Part 3 - Classification and Construction

Course Description:

This technical course has been designed to help code practitioners to consider the important elements of a structure regulated by Part 3 Large buildings including mid-rise construction. This is an introduction to part 3 buildings and includes the following: building classification; separation of major occupancies; building area and height; streets; building size and construction; occupant load; fire separation/fire-resistance ratings; fire protection ratings; firewalls; closures; Ontario Building Code requirements; fire stopping; fire blocking; provisions for fire fighting; and mezzanines and interconnected floor spaces.

Objectives of this course:

·      Recognize and explain key terms related to building classification.

·      Differentiate between subsidiary occupancies and major occupancies.

·      Determine the major occupancy alphanumeric classification(s) of a building as well as its subsidiary occupancies.