Part 2 - Large Farm Buildings

Course Description:

This course has been designed to enhance the knowledge of existing code practitioners and provide a foundation for Farm Builders and Designers on the provisions of Part 2 of the Ontario Building Code as it relates to Farm Buildings.

It is intended to help the participant understand the requirements of the OBC that relate to Farm Buildings with an emphasis being placed on health and safety and determining the various design and construction requirements regulated by the OBC. This course will also address the nature, use, and context of farm buildings in the context of the practice of Agriculture – or farming – as it relates to the definitions.  Distinguishing farm buildings and agricultural occupancies in context and contrast to other groups and classifications for use and occupancy which are fundamental to other forms of primary industry and commerce.

Topics of the course:

●      Farming and Agriculture Practices