Fire Protection of Floors - Demonstrating Equivalence Under Act 1

This webinar will provide an overview of criteria and testing procedures that can be used to demonstrate the equivalence of alternatives to the ½-inch gypsum or 5/8-inch wood structural panel membrane that is required by Act 1 of 2011.This act eliminated sprinkler requirements, but required a protective floor membrane, the installation of which comes with its own set of challenges. This requirement has driven many builders to seek alternatives, which in turn has caused many code officials to struggle with approval. This webinar will clarify acceptable paths for demonstrating equivalence, and provide an overview of applicable portions of:

• Act 1 of 2011
• ASTM E 119 – Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials
• AC14 - Acceptance Criteria for Prefabricated Wood I-Joists

Presenter: Mike Turns

Intended Audience: Builders, remodelers, Building Code Officials, design professionals

Cost: Free to attend; $20 for continuing education credits - Click here for DIRECTIONS to print certificate

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