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The program clarifies what classifies as an atrium per building code requirements and what are considered vertical openings. The levels of protection for various vertical openings will be provided and reflect the International Building Code (IBC) and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code requirements. The word "atrium" is used frequently to describe an architectural design feature. However, the IBC and NFPA 101 clearly define what an atrium is and the extensive protection requirements. When describing architectural features, a vertical opening may not classify as an atrium per the building code's definitions, and it may require different approaches to code compliance. The protection approaches differ between the IBC and NFPA 101, which are essential to balance when working in jurisdictions where both codes apply.

Presented by: 

Seth Jacobs
Mr. Jacobs is a licensed fire protection engineer with extensive experience in various fire protection systems, fire/life safety code compliance, and smoke control systems special inspections.
 

David Wilmot
Mr. Wilmot is a vice president of Jensen Hughes with over 20 years of experience specializing in code compliance and performance-based designs to requirements of the International Building Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. His experience includes evaluating code requirements for atriums, smoke control system rational analysis evaluations, and other conditions of vertical openings. Mr. Wilmot is a licensed fire protection engineer in various states.

Learning Objectives: 

• Identify what an atrium is versus a vertical open per building code requirements.
• Summary of the different code requirements for atriums and vertical openings.
• Comparing and recognizing the different requirements of IBC and NFPA 101.
• Describe the necessary coordination with other disciplines for protecting atriums and vertical openings.

HSW Justification: 

The program conveys the various approaches to atrium and vertical opening classifications of the building code, and the code required fire protection and life safety features necessary to provide a safe environment of building occupants.

Sponsored by:

Jensen Hughes