While no building is truly fireproof, the right construction materials and systems can make any building fire safe. This webinar provides an introduction to fire-rated systems in wood-frame construction, offering practical guidance on designing and constructing cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated systems. Paired with APA's Fire-Rated Systems design and construction guide, this session equips participants with the knowledge to confidently navigate fire-safe construction.
What you’ll learn:
What fire-rated systems are available for wood-frame construction
Which systems meet code requirements and are considered acceptable practice
Best practices for designing and constructing fire-rated systems
How to balance cost-effectiveness with code compliance in fire-rated construction
What you’ll earn
A downloadable certificate of completion is available after completing a brief quiz
Participants who complete the quiz qualify for 1 AIA HSW/LU and 0.1 CEU from ICC
CEUs and certificate(s) received upon course completion are transferrable and may be applied towards PDHs or other general CEUs/certifications, such as PE
Offered by APA — The Engineered Wood Association.
