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The Americans with Disabilities Act/Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines (2010 Guidelines) developed by the U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (the Access Board) effectively replaces the 1991 ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) and the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS).
Chapter 7: Communication Elements and Features of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design focuses on ADA requirements for accessible modes of communication. In this course, you will learn about the requirements of Title II of the ADA for effective communication. Effective communication means that whatever is written or spoken must be as clear and understandable to people with disabilities as it is for people who do not have disabilities. Questions answered within this course include:This course also provides criteria for basic elements within Chapter 7: Communication Elements and Features of accessibility as established by the guidelines, including:
Plumbing Elements and Facilities (Chapter 6) of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design focuses on ADA requirements for accessible movement within restrooms and changes the design of plumbing fixtures. This course provides criteria for basic elements within the “Plumbing Elements and Facilities” of accessibility as established by the guidelines, including:
601 General
602 Drinking Fountains
603 Toilet and Bathing Rooms
604 Water Closets and ToiletCompartments
605 Urinals
606 Lavatories and Sinks
607 Bathtubs
608 Shower Compartments
609 Grab Bars
610 Seats
611 Washing Machines and ClothesDryers
612 Saunas and Steam Rooms
ATTN: The content in this course generally addresses requirements from the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) that is adopted with amendments in the 2015 Minnesota State Building Code in Minnesota Rules Chapter 1341. For specific requirements in the 2015 Minnesota Accessibility Code, please reference the following link: https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/MAC2015/tocThis course presents an overview of some basic ADA requirements and provides cost effective tips on how small towns can comply with the ADA. The information in this course comes from various resources. These resources include documents and illustrations from publications released by the ADA National Network, the U.S. Access Board, and the U.S. Department of Justice. This course provides practical information on how to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, to clarify potential misunderstandings about the requirements of the ADA, and to highlight its flexible, common sense approach to accessibility.
Part 1 of this two-part course will briefly discuss the 2020 implementation of the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) new revision process for considering changes to the National Electrical Code® (NEC®). You will be introduced to the 2020 NEC® new articles covering Overvoltage Protection, Medium Voltage (MV) Cable, and Type P Cable. We’ll show you how and where the NFPA® has reorganized and relocated articles to expand on Manufactured Buildings and Relocatable Structures. Additionally, we’ll review the two articles that were merged into one to cover Marinas, Boatyards, Floating Buildings and Commercial and Noncommercial Docking Facilities. And finally, we’ll summarize the changes made to Article 800 General Requirements for Communications Systems.
Part 2 of this interactive online course will help walk you through some of the most recent changes concerning this live safety device, as well as review other changes associated with branch circuits. We will address changes to Chapter 2 Wiring and Protection, noting updates to Articles 100, 200, and 210.
Many structural forces are placed on a building over the intended life of the structure. Natural or environmental forces, as well as man-made loads, are placed on the building. The basic design parameters outlined in the code for the design of a structure provide a minimum standard to ensure that the building withstands the forces applied to it.
In this interactive online course, you will learn about how the International Building Code regulates the structural design of buildings, as well as how it regulates the kinds of materials used in the construction of buildings.
Developed in partnership with the International Code Council.Part one of this four-part, interactive course covers some of the 2023 updates in the National Electrical Code, including changes to Articles 210, 369, 371, 512, 726, 90 and 100 of the National Electrical Code.
Part two covers the changes in Article 110 General Requirements for Electrical Installations in the 2023 NEC. Sections covered include updates to Article 110.3 through Article 110.29. By the end of the course, learners will understand the critical regulations, best practices, and safety considerations outlined in NEC Article 110, enabling them to confidently design, install, and maintain electrical systems that meet the highest industry standards.
Part three covers some of the 2023 updates in the National Electrical Code, including changes to Articles 300, 310, 312, and 314. These changes will address items such as protection against physical damage to wiring, underground installations, and the number of conductors in a raceway, as well as supports for enclosures and conduit bodies. We will also discuss outlet box installation and ratings, so get charged up on the updates to the NEC here.
