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Thank you to the following companies, agencies & organizations for their upcoming participation in the 2022 CALBO Education Weeks: Exhibitor Program!
The CALBO Training Institute will host its Education Weeks throughout the Golden State to provide continuing education for California building departments. Dozens of state agencies, organizations, and companies participate by exhibiting in San Ramon and Ontario. Please make the time to visit the participating exhibitors to learn more about up-to-date innovative products and services.
4LEAF, Inc., Gold Sponsor
Airex Manufacturing
BPR Consulting Group
Bureau Veritas North America, Silver Sponsor
California Energy Commission
Civic Review
Clariti, Silver Sponsor
Coastland | DCCM
CSG Consultants, Inc., Gold Sponsor
Energy Code Ace, Silver Sponsor
Hoover Treated Wood Products
IAPMO
International Code Council, Bronze Sponsor
Interwest, Gold Sponsor
JAS Pacific
Optimum Seismic, Gold Sponsor
Selectron Technogies, Inc.
SG Architectural Specialties
Shums Coda Associates, Bronze Sponsor
Simpson Strong-Tie, Bronze Sponsor
Transtech Engineers
TRB + Associates, Inc., Bronze Sponsor
True North Compliance Services, Inc.
UL Solutions
VCA Code, Silver Sponsor
Wall and Ceiling Bureau (WCB), Bronze Sponsor
Western Wood Preservers Institute
A Special Message from Your 2022-23 CALBO President
Dear Friends of CALBO,
As the summer comes to an end, I hope you all were able to take a day or two and enjoy what our great state has to offer. Whether that be hiking to new peaks, exploring an unfamiliar city, or even relaxing by a campfire in your own backyard, hoping that you were able to relax and unwind from the normal day-to-day grind.
Since my last update, your team at CALBO has been hard at work. CALBO has been fighting tough legislation from the capitol, preparing for the busy months head for training, and some much needed organizational changes within committees. More on the committee front, soon.
The CALBO Legislative Team has had a very successful year this year advocating in Sacramento on behalf of our profession. Of the 30+ bills the legislative committee took a position on this year, less than 10 bills remain as the legislature is in the final stretch of the two-year legislative session. One of CALBO’s more significant wins was the amending of Senate Bill 897 which would have removed the ability of our building officials to enforce an occupancy change in the local building code for an ADU. However, because of the dozens of letters sent by our membership opposing the measure and requesting amendments to the bill, the bill now allows local enforcement agencies to require an R Occupancy Change under the local building code if there is a substantial risk to public health or safety. This is just one example of our successes this year and it shows how your participation in the legislative process is important to enact change in Sacramento. A huge thank you to all our members who continue to participate when our membership is activated.
I hope you will join us this fall by taking a class (or four) at the Education Weeks. We are once again bringing in a production team, so you can enjoy your training either in-person or virtually at either location. If you are joining us virtually, we have a subject matter expert awaiting in the chat box, to answer any questions you may have during the course. This will not be a canned experience – I promise. Attending in-person? Be sure to visit our industry partners showcasing their latest innovations and services during one of the 5 breaks offered each day.
I mentioned our CALBO Education Weeks are right around the corner, but I’d be remiss if I didn’t thank those who were working to make it happen. Thank you to the California Training Institute Commissioners in creating an excellent line-up of courses with most highlighting the upcoming 2022 code changes. The instructors, subject matter experts and moderators – thank you for dedicating your time in providing excellent training. And a special thank you to our CALBO partners, sponsors and exhibitors for your support and participation at these upcoming events.
I look forward in seeing you all this Fall. Thank you for continuing to protect our communities and meeting the professional challenges we all face as code officials.
Sincerely,
David Gonzalves
Campus Building Official
University of California, Merced
Thank you for attending the 2022 BOLA Core Curriculum Week – share your feedback!
On behalf of the CALBO Training
Institute (CTI), thank you for attending the 2022-23 BOLA Core
Curriculum Week from August 1-5, 2022.
To provide quality training for this program, we rely on an evaluation process to determine the effectiveness of the material and instructor. We appreciate your assistance.
Online Evaluation – Click Here
Thank You for Attending an Energy Code Training!
Learn more about online energy code resources.
Now that you attended an energy code training, use these offerings created by Energy Code Ace to stay up-to-date on the 2022 energy standards and increase your expertise on the 2019 code.
