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ICC Announces Global, Fire Service Membership Council Governing Committees; Enrollment Open for All Five Councils
The Code Council Board of Directors recently approved five discipline-specific Membership Councils to enhance Members' work performance, careers and professions within ICC and industry-wide, and to advocate on behalf of concerns and issues that are of particular interest to each Council.
Building Official and Assistant Director of Planning and Community Development for Norfolk, Virginia, Lynn Underwood brings professional experiences that have taken him to Afghanistan, El Salvador, Libya and throughout the United States to his new role as ICC Global Membership Council Chair.
The International Fire Code Council (IFCC) is now the Fire Service Membership Council chaired by Fulton Cochran, Henderson, Nevada, Deputy Fire Marshal. Since 2004, the IFCC has represented fire service interests related to codes and safety.
The five Membership Councils are currently open for enrollment to all ICC Members: Building Official; PMG Official; Sustainability; Global; and Fire Service.
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  Board Names Codes & Standards Council;
CAC Appointments Expected This Month
The Code Council Board of Directors has appointed the Codes & Standards Council to review and approve new codes and standards projects, advise the ICC Board regarding committee appointments, and review code development policies and procedures. At its July meeting, the Board is expected to appoint four Code Action Committees (CACs). The CACs will meet this fall in support of the Group A code change deadline of January 3, 2012, for the International Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas Codes. With the completion of the 2011 Code Development Hearings for the International Green Construction Code and the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code in May, the upcoming Report of Hearings also will include a notification of a Call for Committee to receive applications for the 2012/2013 IgCC and ISPSC Code Development Committees. The application deadline will be August 1.
  ICC CEO Weiland Speaks to China's Booming
Green Construction Industry
Since half of the world's building construction will take place in China by 2015, Code Council CEO Richard P. Weiland seized an exciting international opportunity to address a diverse audience of decision makers on China's booming construction industry and its critical need for green buildings, green building products and services. Weiland delivered a presentation on the "International Green Construction Code: Game Changer in Sustainable Building" during China's premier green design and construction conference, Global Green Building. The conference brought together expert speakers from around the world to promote eco-friendly design and construction methods and solutions that foster green building development. Click to continue.

Safe Rooms, Shelters Encouraged during Alabama's Rebuilding Process

ICC participated in the Safer Alabama Summit along with FEMA, the National Storm Shelter Association, architects and contractors. As Alabama begins rebuilding following April's devastating tornadoes, federal and state officials are encouraging the use of storm shelters and safe rooms as tools to mitigate future disasters. Click to continue.

Tuscaloosa's Boswell: Some Good Coming from the Bad

While Tuscaloosa, Alabama, an ICC Governmental Member, continues to recover from a devastating EF-4 tornado that struck the city April 27, local officials are already eyeing the future and the city's rebuilding process. "There's some good coming from the bad, there's no doubt about that," Chief Building Official Alan Boswell (center) told ICC Board of Directors President Jimmy Brothers (left) and CEO Rick Weiland. Click to continue.

IgCC Gains Momentum
throughout the U.S.

Green building is becoming the new standard for environmentally and safety conscious U.S. cities and states, as more jurisdictions use the new International Green Construction Code (IgCC) to address safe and sustainable construction for new and existing buildings. Boynton Beach, Florida, and Phoenix are the most recent in a series of local and state governments to adopt the IgCC.

Working Together across the Border

The Building Officials' Association of British Columbia (BOABC) continues to expand around existing and new examinations, based on the current National Building Code of Canada and the British Columbia Building Codes. The exam development partnership between ICC and BOABC has resulted in a record number of certifications being issued to inspectors and leads the way for national certification and uniform training recognized throughout Canada. Click to continue.

U.S. CSB Recognizes ICC for Its Continued Efforts in Health, Safety

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has issued a statement thanking the Code Council for its passage and ratification of the Emergency Amendment to the International Fuel Gas Code and the International Residential Code. The emergency amendment addressed issues resulting from the natural gas explosion at a facility in Garner, North Carolina, in June 2009 (photo at left).
 
