Description:
Your fire department’s site plan review is a critical first step in ensuring safe, accessible communities. This interactive session explores how to evaluate site plans using the 2024 International Fire Code. Participants will walk through real-world scenarios, spot common pitfalls, and explore how local amendments and policies shape review practices. Whether you’re new to plan review or ready to refine your process, this session will help you lay a stronger foundation for fire-safe development.
Learning Objectives:
Identify key site plan elements reviewed under the 2024 International Fire Code.
Apply IFC requirements to evaluate fire department access, water supply, hydrant placement, and fire protection features.
Interpret common challenges in site layout and recommend code-compliant solutions.
Collaborate effectively with planning and building departments during plan review.
Recognize how local amendments or jurisdictional policies may influence site plan review.
Code References:
2024 IFC sections 503-507, 912, 3307
2024 IFC Appendices B, C, D
Course Numbers: ICC-48720, SFMO-3763