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ICC Preferred Provider Program Closer to Launch Overview of 2013 CALGreen, Commissioning Requirements
Learn from the Experts at the ICC Plan Review Institute Communities Have 72 Hours to Assess Damage from a Disaster
Sharpen Skills, Network, Earn CEUs at Residential Inspection Institute  
 
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Professional Development Council Named; ICC Preferred Provider Program Closer to Launch

The new Professional Development Council (PDC) was recently established to better coordinate career path resources for ICC Members and other stakeholders by utilizing shared knowledge between ICC Education and Certification programs. The ICC Board of Directors approved the new Council Policy #45 in April 2014 to create the PDC and by which it will be governed. This critical new Council, chaired by Cindy Davis, CBO, replaces both BIPS and the Education Committee, and is composed of two six-member committees: a Certification Committee and an Education Committee. A major purpose of the PDC is to align the ICC Education and Certification Programs to ensure quality training is available to meet the needs of ICC Members, all ICC educational customers and ICC Certification holders while maintaining the credibility and validity of the ICC Certification Program. The PDC also will be responsible for reviewing the soon to be enacted Preferred Provider Program as well as other ICC education and certification activities.

The Preferred Provider Program being developed will serve to expand the number of training topics and opportunities available to ICC Members, Chapters and others in the construction industry. The program will be a vehicle for Chapters and other education and industry providers to offer quality educational programs to code and fire officials, architects, engineers, designers, contractors and all industry professionals. A stakeholder group, made up of ICC Members from across the country representing ICC Chapters, jurisdictions, associations, educators and other industry groups held several meetings. More opportunities for feedback, comments and discussion are planned to continue to address topics such as:

     • Qualifying and assessing potential Preferred Providers
     • Criteria for determining course objectives, quality and delivery methods
     • On-site and online training models, along with hybrid models that allow for education session via Skype or similar online technology
     • Ways to ensure ICC Members and all customers, Chapters, industry and building professionals benefit from the Preferred Provider Program

The Preferred Provider Program will ensure quality education on a full range of topics is available in a greater range of formats and with increased availability so that training on timely subject matter is readily available. Answers to many Frequently Asked Questions about this new program are now available.

The ICC Preferred Provider Program will launch this fall. Oversight will be provided by the PDC.

Click here for more information about ICC Education and Certification programs.
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Learn from the Experts at the ICC Plan Review Institute

Myrtle Beach, S.C. | August 4-8

Improve your efficiency as you review structural, nonstructural and residential plans step-by-step with nationally respected educators. At ICC's five-day Plan Review Institute, you will learn from the source of the codes as you improve your technical skills through interactive practice exercises and engaging question-and-answer sessions. You will receive valuable tools and detailed checklists you can immediately put to use upon returning to work.

After completing the Institute, you will be better able to: perform effective and efficient structural, nonstructural and residential plan reviews in compliance with the 2012 International Building Code and 2012 International Residential Code; identify when minimum code requirements have not been met and cite applicable code sections; and review plans for code compliant building planning and evaluate plans for fire-resistant R-rated construction.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to network and expand your professional contacts while exchanging industry best practices. Earn 3.0 CEUs when you join your peers from around the country at this valuable training.

Make your plans before June 15 to take advantage of ICC's special discounted hotel rate at the Ocean Creek Resort. The spring 2014 Plan Review Institute sold out — register today to attend this comprehensive training offered by ICC, the source of the codes.

For additional questions, we can be reached by email at icctraining@iccsafe.org or by phone at 888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) ext. 33818.
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Sharpen Skills, Network, Earn CEUs at Residential Inspection Institute

Chicago, IL | September 15-19
Based on the 2012 International Codes, the Residential Inspection Institute is a five-day training where you will gain the necessary skills to perform thorough residential inspections more efficiently. You will learn about the latest inspection tools and receive practical information from those that know the codes best.

Included with this interactive instruction are materials developed by ICC experts in building codes. You will also learn step-by-step processes to complete residential building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical inspections; earn 3.0 CEUs; and have the opportunity to network with peers from around the country. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills to be better able to: perform effective and efficient residential building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical inspections in compliance with the 2012 International Residential Code; use industry best practices and practical information to improve residential inspection techniques; and use resource manuals to acquire knowledge and employ on the job.

Succeed in the complex building safety industry. Register today.
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Overview of 2013 CALGreen, Commissioning Requirements

Mission Viejo, CA | August 4

Whether you are an inspector, plans examiner, contractor or designer, this course will explore challenges and issues you face in construction, inspection, documentation and other enforcement and compliance issues as they apply to the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen).

After attending this one-day seminar, you will be able to: explain the intent of CALGreen; define commissioning; describe an overview of a code related commissioning (Cx) process; explain the significant changes to the 2013 CA Codes on Cx; identify the Cx Compliance Forms and Tools; explain the mandatory measures in CALGreen for various occupancy types; explain ways to get compliance with CALGreen; describe the CAlGreen format; describe how CALGreen interacts with the other parts of the CBSC (CCR Title 24); describe CALGreen Tier 1 & 2 requirements and how are they achieved; describe methods for jurisdictions to adopt, implement and enforce CALGreen; and explain how CALGreen can be amended to meet local green building objectives. Register today.
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Affected Communities Have 72 Hours to Assess the Damage from a Disaster

After a natural disaster, everyone needs to be prepared to help a community recover. Building departments can't do it alone—engineers, architects, emergency management and community emergency response teams should all be ready to help their community in the event of a disaster. Are you ready if called upon to help?

Every community needs to be prepared in advance of a disaster. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in 2013 there were: 61 federal major disaster declarations, including flooding, severe storms, tornados, landslides, wildfires, severe freezes, hurricanes and more (major disaster declarations were issued in 28 states); 5 federal emergency declarations; and 27 federal fire management assistance declarations.

Disaster response is critical. From the time a disaster is declared, an affected community has 72 hours to assess the damage and report to the federal government to receive direct federal assistance, according to FEMA. Communities that are unable to mobilize immediately may not receive the needed aid on time.

ICC has created the Disaster Response Network to help affected communities.

If you're looking for training in disaster preparedness, register for the only class that will teach you how to deal with a disaster environment, the When Disaster Strikes Institute. All members of the building safety industry need this course to be prepared to help their community.

Instructor William C. Bracken is a national disaster response and damage assessment expert who provides support and consultation to state and federal agencies. He teaches building and code officials and licensed professionals to assess the damage of disasters without endangering themselves or others. Register for the next When Disaster Strikes Institute, November 3-4, in Des Moines, Iowa.
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