IMI Webinar Series - Built to Code: Structural Masonry Inspections
Inspections are critical to the safety, performance, and code compliance of structural masonry. Get a practical overview of inspection requirements in the International Building Code (IBC) and TMS 402/602 and see how inspections directly support life safety and structural integrity. You’ll gain an understanding of inspection categories, qualifications, and documentation procedures that help verify masonry is built in accordance with project specifications and industry standards. We’ll highlight how effective collaboration among designers, contractors, and inspectors supports quality assurance and long-term structural integrity.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify key masonry inspection requirements in the IBC and TMS 402/602.
- Differentiate between Level 1 and Level 2 inspections and their impact on project risk and quality control.
- Describe the roles and responsibilities of designers, contractors, and inspectors in maintaining compliant, high-performing masonry construction.
- Explain how effective inspection practices enhance quality assurance, safety, and long-term performance.
About the Speaker:
Brian E. Trimble, PE, CDT, LEED AP
Director of Industry Development and Technical Services, IMI
Brian is a professional engineer who has worked in the masonry industry for over 30 years, assisting design professionals in the design of masonry structures. He speaks frequently to local, regional, and national construction industry groups.
His career began with a brick manufacturer and he worked for the Brick Industry Association for over 20 years. For the International Masonry Institute he coordinates activities in the Western PA and Western NY areas. In addition to owners, contractors, architects, engineers, and craftspeople, he promotes masonry to a wide range of audiences.