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(R3.2) ECCCNYS Residential Systems (Pt 2): Forced Air Distribution
2020-11-11 14:45 - 16:15 (America/New_York) | ONLINE – WEBINAR
NYSERDA Energy Code Training provided by Performance Systems Development
COST:
Code Officials: Free (Use discount code provided in PSD marketing email or contact Jim Pisani at jpisani@psdconsulting.com to receive a code)
All Others: $15.00
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
Architects: 1.5 AIA LU | HSW
Home Performance Contractors: 1.5 BPI CEUs
Professional Engineers: 1.5 PDH
Code Enforcement Officials: 1.5 NYS DOS In-Service Hours
To receive credit, participants must log into the GoToWebinar application within the first 15 minutes of the training and stay until the end of the webinar. VIDEO VIEWING IS REQUIRED!
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In this course attendees will understand the importance of duct testing, sealing, and installation on the total performance of a house heating and cooling system. Attendees will be able to distinguish various code requirements based on duct proximity to the building thermal envelope. In addition, attendees will learn duct insulation requirements and methods. Attendees will be introduced to a customizable Duct and Envelope Testing (DET) reporting form to make demonstrating code compliance straightforward and efficient.
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will be able to…
1. Understand the consequences of leaky duct systems
2. Understand how to achieve tight ducts
3. Identify and resolve other common duct installation problems
4. Utilize the provided duct and envelope testing (DET) form to document or verify compliance with duct testing requirements

(R3.1) ECCCNYS Residential Systems (Pt 1): Whole-house Mechanical Ventilation
2020-11-11 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE – WEBINAR
NYSERDA Energy Code Training provided by Performance Systems Development
COST:
Code Officials: Free (Use discount code provided in PSD marketing email or contact Jim Pisani at jpisani@psdconsulting.com to receive a code)
All Others: $15.00
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
Architects: 1.5 AIA LU | HSW
Home Performance Contractors: 1.5 BPI CEUs
Professional Engineers: 1.5 PDH
Code Enforcement Officials: 1.5 NYS DOS In-Service Hours
To receive credit, participants must log into the GoToWebinar application within the first 15 minutes of the training and stay until the end of the webinar. VIDEO VIEWING IS REQUIRED!
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
There has been a high interest in northeast states for education on the code requirements for whole-house mechanical ventilation. In this course attendees will understand the building science behind this important code requirement and be able define various methods of achieving compliance. In addition, attendees will learn how to determine the minimum required ventilation rate based on house specifications and choose a system that meets the ventilation rates and fan efficacy requirements.
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will be able to…
1. Understand the benefits of tight construction combined with mechanical ventilation
2. Determine the minimum required ventilation rate for a specific home and identify and resolve common installation problems
3. Describe the differences and pros and cons of several mechanical ventilation strategies
4. Determine fan efficacy requirements on a system design

(R1.2) ECCCNYS Residential Enforcement (Pt 2): Inspection in 15 Minutes or Less
2020-11-10 14:45 - 16:15 | ONLINE – WEBINAR
NYSERDA Energy Code Training provided by Performance Systems Development
COST:
Code Officials: Free (Use discount code provided in PSD marketing email or contact Jim Pisani at jpisani@psdconsulting.com to receive a code)
All Others: $15.00
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
Architects: 1.5 AIA LU | HSW
Home Performance Contractors: 1.5 BPI CEUs
Professional Engineers: 1.5 PDH
Code Enforcement Officials: 1.5 NYS DOS In-Service Hours
To receive credit, participants must log into the GoToWebinar application within the first 15 minutes of the training and stay until the end of the webinar. VIDEO VIEWING IS REQUIRED!
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Countless previous research shows that code officials have very limited time to perform thorough energy code inspections. This 90-minute webinar will cover the five required inspections: footing and foundation; Framing and rough-in; Plumbing, Mechanical and Final. Part 2 of a two-part series, this course will not only help code officials but also those responsible for designing and constructing residential buildings. Participants will understand what’s required to do quick – yet thorough – site inspections. Sample inspection checklists, worksheets and other forms will be discussed and downloadable.
Learning objectives:
Attendees will be able to…
1. Describe a process for inspecting residential construction that includes assessing the highest impact energy code provisions
2. Understand the inputs to provided forms and checklists such as duct and envelope testing verification and HVAC design forms and integrate them into your organization’s normal compliance documentation or enforcement processes
3. Recreate a timeline that includes which construction details and verification forms need to be provided/collected and when in the design/construction process
4. Describe how third-party energy professionals such as duct and envelope testers and HERS Raters fit into the inspection process
R1.1 and R1.2 will be offered every TUESDAY

(R1.1) ECCCNYS Residential Enforcement (Pt 1): Plan Review in 15 Minutes or Less
2020-11-10 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE – WEBINAR
NYSERDA Energy Code Training provided by Performance Systems Development
COST:
Code Officials: Free (Use discount code provided in PSD marketing email or contact Jim Pisani at jpisani@psdconsulting.com to receive a code)
All Others: $15.00
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
Architects: 1.5 AIA LU | HSW
Home Performance Contractors: 1.5 BPI CEUs
Professional Engineers: 1.5 PDH
Code Enforcement Officials: 1.5 NYS DOS In-Service Hours
To receive credit, participants must log into the GoToWebinar application within the first 15 minutes of the training and stay until the end of the webinar. VIDEO VIEWING IS REQUIRED!
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Countless previous research shows that code officials have very limited time to perform thorough plan reviews and that energy code provisions are often the first items to be jettisoned. This webinar is Part 1 of a two-part series, and will not only help code officials, but also those responsible for preparing construction documents. Participants will understand what’s required to do quick – yet thorough – document submittals and plan reviews. Sample checklists, worksheets and other forms will be discussed and downloadable.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Attendees will be able to…
1. Describe a process for reviewing residential plans that includes assessing the highest impact energy code provisions
2. Understand the inputs to provided forms and checklists such as duct and envelope testing verification and HVAC design forms and integrate them into your organization’s normal compliance documentation or enforcement processes
3. Recreate a timeline that includes which construction details and verification forms needed to be provided/collected
4. Describe how third-party energy professionals such as duct and envelope testers and HERS Raters fit into the inspection process

ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction Rater Training
2020-05-13 10:00 - 2020-05-15 14:30 | Online – ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction Rater Training
May 13th–15th 10am-2:30pm, (test on last day)
To begin or maintain an active partnership with ENERGY STAR, an organization must have at least one individual on staff who is a certified Rater and has completed the required training through an accredited training provider. Effective January 1st 2020, Raters must complete the MFNC Version 1 Training prior to certifying projects in the new Multifamily New Construction ENERGY STAR program. This training meets this requirement, and will earn you enough PDHs to renew your Rater Certification for 3 years!
