About This Course Fixed ladders are found at most commercial buildings as a means to access various building systems and components, including low-slope roofs and mechanical equipment. This online course will teach the student about the different types and applications of fixed ladders and their design, installation, and potential safety issues. This course will also…
This course will teach the student how to inspect low-slope roofs. It reviews the most common materials, designs, installation, and repair practices. This course also covers the main components and accessories of low-slope roofs, and how to identify their associated defects that a commercial property inspector is required to report on when performing an inspection…
Commercial property inspectors are not responsible for determining and reporting on code compliance, and code primarily lies beyond the interest of the most common types of commercial property inspection clientele. However, many commercial property inspectors like to be able to recognize code violations, especially on new-construction inspections, as it can indicate substantial defects and safety…
This online course reviews the Accessibility Inspection Report found in Section 15 of the International Standards of Practice for Inspecting Commercial Properties (ComSOP) and teaches the student how to perform a standard accessibility inspection on an existing commercial building. The Accessibility Inspection Report contains vital information pertaining to the safety and accessibility of a property.…
This three-day class reviews commercial property systems and components, including the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structure and roofing, for the most commonly inspected commercial building types, while highlighting the major differences when compared to residential properties. This class will also review methodology for commercial inspection pricing/fees and report writing, and is taught in accordance with the…
This online course includes a series of videos and readings that review Section 1 through 9 of the International Standards of Practice for Inspecting Commercial Properties (ComSOP). There is a quiz after each lesson and a final exam at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, students will be able to download a Certificate…
This free, one-evening class will teach home inspectors how to start and operate a commercial property inspection company. It’s also appropriate for home inspectors wishing to add commercial inspections to their services. This is a business management class, not a commercial inspection technical class You’ll learn how to run the company like a general contractor who…
This online course includes a series of videos that review the CCPIA Code of Ethics that all members must abide by in the ordinary course of business. There is a final exam at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, students will be able to download a Certificate of Completion for the course. Goal:…