Florida Building Commission
Education POC Meeting Minutes
Tallahassee, Florida
IMPORTANT
MEETING ACCESS INFORMATION!
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Meeting information
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Date: Friday, January 29th, 2016
Time: 10:00 am, Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-05:00)
Meeting
ID: 148 382 085
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Education POC Meeting Objectives |
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Ø To
approve January 29, 2016 Meeting Agenda Ø To
approve December 3, 2015 Meeting Minutes Ø
To review/decide pending accreditor
applications Ø
To review/decide accredited advanced courses Ø
To review/decide administratively approved
updated courses Ø
To review/decide self affirmed updated courses Ø
To review/discuss Education Administrator
activity report Ø
To identify future POC member discussion items Ø
To discuss general public comment Ø
To identify needed next steps, assignments,
and agenda items for next meeting |
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Education POC Meeting Minutes— January 29, 2016 |
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All Agenda Times—Including
Adjournment—Are Approximate and Subject to Change |
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10:00
a.m. EST |
1.) |
Welcome and Opening, Roll Call POC Members Present: Nanette
Dean, (Chair), Drew Smith Jeffrey Stone PhD, Kevin Flanagan, Darrell
Phillips, Brian Langille POC Member(s) Absent: None Meeting
Attendees Identified: Jim
Richmond Jim Hammers Mo
Madani David Aihe Michael Clark
April Hammonds Larry Schneider |
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2.) |
Review and approval of the January 29, 2016
meeting Agenda Motion: To
approve as submitted Motion: Jeffrey
Stone Second: Kevin
Flanagan Approved Unanimously |
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3.) |
Review and approval of December 3, 2015
meeting Minutes Motion: To
approve as submitted Motion: Jeffrey
Stone Second: Kevin
Flanagan Approved Unanimously |
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4.) |
Review pending accreditor
applications for recommendation to the Commission David Aihe (Nodorah Institute) Pending… Discussion: The Chair asked the Education
Administrator, Michael Clark, to address this agenda item. Mr. Clark stated
that the applicant’s name was Mr. David Aihe and that he currently resides in
Orlando, Florida. Mr. Clark asked the ED POC members if they received the
rule language he sent them with the Ed POC Meeting reminder that describes
the requirements for an accreditor to be approved. Mr. Clark stated that he
checked to make sure that all of Mr. Aihe’s licenses were current.
Specifically, he referenced:
He also stated that Mr. Aihe had
multiple college degrees, specifically identifying a degree in Civil
Engineering. Mr. Clark further stated that the trade areas (subsequent
content areas of advanced courses) Mr. Aihe was seeking approval for, matched
his current license and resume. Those specific areas were Class A Air
Conditioning, Accessibility, Administration, Alarm 1, Alarm 11, Class B Air
Conditioning, Building Commercial, Building Residential, Building-Special
occupancy, Class C Air Conditioning, Commercial Pool/Spa, Electrical-Commercial,
Energy, Electrical-Residential, Fire, Fuel/Gas, Existing Building Code,
Mechanical, Plumbing, Pollutant Storage System, Roofing, Residential
Pool/Spa, Sheet Metal, and Solar. Mr. Clark then stated that the
flowchart Mr. Aihe included with his application, that described/explained
the evaluation process regarding an accreditor’s job of reviewing courses was
correct. Given this information, Mr. Clark asked the ED POC members if they
had any questions about Mr. Aihe. No questions were forthcoming. The Chair
asked Mr. Aihe if he wanted to say anything about his qualifications. Mr.
