Blueprint for Accessibility: IBC Beyond Chapter 11

The Overlooked Accessibility and Compliance Requirements

This webinar is eligible for one AIA|HSW LU.

While Chapter 11 of the International Building Code (IBC) focuses on accessibility, many key accessibility provisions are integrated throughout the code. This webinar examines often-overlooked requirements specific to egress, life safety systems, plumbing and signs describing how they intersect between the IBC and ICC A117.1 accessibility standards.

You will gain practical knowledge using real world case studies and best practices to identify compliance issues, address gaps in current standards, reduce design conflicts, create safer, accessible and code-compliant environments for all building users.

Whether you're an architect, designer, building developer or project manager, this session will help you prevent litigation, costly mistakes and improve outcomes for all users—especially those with disabilities.

Learning Objectives:

1. Compare and contrast accessibility related requirements outside of IBC Chapter 11.

2. Understand the importance of including IBC’s other Chapters as part of your initial code research so these are not missed.

3. Navigate conflicting requirements between the IBC Ch. 11, ICC A117.1 and the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

4. Learn from real project examples based on plan reviews, site experiences and enforcement insights.

5. Apply best practices to integrate accessibility requirements for egress components, restrooms, signage, and special occupancies into design documents.