Energy Nonresidential Standards Webinar
Registration Closes Today
The CALBO Training Institute has partnered with California Energy Commission to bring you webinars highlighting the new 2022 California Energy Standards.
Don’t miss this webinar – back by popular demand!
2022 Energy Nonresidential Standards: What’s Changed for the Next Code Cycle?
Webinar Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Webinar Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
ICC PP Course No. 30703 - 0.2 CEUs
AIA Course No. 6: 2022 - 2 LUs
Online Registration: Click Here
***Registration Closes Today (Tuesday) at 5:00pm***
A special thank you to our Energy Code webinar sponsor, Energy Code Ace,
for their support of these training opportunities.
Visit their website for energy code resources that will help you navigate the new standards.
For questions about the CALBO Webinar Calendar, please email or call 916-457-1103.
2022 CALBO Education Weeks
Newly Developed Courses Added!
Need to study up on the new codes before they take effect? Consider taking a course at the upcoming 2022 CALBO Education Weeks. The CALBO Training Institute (CTI) have created an educational program geared to prepare YOU for this upcoming new code cycle. With 18 courses being offered this year, and every single one of them has either been newly developed or recently updated, why are you waiting?
Courses include a variety of offerings to help train building-safety professionals in the latest code changes, including accessibility, accessory dwelling units, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, egress, permit technician development, plan review improvement, and much more!
With both in person and virtual training options available, don’t miss these courses - register today!
CALBO’s 60th Annual Business Meeting Session Presentations (PDF)
Did you miss the 60th Annual Business Meeting or attended an Annual Business Meeting session that you want to share with your colleagues? View or download the topical presentations (PDF) about trending subject matter in building-safety. For a complete list, please visit the Annual Business Meeting Presentations Page located on the CALBO website.
If you have questions regarding the information above, please contact the CALBO Office.
2022 Energy Code Webinars – Register Today!
Don’t miss live webinar opportunities with California Energy Commission.
The CALBO Training Institute has partnered with California Energy Commission to bring you these webinars highlighting the upcoming 2022 California Energy Standards that will soon be published.
2022 Energy Multifamily Standards: What’s Changed for the Next Code Cycle?
Thursday, July 14, 2022
1:00 – 3:00pm
ICC PP Course No. 30705 - 0.2 CEUs
AIA Course No. 4: 2022 - 2 LUs
Online Registration – Click Here
2022 Energy Nonresidential Standards: What’s Changed for the Next Code Cycle?
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
10:00am – 12:00pm
ICC PP Course No. 30703 - 0.2 CEUs
AIA Course No.6: 2022 - 2 LUs
Online Registration – Click Here
Is your Building Department prepared for its next emergency?
Whether it’s the COVID pandemic, year-round wild-fire season or the constant threat of earthquakes, California Building Departments are not immune to the ever-changing landscape of emergency preparedness. Emergencies come without warning, and vary from minor to major, but what remains consistent is the need for building departments and their leadership to be prepared with the knowledge of past and new, innovative approaches.
Join CALBO for one of these upcoming training events to stay up-to-date on this vital topic.
Community Wildfire Risk Reduction – 0.2 CEUs
Online Live Webinar
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
10:00am – 12:00pm
ICC PP Course No. 30631 (0.2 CEUs)
AIA Course No. 1: 2022 (2 LU | HSWs)
Understanding Wildfire Risk Reduction for California Communities – 0.6 CEUs
CALBO Education Weeks (Virtual and In-Person Available)
Monday, September 19, 2022 - San Ramon
Monday, October 10, 2022 - Ontario
8:00am – 3:30pm
ICC PP Course No. 31686 (0.6 CEUs) - In-Person
ICC PP Course No. 31687 (0.6 CEUs) - Virtual
AIA Course No. 13: 2022 (6 LU | HSWs)
Safety Assessment Program: Evaluator and Coordinator Training – 0.6 CEUs
CALBO Education Weeks (Virtual and In-Person Available)
Thursday, September 22, 2022 - San Ramon
Thursday, October 13, 2022 - Ontario
8:00am – 3:30pm
ICC PP Course No. 32004 (0.6 CEUs) - In-Person
ICC PP Course No. 32005 (0.6 CEUs) - Virtual
AIA Course No. 20: 2022 (6 LU | HSWs)
Want additional information or ready to register for one of these upcoming training events? Please visit the Professional Development webpage for information, including CALBO Education Week and webinar registration. We will “see” you there!
If you have any questions, please email the CALBO Office or call 916-457-1103.