This informative course thoroughly explores the state of Florida's rules and regulations for building code administrators, building code inspectors and plans examiners. Requirements from Chapter 61G19 of the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board are presented as well as a look at Chapter 468 from the Florida Statues which discusses similar state regulations. In addition, FS Chapter 553 has been added. Chapter 553, Florida Statutes (F.S.), Part IV, is known as the Florida Building Codes Act. This statute addresses building construction standards and provides for a unified Florida Building Code. The information provided will keep any interested building professional informed on the latest licensing, penalty, certification, and education specifications for the state of Florida.
Be aware of the administrative workings of the Building Code Administrators & Inspectors Board (BCAIB).
Understand the responsibilities of building code administrators, plans examiners, and inspectors.
Know the penalties imposed by the BCAIB for numerous violations.
Understand how the BCAIB handles:
license and certification renewals
delinquent licenses and certification
changes to certifications
inactive license and certifications
List the buildings, structures, and facilities that are covered by the Building Construction Standards
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Donald L. Fuchs, Jr.
Don Fuchs is a versatile inspector, plans examiner, construction code official, project manager and construction code training specialist with over 20 years of experience performing inspections and plan reviews, developing construction educational programs, developing construction codes, and conducting seminars. He’s well-versed in all aspects of building, electrical, fire, energy, plumbing and mechanical construction codes. Don is certified as a Master Code Professional, Building Official, Combination Inspector, Fire Inspector, Plans Reviewer and BPI Certified Building Analyst with experience conducting residential energy performance audits.
2 hrs. Online Course