  Free Shipping Included Every Friday with Online Orders This Month
Every Friday in July, ICC will pick up the cost of standard shipping to make the latest code books, reference materials and study tools even more affordable to our valued customers. This offer applies to all online purchases from the ICC Store.
  ICC Offers Member Jurisdictions Assistance in Rebuilding Efforts
The Code Council and Modular Building Institute have teamed up to assist Building and Fire Officials in disaster-stricken states that need temporary office space. ICC and the Applied Technology Council are offering a free recorded webinar upon request on the ATC-45 Field Manual: Safety Evaluation of Buildings after Wind Storms and Floods.
Member-Only 1 Cent Sale—While Supplies Last
 
 
  ARTICLE: Seismic Design Tips for Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Engineers
View IgCC and ISPSC Code Development Hearings Results
 

 

 
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Bill Introduced to Encourage Use of Green Stormwater Technologies
Value of Green Homes Often Lost on Appraisers
Building with Green Construction Equipment
Green Builders Show Their Stuff‎ at USGBC's Midwest Regional Conference
State of Maryland Adopts International Green Construction Code
Engineers Look for Danger Signs on Levees
ICC Voices Support for the Safe Building Code Incentive Act
DHS Announces Grant Guidance for 2011 Preparedness Programs
2011: The Year of the Urban Tornado
 
  New Hampshire Issues Energy Code Challenge for Building Professionals
New Building Codes to Solve Access Problem in Adu Dhabi
National Building Inventory Workshop to Be Held in California
  Omaha Landlords Would Need to Be Licensed to Do Their Own Repairs
   
  Are Green Buildings Hazardous to Your Health?
Historic Preservation Good for Economy, Job Creation
Benefits of Using Silica Fume in Concrete
Civil Engineering Branches for Civil Engineer Jobs
 
 
  Hot off the Press
The 2012 International Codes are now available in hard copy and PDF download along with new editions of the popular Significant Changes Guides for the International Building Code, International Residential Code and International Fire Code. These value-packed resources identify the most critical changes in the 2012 codes and provide you with comprehensive analysis of how each change affects real-world application. Read more.
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2009 IECC Fundamentals Commercial & Residential Provisions for Builders
This seminar provides an overview of critical concepts of the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). These concepts provide a basis for the correct use of the code in the design, plan review, inspection and analysis of projects. This seminar will highlight essential code components for building energy-efficient structures. The seminar will explain the different methods or options you as the builder have available to you to demonstrate code compliance.
  NEW ICC to the Point Webinar Series
Stay current with ICC codes while you interact with nationally recognized code experts. This complimentary monthly webinar series will address current issues in the building safety industry. Participants will participate in short live webinars with ICC experts on a variety of topics.

Overview of the International Code Council Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities
July 20 | 1:00 - 1:30 pm Central
This webinar will provide an overview of the objectives for achieving the intended levels of occupant safety, property protection and community welfare.
  Eastern Division-IAFC Holds Chapter Meeting in Delaware
Illinois Protective Officials Conference Celebrates 50 Years
NYSBOC Delegates Meeting Held in Slingerlands
Heart of America Chapter Holds June Meeting
 
 
  Government Relations Highlights — June
It's been a busy June for the Code Council Government Relations department. Highlights include work with the BuildStrong Coalition, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the U.S. Department of Labor, the U.S. Green Building Council, the newly created American National Standards Institute's Electric Vehicle Standards Panel, and the U.S. Chemical Safety Board, among others. Click to continue.
 
  Chapter Officers Installed at Texas State Association of Plumbing Inspectors
Code Council, World Toilet Organization Draft of Global Toilet Design Guideline Ready for Public Comment
 
 
 
 
  Experienced Green Building Expert to Lead ICC-ES Environmental Programs
Certified Green Professional Rob Brooks has joined ICC-ES as the Director of Environmental Programs to increase its expertise in green building and energy-efficient services, and better serve customer needs. Brooks has more than 26 years of industry experience and extensive knowledge. Click to continue.
Recently Published ICC-ES Evaluation Reports
Significant Increase of New ICC-ES PMG Listings
ICC-ES PMG Certifies Products to New WaterSense Specification for Tank-Type Toilets
  Special Inspections Training Offered at ICC Annual Conference
Building departments can learn how to implement the special inspection requirements in Chapter 17 of the International Building Code during an education session presented by IAS at the ICC Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. Greg Johnson, former ICC and IAS board member will be giving the presentation. Click to continue.
 
  2011 Code of Honor Online Application Database Soon Open
The 2011 Code of Honor online application database will openon Monday, August 8 at 10:00 am EST and will close on Monday, August 29 at 5:00 pm for the Phoenix Final Action Hearings. Applicants may apply for the scholarship in a variety of categories; however, all Code of Honor scholars must be a Governmental Member Voting Representative in good standing with the Code Council. For information on the application procedure, award levels and much more, please visit our website or call the Foundation Team at (888) 422-7233, ext. 4223.
 
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