Rhode Island Residential Construction Standards and Safety – Part I
This is an online continuing education course for Contractors registered in the State of Rhode Island. It provides a comprehensive, three-part learning experience covering:
- Part I: 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) With Rhode Island Amendments
- Part II: Energy Efficient Windows, Skylights, and Doors
- Part III: Safety And Health Programs in Construction
This course emphasizes Rhode Island-specific residential code requirements, energy-efficient building practices, construction safety and health programs, and practical jobsite applications.
Part I – 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) With Rhode Island Amendments: This section covers key definitions, sections, articles, examples and tables of the IRC, aka, The International Residential Code. This course includes applicable Rhode Island State amendments in addition to the requirements of the 2021 International Residential Code. It encompasses chapters two till four of the IRC 2021, whereby each chapter is thoroughly discussed, from building planning through structural systems, and foundations. The following chapters, are briefly discussed below and illustrated in this course:
- Chapter 2 – Definitions: Establishes terminology used throughout the code, including Rhode Island amendments for consistent interpretation.
- Chapter 3 – Building Planning: Covers safety, structural integrity, and livability, including Rhode Island–specific requirements.
- Chapter 4 – Foundations: Addresses foundation design, soil, drainage, and frost protection, including Rhode Island frost depth and soil conditions.
Part II – Energy Efficient Windows, Skylights, and Doors: This section introduces energy-efficient windows, doors, and skylights in residential buildings. It covers energy-efficiency labels and performance measures such as U-factor, SHGC, visible transmittance, air leakage, and light-to-solar gain. Participants will also learn how frame materials, glazing, gas fills, spacers, operating types, storm windows, coverings, and treatments affect energy performance. These concepts support better product selection, lower heating and cooling costs, and reduced environmental impact.
Part III – Safety And Health Programs in Construction: This section introduces the seven core elements of recommended safety and health programs in construction. It emphasizes effective management leadership and explains how promoting worker participation helps identify hazards, strengthen communication, and create safer jobsites. Participants will learn how collaboration between management and workers supports the successful development and implementation of an effective safety and health program.
This online interactive video presentation is intended for contractors, building professionals, inspectors, and other technical personnel interested in learning about the international residential code, energy and safety in construction. Participants will learn insights into the most recent updates, with real-world examples that clarify how the code is applied in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. This course is designed to enhance knowledge of IRC compliance, safety practices, and efficient energy system design.
This continuing education interactive video presentation is intended to provide Contractors registered in the State of Rhode Island with the following specific knowledge and skills:
Learning Objectives – Part I:
- To learn about International Residential Code (IRC) 2021 and Rhode Island Amendments
- To apply building planning requirements that ensure structural integrity, fire safety, environmental comfort, and occupant safety.
- To identify and implement life-safety provisions including means of egress, fall protection, and safe use of building elements.
- To design and construct foundation systems that safely transfer loads to soil while addressing drainage, moisture, and environmental conditions.
Learning Objectives – Part II:
- To understand the labels for energy efficiency provided by various certifying organizations
- To acknowledge measures of efficiency such as U-Factor and SHGC
- To familiarize with the concepts of visible transmittance, air leakage, and light-to-solar gain
- To learn about the effects of using low-conductance frame materials, glazing or glass features, and gas fills and spacers for windows
- To understand energy-efficient window operating types and technologies including storm windows, coverings, and interior and exterior window treatments
Learning Objectives – Part I:
- To understand the seven core elements of the recommended practices for safety and health programs in construction
- To learn about the importance of effective management leadership
For this course, you will need to watch the interactive presentation titled, “Rhode Island Residential Construction Standards and Safety – Part I”. To access the interactive presentation, you will need to login or register and purchase the course. Following the course purchase, please click on the link provided in your account history to view the interactive presentation. The duration of the interactive presentation is approximately 186 minutes including course quiz and course knowledge check questions.
Once you finish watching this interactive presentation, you will be redirected to your account to take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of fifteen (15) questions to earn 2.5 credit hours. The quiz will be based on this interactive presentation. The minimum passing score is 70%. There is no time limit on the quiz, and you can take it multiple times until you pass at no additional cost.
Upon successful completion of the quiz, print your Certificate of Completion instantly. For your convenience, we will also email it to you. (Note: if you are paying by check or money order, you will be able to print it after we receive your payment.) Please note that you can log in to your account at any time to access and print your Certificate of Completion.