Morrison Hershfield’s team of code consultants have extensive experience in analyzing and applying the requirements of the National Building Code of Canada, Provincial Codes, International Building Code, NFPA 5000 and other building and fire codes across North America and around the world. We have proven experience in providing innovative, cost effective design solutions to meet project goals and to meet the intent of the Codes and in negotiating with Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

Our code consulting services include: 

• Analyzing and applying Building Codes for new construction and renovations
• Code alternatives and variances
• Developing code concepts for design projects
• Construction review for code compliance
• Analysis of life safety performance for buildings
• Egress analysis and modeling
• Risk assessment of building and operations
• Integrated Fire Protection Systems concepts and design
• Fire modeling, hazard and risk analysis
• Investigation and support for litigation

Our engineers take active roles in numerous Code and Standard writing organizations and committees, which helps in keeping them abreast of leading edge technologies and developments, as well as contributing their expertise to the committees.