Part four covers the changes to wiring methods in the 2023 National Electrical Code. Articles covered in this course include Articles 320, 334, 336, 342, 352, 356, 358, 369, and 371. Article 320 covers armored cable (Type AC). Article 334 covers non-metallic-sheathed cables (Types NM and NMC). Article 336 covers power and control tray cable (Type TC). Article 342 covers intermediate metal conduit (IMC). Article 352 covers rigid polyvinyl chloride conduit (PVC). Article 356 covers liquid-tight flexible nonmetallic conduit (LFNC). And Article 358 covers electrical metallic tubing (EMT). Notable changes include the addition of Article 369, which covers insulated bus pipe (IBP)/tubular covered conductors (TCC), and Article 371, which covers flexible bus systems. By the end of the course, learners will understand the critical regulations, best practices, and safety considerations for wiring methods outlined in 2023 NEC.
Part one of this interactive online course covers updates made to general use equipment in the 2023 National Electrical Code. In this course, we’ll discuss revisions made to Articles 410, 422, 426, 430, 440, 445, 450, and 480. Notable changes include the addition of a new part to Article 410 addressing germicidal irradiation luminaires and new restrictions added to Article 440. Article 445 clarifies the requirements for the generator’s disconnecting means and reviews the signage requirements for the generator’s emergency shutdown device, and “transformer” is now defined and enforced through Article 450.
Part two covers some of the 2023 updates in the National Electrical Code, including changes to Articles 604, 625, and 680. We will be discussing manufactured wiring systems, electric vehicle power transfer systems, and swimming pools, fountains, and similar installations. These updates will help to keep you wired into the newest changes in the NEC.
Part three covers some of the 2023 updates in the National Electrical Code®, including changes to Articles 690, 705, 706, 722, 724, 726, 750, 760, and 810. We will discuss solar photovoltaic systems, energy storage systems, Class 4 fault-managed power systems, energy management systems, and more, so get charged up on updates to the NEC here.
Part four of this interactive online course covers changes to special occupancies in the 2023 National Electrical Code. Articles covered in this course include Articles 500, 502, 512, 517, 547, 555, and 590. Notable changes include the following items. New protection techniques and a table were added to 500.7, Protection Techniques. New Article 512 was added, covering cannabis oil extraction and preparation facilities. New requirements for replacing damaged equipment were added to 555.15, Equipment Replacement. A new requirement for an emergency disconnect for shore power was added to 555.36, Disconnects for Shore Power. And a new section for luminaires was added to 555.38, Luminaires.
Part one of this four-part, interactive course covers some of the 2023 updates in the National Electrical Code, including changes to Articles 210, 369, 371, 512, 726, 90 and 100 of the National Electrical Code.
Part two covers the changes in Article 110 General Requirements for Electrical Installations in the 2023 NEC. Sections covered include updates to Article 110.3 through Article 110.29. By the end of the course, learners will understand the critical regulations, best practices, and safety considerations outlined in NEC Article 110, enabling them to confidently design, install, and maintain electrical systems that meet the highest industry standards.
Part three covers some of the 2023 updates in the National Electrical Code, including changes to Articles 300, 310, 312, and 314. These changes will address items such as protection against physical damage to wiring, underground installations, and the number of conductors in a raceway, as well as supports for enclosures and conduit bodies. We will also discuss outlet box installation and ratings, so get charged up on the updates to the NEC here.
Part four covers the changes to wiring methods in the 2023 National Electrical Code. Articles covered in this course include Articles 320, 334, 336, 342, 352, 356, 358, 369, and 371. Article 320 covers armored cable (Type AC). Article 334 covers non-metallic-sheathed cables (Types NM and NMC). Article 336 covers power and control tray cable (Type TC). Article 342 covers intermediate metal conduit (IMC). Article 352 covers rigid polyvinyl chloride conduit (PVC). Article 356 covers liquid-tight flexible nonmetallic conduit (LFNC). And Article 358 covers electrical metallic tubing (EMT). Notable changes include the addition of Article 369, which covers insulated bus pipe (IBP)/tubular covered conductors (TCC), and Article 371, which covers flexible bus systems. By the end of the course, learners will understand the critical regulations, best practices, and safety considerations for wiring methods outlined in 2023 NEC.
Part one of this interactive online course covers updates made to general use equipment in the 2023 National Electrical Code. In this course, we’ll discuss revisions made to Articles 410, 422, 426, 430, 440, 445, 450, and 480. Notable changes include the addition of a new part to Article 410 addressing germicidal irradiation luminaires and new restrictions added to Article 440. Article 445 clarifies the requirements for the generator’s disconnecting means and reviews the signage requirement