(R6.1) Don’t Be Left Exposed – Part 1: Meeting the Energy Code with the Safe Use of Foam Insulation

R6.1 – Don’t Be Left Exposed – Part 1 – Meeting the Energy Code with the Safe Use of Foam Insulation

T02-07-3158

COURSE DESCRIPTION Rigid foam board and spray foam insulation are common material choices to help achieve energy code compliance, but when installed improperly can create fire hazards. Foam products general must be covered from the interior with thermal or ignition barriers, but sometimes may be left exposed via “specific approvals.” The challenge for homebuilders, design professionals, insulation contractors, and code officials is knowing which requirements apply to which applications. This course will cover RCNYS requirements for common applications of foam insulation in residential construction, including crawl space walls, basement walls, roofs, attic hatches, knee walls, rim joists, and exterior sheathing. These requirements will be presented in the context of meeting ECCCNYS requirements for these building components.