Aihe declined to comment. The Chair then asked for a motion of approval,
which did occur. Motion: To
approve Mr. David Aihe as an accreditor for the Florida Building Commission Motion: Kevin
Flanagan Second: Darrell
Phillips Approved Unanimously |
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5.) |
Review pending advanced accredited
courses for recommendation to the Commission Course: 2014 Florida Building Code Advanced 5th Edition:
Irrigation Summary of Provisions - Internet Provider: RedVector.com, LLC Accreditor: Bill Dumbaugh BCIS Course Number: 768.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Darrell Phillips Discussion:
None Approved Unanimously Course: 2014 2014 Florida Building Code Advanced 5th
Edition: Energy Conservation (RV-10785AW) Provider: RedVector.com, LLC Accreditor: Bill Dumbaugh BCIS Course Number: 767.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Darrell Phillips Discussion:
None Approved Unanimously Course: 2014 FBC 5th Edition Florida Energy Conservation
Code Advanced CE Provider: Electrical Council
of Florida Accreditor: JC Code &
Construction Consultants, Inc. BCIS Course Number: 769.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Jeffrey Stone Second: Darrell Phillips Discussion:
Commissioner Flanagan
stated that he did not find the presentation of PowerPoint slides, but that
he could have overlooked them. Mr. Clark, the Education Administrator, stated
that the slides were present in the BCIS. It was verified at this time during
the meeting that the slides did exist. Commissioner Flanagan excused himself
from this particular approval vote because of not viewing the slides. Approved (Commissioner Flanagan abstained from this vote) Course: 2014 Advanced Review FBC 5th Edition: Mechanical
Code Requirements for Intake and Exhaust Louvers Provider: Air Distribution
Consultants International, LLC Accreditor: JC Code &
Construction Consultants, Inc. BCIS Course Number: 772.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Drew Smith Discussion:
Commissioner Flanagan
stated that he thought this course was well put together. Also, David John, who
represented the provider of this course, thanked the ED POC members for their
approval vote. Approved Unanimously |
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6.) |
Review pending administratively
approved updated courses for recommendation to the Commission Course: 2014 Advanced Fair Housing Act OR The Seven
Deadly Sins of the FHA Provider: Larry Schneider, AIA Accreditor: BCIC LLC BCIS Course Number: 413.2 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Darrell Phillips Discussion:
Commissioner Flanagan
stated that he thought that this course also was an excellent presentation of
the material. Approved Unanimously |
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7.) |
Review pending administratively
approved self affirmed dated courses for recommendation to the Commission None Pending |
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8.) |
Education Administrator Activity Report
Discussion: The
Education Administrator stated that the report contained the normal
activities of the Administrator, including staffing the ED POC meetings and
handling inquiries from a variety of sources concerning the FBC Education
Program. He also stated that “Training Funding” information was also included
in the report, which was promoted by Building A Safer Florida (BASF), and
which included the who/what of eligibility requirements. He stated that if
anyone was interested, or had questions, to contact Cam Fentriss by the email
address listed with the information. A. Provided administrative support for FBC Education POC
for the December 3rd, 2015 meeting B. Drafted minutes for FBC Education POC December 3rd,
2015 meeting C. Prepared agenda for FBC Education POC
meeting on January 29th, 2016 D. Worked with training providers and
accreditors to ensure compliance with Rule 61G20-6.002 E. Checked the BCIS to ensure
information is current regarding the FBC Education and Accreditation Program F. Inquiries addressed
from November 25, 2015 to January 21, 2016 were as follows: 4 Accreditor 5 BCIS issues Training Funding Available for 2015-2016 Two types
of funding: 7-hour program or “minimum 1 hour” program Reimbursement
amount: $23.00 per hour per attendee Available now, ends June 15, 2016 Eligible
attendees: -- Licensed
architects, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects, construction
contractors, electrical contractors, or building code administrators or
inspectors -- Home
inspectors, mold remediators -- Must include license number for
all categories above --
Employees in design and construction industries, requires this documentation: -- Letter from their design/construction licensed employer - -- Copy of certificate of workers’
compensation insurance or exemption Eligible
course topics: -- Florida
Building Code -- Florida
Fire Prevention Code --
Construction plan and permitting requirements --
Construction liens --
Hurricane mitigation For
“minimum 1 hour” program, course requirements: -- At least 50% must be codes For 7-hour
program, course requirements: -- At least three (3) hours codes -- At least two (2) hours advanced codes For any
program, course requirements: --
Mitigation training for home inspectors must include proctored exam and
comply with section 627.711(2), F.S. -- *Course
evaluations are REQUIRED that cover the following: --- Satisfaction with instructor --- Satisfaction with course materials - -- Satisfaction with conduct of the
training --- Ask whether “highly satisfied” “satisfied” “not satisfied” for
each above Documentation
required (failure to submit is a 5% penalty): --
Submitted within FIVE (5) WORKING DAYS AFTER EACH COURSE --
Advertisement (must be approved in advance) -- Sign in
sheets as acceptable for each licensing board -- Separate
sign in sheets for licensees and non-licensed employees --
Non-licensed employee sign in sheets must include type of proof submitted -- *Copy of
course evaluation for each attendee *Failure to
demonstrate that 75% or more of trainees were satisfied or highly satisfied
with the course instructor will result in a 1% penalty for each 5% increment
or portion thereof that the percentage of satisfied trainees fall below 75%. E-mail Cam Fentriss at basfanswers@aol.com or
