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4 Hour Elective CE units for Builders and Construction Code Officials
Funding provided by the US Environmental Protection Agency
In Cooperation with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Co-sponsored by the Lancaster County Zoning Officers Association
Along with Spruce Environmental Technologies
This four-hour program is designed for builders, code inspectors and engineers throughout Pennsylvania to provide a better understanding of the market benefits of radon-resistant new construction (RRNC) installation, and how to properly install these systems.
Program Topics
Radon-Resistant New Construction (RRNC) and the Green and Energy Star Building Movements: Explore current green building efforts by the US Green Building Council Program and the National Association of Home Builders Green Home Building Guidelines, as well as the Indoor Air Package (IAP) offered by the US EPA’s Energy Star Program.
The Power of Green and Energy Conservation: With a skyrocketing awareness of the green movement in the United States, you need to be able to respond to the demand for green and Energy Star.
Current RRNC Standards: Refresh your knowledge of IRC - Appendix F and NAHB Green Home Building Guidelines.
Radon in Homes: A negative pressure dynamic and other exacerbating factors produce radon. Learn more about radon in your area, and how to limit its effects.
Proper Installation of RRNC: From sub-slab application, sealing and piping to exhaust, labeling and testing, here is how to properly install and activate an RRNC system.
Added Benefits of Moisture Removal with Active Systems: There is a direct correlation between radon soil gas entry and water vapor entry. Review test results for moisture removal to better understand the benefits.
Marketing the Benefits of the System: Properly training your agents to utilize Energy Star IAP and Green Building publicity will produce a higher level of satisfaction for both you and your customers.
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