International Building Code (IBC) – Care Facilities Provisions

At the end of this course you will be able to: Determine the appropriate occupancy classification based on the attributes of the respective care facility. Explain the three different levels of care facilities addressed by the IBC. Describe the significant special provisions for the various levels of medical care facilities. Explain the different fire protection features required in each type of care facility. Identify the special provisions that show how care facilities are regulated differently from other types of uses including egress accessibility allowable areas and other aspects.