For a better interpretation of the building code

Topics covered: The structure and use of the Quebec Construction Code, Chapter I -Building

Targeted subcategories: Work execution training

General objective To enable people whose work is governed exclusively by the CCQ, Chapter 1 - Building, to familiarize themselves with the various parts and sections of the CCQ, particularly Part 9, to understand the decision-making process and to properly interpret the information contained therein.

Specific objectives Introduction to certain construction requirements for buildings subject to Part 9.

1. Structure of the National Building Code
2. Understand objectives and functional statements:
3. OS Security
4. OH Santé
5. OA Accessibility
6. OP Building protection against fire and structural damage
7. OE Environment

• Scope of Part 3 and Part 9
• Distinguishing between combustible and non-combustible types of construction
• Familiarize yourself with certain fire protection requirements (degree of fire resistance of structural elements, requirements for fire separations)
• Know the requirements for means of escape in floor spaces and exits (fire protection of exits, clearance and safety of means of escape, exits from floor spaces).

Contents:

Contractors are called upon to meet increasingly complex and complicated challenges when carrying out construction projects. These often technical challenges are added to the cost, quality and deadline requirements demanded by professionals when drawing up plans and specifications. The Quebec Construction Code, Chapter 1 - Building, adds a further obligation in terms of the objectives that all construction projects must meet, and for which contractors must respond with deliverables that comply with the code's requirements and recommendations.

In this training workshop, we will review the structure and objectives of the code, as well as some of the requirements of part 9 of the code. dd

The 1st part of this training course will focus on an overall and general understanding of the code: the different divisions that structure it, the objectives pursued, the functional statements and a distinction between parts 9 and 3.

Part 2 of this training course will be devoted exclusively to acceptable solutions for buildings subject to Part 9 (small buildings): taming some of the requirements of Part 9 relating to fire protection and means of escape.

Delivery mode: Virtual

Valid for the following categories:

• 1.1.1 - Contractor of new residential buildings covered by a warranty plan, class I
• 1.1.2 - Contractor of new residential buildings covered by a warranty plan, class II
• 1.2 - Small building contractor
• 1.3 - Building contractors of all kinds