1. Seismic Retrofit Training

2. FocusFocus +How retrofit methods work +How to install them +Avoiding typical errors +Learn to implement a retrofit— NOT to design one

3. Who Benefits? +Contractors +Building Inspectors +Plan Reviewers + Realtors + Lenders + Construction Attorneys +Property Owners

4. ObjectivesObjectives +How earthquake shaking damages wood frame structures +Key components of a retrofit >shear walls >hold downs >foundation >connections +Installation steps for each component

5. ObjectivesObjectives +Typical errors +Reducing hazards of non-structural features +Basic health & safety measures +Recognizing areas of potential liability +Building permit requirements, warranties, and liabilities

6. Why Retrofit? +Safety +Prevent loss of rental income +Insurance requirements +Municipal mandate +Real estate disclosure

7. Retrofit Contractors are in Demand +Northridge in 1995: 48,000 housing units uninhabitable +Loma Prieta in 1989: 16,000 housing units uninhabitable

8. New House: > Engineer or architect design OR > Conventional construction provisions of UBC Retrofit:Retrofit: > Engineer or architect design OR > Prescriptive standard

9. Typical Simple Structure House

10. Hillside Homes Require Professional Design