The Saudi Building Code  SBC201

Overview:

The Saudi Building Code General SBC201 training program aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Saudi Building Code’s requirements and concepts, emphasizing its application and development. The program addresses the preparation and updating of the code, practical applications, building classification features, fire prevention and protection requirements, and the significance of a unified building code in Saudi Arabia. Participants will deepen their knowledge of the code and enhance their skills in applying it, thereby improving their ability to work according to modern construction standards.

Training Objectives:

• Understanding the Code: Covering the standards underlying the Saudi Building Code, from its concepts to updates and development.
• Technical Issues: Addressing key technical matters related to code application.
• Operational Mechanisms: Deepening understanding of the code’s mechanisms.
• Framework Familiarization: Familiarizing participants with the general framework, requirements, and specifications of the code.
• Building Classification: Understanding the importance of classifying buildings by use, occupancy, and specific requirements.
• Unified Code Awareness: Recognizing the implications of lacking a unified Saudi code and the need for one.
• Holistic Understanding: Achieving a better understanding of all aspects of the code.
• Skill Development: Enhancing skills for compliance with the code.
• Administrative and Technical Skills: Developing abilities in both administrative and technical aspects of the code.
• Qualification: Equipping engineers and specialists with the knowledge to research and apply the code’s requirements effectively.
• Application Skills: Providing skills in applying the code.

Training Program:

• Concept Understanding: Familiarization with the Saudi Building Code system and regulations.
• Definitions and Terminology: Learning key concepts in the Saudi Building Code SBC201.
• Absence of Unified Code: Discussing the impact of the absence of a unified Saudi code.
• Development Efforts: Reviewing efforts to develop the current Saudi Building Code.
• Code Updates: Exploring main features of code updates (preparation, application, and updates).
• Preparation Methodology: Understanding the methodology for preparing the code.
• General Framework: Learning the general framework of code requirements and specifications.
• Basic Code Selection: Discussing the selection of the basic code.
• Application Mechanisms: Learning about mechanisms for applying the code.
• Scope of Applicability: Understanding the scope and applicability of the Saudi Building Code.
• Building Classification: Classifying buildings based on use, occupancy, and specific requirements.
• Installation Requirements: Discussing requirements for fuel-operated devices, heating systems, and energy systems.
• Fire Resistance: Reviewing building elements that resist fire and smoke spread.
• Interior Finishes: Learning requirements for interior finishes and decorations for fire protection.
• Fire Protection Systems: Exploring fire and smoke protection systems, including design and maintenance requirements.
• Exit Requirements: Understanding building exit requirements.
• Construction and Demolition: Discussing fire prevention requirements during construction and demolition.
• Operational Risks: Reviewing systems required for operational risks and special processes in buildings.
• Hazardous Materials: Learning about requirements for hazardous materials in buildings

Target Audience:

• Consulting engineers and contractors.
• Saudi youth entering the construction job market.
• Engineers interested in the Saudi Building Code.
• Engineering students.