info@buildingasaferflorida.org if interested. |
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9.) |
Identify future POC member
discussion items No future ED POC member
discussion items were forthcoming. |
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10.) |
General public comment Larry Schneider, a training provider, asked the
Chair what she thought about a piece of legislation (HB 535), which basically
modifies “parts of” and eliminates “parts of” the current FBC education and
accreditation programs. Jim Richmond stated that a conference call has been
scheduled for Monday, February 1st, at 10:00 am, to discuss legislation that
could affect the FBC. Mr. Schneider thanked Mr. Richmond for that
information. |
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11.) |
Summary and review of meeting work products
and adoption of recommendations for submittal to the commission Recommended
Commission Actions
The Education POC considered and recommends the following: The following new courses are recommended for
APPROVAL: Course: 2014 Florida Building Code Advanced 5th Edition:
Irrigation Summary of Provisions - Internet Provider: RedVector.com, LLC Accreditor: Bill Dumbaugh BCIS Course Number: 768.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Darrell Phillips Approved Unanimously Course: 2014 2014 Florida Building Code Advanced 5th
Edition: Energy Conservation (RV-10785AW) Provider: RedVector.com, LLC Accreditor: Bill Dumbaugh BCIS Course Number: 767.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Darrell Phillips Approved Unanimously Course: 2014 FBC 5th Edition Florida Energy Conservation
Code Advanced CE Provider: Electrical Council
of Florida Accreditor: JC Code &
Construction Consultants, Inc. BCIS Course Number: 769.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Jeffrey Stone Second: Darrell Phillips Approved (Commissioner Flanagan abstained from this vote) Course: 2014 Advanced Review FBC 5th Edition: Mechanical
Code Requirements for Intake and Exhaust Louvers Provider: Air Distribution
Consultants International, LLC Accreditor: JC Code &
Construction Consultants, Inc. BCIS Course Number: 772.0 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Drew Smith Approved Unanimously The following administratively approved updated
course is recommended for APPROVAL: Course: 2014 Advanced Fair Housing Act OR The Seven
Deadly Sins of the FHA Provider: Larry Schneider, AIA Accreditor: BCIC LLC BCIS Course Number: 413.2 Motion: Course approved based on the FBC
accreditation process that only verifies the accuracy of the Florida Building
Code related content Motion: Kevin Flanagan Second: Darrell Phillips Approved Unanimously Other Actions: Motion: To
approve Mr. David Aihe as an accreditor for the Florida Building Commission Motion: Kevin
Flanagan Second: Darrell
Phillips Approved Unanimously |
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12.) |
Adjourned at 10:20 am. est Motion: To adjourn Motion: Kevin
Flanagan Second: Darrell Phillips Approved Unanimously |
Staff
Contact: Michael Clark (MRC Consulting) mrcconsulting@earthlink.net;
850.545.1451
Committee Membership
and Meeting Schedule
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Education POC Membership |
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Member |
Representation |
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Nanette Dean |
Manufactured Buildings, Chair |
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Kevin Flanagan |
Electrical Contractor |
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Drew Smith |
Green Building Industry |
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Jeffrey Stone PhD |
Building Product Manufacturer |
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Darrell Phillips |
Public Education |
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Brian Langille |
Natural Gas Distributor |
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Staff |
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April Hammonds |
Legal Advisor |
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Jim Hammers |
Technical Support |
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Jim Richmond |
Administrative |
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Facilitator |
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Michael Clark |
(MRC Consulting) |
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2016 POC Meeting Schedule |
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I. |
January 29, 2016 (10:00 AM EST) |
Tallahassee and via teleconference |
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II. |
March 31, 2016 (10:00 AM EST) |
Tallahassee and via teleconference |
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May, 2016 (TBA) (10:00 AM EST) |
Tallahassee and via teleconference |
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August, 2016 (TBA) (10:00 AM EST) |
Tallahassee and via teleconference |
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October, 2016 (TBA) (10:00 AM EST) |
Tallahassee and via teleconference |
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VI. |
December, 2016 (TBA) (10:00 AM EST) |
Tallahassee and via teleconference |
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2016 Course Accreditation Application
Deadline Schedule |
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ED POC Meeting Date |
Accredited Applications Submittal Deadline |
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I. |
January 29, 2016 Meeting |
January 17, 2016 |
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II. |
March 31, 2016 Meeting |
March, 2016 (TBA) |
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III. |
May, 2016 Meeting (TBA) |
May, 2016 (TBA) |
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IV. |
August, 2016 Meeting (TBA) |
July, 2016 (TBA) |
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V. |
October, 2016 Meeting (TBA) |
September, 2016 (TBA) |
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VI. |
December, 2016 Meeting (TBA) |
November, 2016 (TBA) |
Note: This document is available in alternate formats upon request to the Department of Business and professional regulation, codes and standards, Room 90, 1940 North Monroe St., Tallahassee, Fl, 850.717.1838.