2021 IRC Wood Wall Bracing (Virtual)

This seminar provides a comprehensive explanation of the 2021 International Residential Code® (IRC®) Wood Wall bracing requirements. The seminar will focus on code requirements and application to design while clarifying the application of wall bracing provisions in the IRC wall bracing Sections R602.10 thru R602.12. Objectives Upon completion, participants will be better able to:  Identify the forces that act on a house.  Describe the history of bracing and how it works.  Apply wall bracing provisions of the IRC.  Describe the physical limits under which bracing can be used.  Determine how much bracing is required, and how adjustment factors are applied.  Recognize special considerations for bracing.  Apply attachment details, and pony and cripple wall details.  Select from the various bracing options available.