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| Branson, Mo., Building Inspectors 100-Percent Certified | |
| Glendale, Calif., Building and Safety Department Wins State Honor | |
| Sean DeCrane Named Fire and Life Safety Advocate of the Year |
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| Branson, Mo., Building Inspectors 100-Percent Certified One hundred percent of the inspection staff within the Building and Code Enforcement Divisions of the Planning and Development Department has earned professional certifications from the International Code Council. Through rigorous testing, ICC Certifications ensure that staff have demonstrated competency in the requirements of the International Codes, a complete set of comprehensive, coordinated codes used in most U.S. communities and many global markets for the design, build and compliance process to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. ICC Certifications also demonstrate expert knowledge by staff and can assist in the department's future efforts to become accredited by the International Accreditation Service. In addition, individuals have earned credentials in specific trade or inspection areas, enhancing staff versatility. "We really saw with the tornado a few years ago, the difference that building codes make," said Planning & Development Director Joel Hornickel. "The buildings that were built more recently, and according to adopted standards, consistently fared better than the older buildings that were built prior to the adoption of these code standards." Hornickel added, "We're very proud of our inspection staff, and the work they do to keep our community safe." Read more from the city of Branson |
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Glendale, Calif., Building and Safety Department Wins State Honor Glendale's Building and Safety Department was recently named the best in the state at the California Building Official's Annual Business Meeting. The group said the department deserved the recognition because of several initiatives, including the Back to Business program, which allows businesses to prequalify to perform their own damage assessments with private engineers. Allowing businesses to provide their own damage assessments will help them get up and running again sooner after a disaster like an earthquake, said City Building Official Stuart Tom. Read more at the Glendale News-Press |
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2013 ICC Fire Code Development Committee Chair Named Fire and Life Safety Advocate of the Year The Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association has selected Sean DeCrane, Battalion Chief and Chief of Training for the Cleveland Fire Training Academy, for its Fire and Life Safety Advocate of the Year award. The award is given to a person who has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the safety of the public through innovative efforts, including legislative, educational, enforcement or other effective means. "Sean DeCrane has shown a passion and dedication for reducing life and property losses from fire throughout his career," said Eric Smith, president of Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association. "We wanted to recognize Chief DeCrane's efforts highlighting fire prevention as a necessary part of every firefighters' duties with this prestigious award." Read more |
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