first-hand knowledge of many aspects of the building industry from the basics of home ownership, to general contracting, to field inspection and plans examiner.  For more than twenty years he was self-employed as a licensed general contractor and has over 17 years of experience working for municipalities in the state of Minnesota and Kansas.  During this time he began teaching Building Inspection Technology programs for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, as well as Continuing Education Seminars from around the country and ICC chapters.  After a short stint serving as Program Director for Johnson County Contractor Licensing of KS he has returned to Texas and now writes and develops code seminars and presents these programs for various organizations, including municipalities, institutes, ICC chapters, Home Builders Associations, and industries throughout the United States.

Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—0.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—0.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—0.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—0.6)

Where / When:

Maryland Heights City Hall

11911 Dorsett Rd.

Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043

August 24th, 2018

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:00 am

Seminar: 8:30 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: $80

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

PAYMENTS: Send payments to MABOI, 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO  63043

TITLE: 2018 IRC Residential Dwelling

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.  In this fast-paced class, we will cover broad spectrum code issues and topics that will guide the combination inspector with their day-to-day inspections.  Participants will have the opportunity to review electrical, plumbing, and mechanical, as well as general construction for the purpose of determining a minimum standard of living for residential occupancy.  This course is applicable to code enforcement, field inspectors and code officials.

Goal: This course is designed to provide tools and procedures useful for residential code compliance of the new 2018 International Residential Code.

Instructor:  Russell Thornburg

With over 31 years of experience, Russell Thornburg brings to the classroom first-hand knowledge of many aspects of the building industry from the basics of home ownership, to general contracting, to field inspection and plans examiner.  For more than twenty years he was self-employed as a licensed general contractor and has over 17 years of experience working for municipalities in the state of Minnesota and Kansas.  During this time he began teaching Building Inspection Technology programs for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, as well as Continuing Education Seminars from around the country and ICC chapters.  After a short stint serving as Program Director for Johnson County Contractor Licensing of KS he has returned to Texas and now writes and develops code seminars and presents these programs for various organizations, including municipalities, institutes, ICC chapters, Home Builders Associations, and industries throughout the United States.

Who should attend:

• Permit Technicians (CEU’s—0.6)
• Building Inspectors (CEU’s—0.6)
• Plans Examiners (CEU’s—0.6)
• Code Officials (CEU’s—0.6)

Where / When:

Maryland Heights City Hall

11911 Dorsett Rd.

Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043

August 24th, 2018

Sign-in / Breakfast: 8:00 am

Seminar: 8:30 am-4 pm

Registration:

Seminar Fee: MABOI Members: $80

Includes: breakfast, seminar, and lunch

Pre-registration is required

Seating limited to 60 people

PAYMENTS: Send payments to MABOI, 12685 Dorsett Rd #308, Maryland Heights, MO  63043

Every three years, the Missouri Association of Building and Fire Officials puts together one of the best educational and networking opportunities for the region and this year is no different. Some of the highlights include:

• 23 Unique training sessions from some of our favorite speakers over 3 days
• Vendor product expo showcasing new products
• Speaking opportunities from the President of MABFO, President of ICC, and Vice President of ICC
• A crowd pleaser as always, the hospitality suite

Attached is the full conference brochure and also a link to register through Eventbrite for the conference. Registering is also available via mail, the details for that are in the brochure. Some key notes:

• Early bird registration ends August 14th, at $275, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Regular registration, at $325, includes breakfast, lunch, and seminars
• Companion fee is $50
• Lodging registration is separate, early bird registration ends August 14th, at $119 per night, after that date regular rates apply

We hope to see you all there!

2018_MEGAbrochure

Eventbrite registration