High-Performance Fire-Rated Joint Assemblies

High-Performance Fire-Rated Joint Assemblies

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About the Provider
CEMCO is the premier manufacturer of cold-formed steel framing and metal lath products in the Western United States.
http://cemcosteel.com/

In this one-hour course, design professionals will gain knowledge of head-of-wall, bottom-of-wall and wall-to-wall assemblies, as well as the respective UL standards for approval, It will discuss different joint treatment types and the components involved with each application. By the end of the course, design professionals will be able to specify, install, and operate fire resistance joints and joint protection to ensure occupant safety.

Learning Objectives: 
  1. Identify a variety of wall-to-wall, bottom-of-wall, and head-of-wall joints, including their UL assemblies and ratings
  2. Evaluate different joint treatment types for their advantages and disadvantages, particularly in regard to their durability, cost, and safety
  3. Discuss International Building Code that relates to fire resistant joint systems and firestopping that protects occupants in the event of a fire
  4. Apply knowledge of IBC standards to specify, install, and operate fire resistance joints to ensure occupant safety
Provided By: 
CEMCO
Available Regions: 
Continental US
Design Category: 
(05) Metals
Applicable Credits
1
AIA
HSW/LU CE Hour
ID - ICM05J