By: Drexel Hermann, PE; Weyerhaeuser - Drexel.hermann@wy.com
This course addresses mid-rise wood-frame buildings, a cost effective, sustainable solution. We will discuss allowable heights and areas and the fire-resistant requirements for engineered wood products in Type III and Type V structures. Topics include code requirements for rated floor, wall and roof assemblies, testing methods, Flame Spread and Fire-Retardant Treatment (FRT). Sound Transition Class (STC), Impact Insulation Class (IIC) ratings of one and two layer rated floor/ceiling assemblies will be introduced.