New Fire Code Requirements for Spray Foam Applications

Description of the training-

There is a new white paper that is being distributed out to the building departments that has some clarifications to the current building codes on Spray foam applications in attics when it comes to applying ignition barriers. These clarifications may have significant impacts to a builder's overall budget. Tony Wolf from Energy Guard Spray Foam will discuss these changes and address the following:

• Go over the letter from Priest and Associates, and explain why this has not been enforced in the past
• Fire testing of all materials
• Explain the difference between a thermal barrier and ignition barrier
• Explain the 2 major test methods

o   Which chemicals fall under each test

• Explain how and why these changes will impact your business
• How to mitigate Liabilities