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IFC Lock Down Provisions for Schools The Code Council has received many calls from fire officials regarding lock down procedures in schools as a result of the shootings at the Sandy Hook Elementary School. Fire officials are being pressured by both school officials and elected officials to approve special locking arrangements. The governors of several states have created special commissions to make recommendations on security issues at schools. |
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| April Committee Action Hearing Next Step to Develop 2015 I-Codes Code changes up for consideration include International Residential, Fire, Energy Conservation, and Swimming Pool and Spa Codes. International Code Council Members and other building safety professionals will gather at a Committee Action Hearing to discuss, debate and take action on about 2,000 code change proposals submitted to the Group B 2012 codes. The Committee Action Hearing, previously referred to as a Code Development Hearing, includes code change proposals submitted to the "Group B" codes: the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (IRC), International Fire Code (IFC), International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), International Existing Building Code (IEBC), International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), International Code Council Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities (ICCPC), International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) and International Zoning Code (IZC). Action also will be taken on Chapter 1 of all the I-Codes, except the International Green Construction Code, and the administrative update of referenced standards in the 2012 I-Codes. The outcome of the hearing, April 21-30 at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel, will be the basis for the 2015 Group B codes to be finalized at a Public Comment Hearing, formerly called a Final Action Hearing, later this year in Atlantic City, N.J. "Participating in code development is an important responsibility that allows our Members to have a direct impact on saving lives and creating a safe, sustainable and affordable built environment," said ICC Board President Ronald Piester. "Industry participation ensures the International Codes are updated based on building science and knowledge from past experiences to create the most resilient homes and buildings possible." To vote on assembly motions at the Dallas hearings, all ICC Members must submit new or updated membership information no later than April 11. Information can be submitted at www.iccsafe.org/gvr. There is no cost to register to attend the hearing. For more information and to register in advance, visit www.iccsafe.org/SpringHearings. Advance registration allows the ICC to verify voting credentials for Members and plan appropriately based on the expected number of attendees. The ICC governmental consensus process is an open, inclusive process that allows input from all individuals and groups. Final decisions at the Public Comment Hearings are made by ICC Governmental Member voting representatives and Honorary Members who represent the public's interest. ICC has negotiated a preferred rate at the Sheraton Dallas of $149 a night if reserved before March 29. Government Rates also are available and subject to availability. SuperShuttle ground transportation has special ICC rates from both Dallas/Ft. Worth International and Dallas Love Field of $14 per person one way or $26 roundtrip using the ICC group code: 88BAT. |
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Schedule Posted No Later than February 22; Proposed Changes Available March 11 The schedule for the 2013 Group B Committee Action Hearings in Dallas will be posted on the Code Council website no later than February 22. |
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cdp ACCESS Testing Begins in Atlantic City The Atlantic City Convention Center is open for business and ready to host the Code Council's 2013 Annual Conference and Group B Public Comment Hearings where testing of the online Governmental Consensus Vote will occur as part of the implementation of the cdp ACCESS initiative. After system and process adjustments the 2014 Group C Code Development Cycle will be a binding Beta test for the International Green Construction Code. Click to continue. |
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New Terminology Used for Code Activities While introducing the cdp ACCESS initiative the Code Council also has changed its terminology concerning reports, agendas and hearings. Beginning with the 2013 Group B Code Development Cycle, the following terms are in use: |
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