Florida Builders Gable End Anchoring and Framing Courses

This 1-hour Florida Gable End Anchoring and Framing course reviews information from the 2020 Florida Building Code changes that surround the most common causes of gable end failure during high-velocity hurricane events.

Students will learn advanced instructions on recognizing and preventing gable end failures. This continuing education course is designed for Florida contractors and is valid for one (1) credit toward the Florida Building Commissions Advanced Credit.

Topics to be Covered: Categories, Regions and Practical Perspective; Reinforcing Roof to Wall Connections; High-Velocity Hurricane Zone and Construction Details; Masonry; Steel Joists; Gable Endwalls; Wood Members; Unit Stresses; Vertical Framing; Horizontal Framing; Anchorage; Sheathing