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ICC MEMBER NEWS ICC Governmental Member Voting Representatives Deadline Is Approaching The Group C Committee Action Hearings will be held April 27–May 4 in Memphis, Tenn. ICC Governmental Member Primary Representatives must validate their Governmental Member Voting Representatives ("GMVR") no later than March 28 for the GMVR to be eligible to participate in the Online Assembly Floor Motion vote that will follow the Committee Action Hearings. Continue reading story |
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ICC NEWS CSB Chair Applauds Changes to ICC Codes Addressing Gas Blow Pipe Cleaning Operations and Hot Work The chairperson of the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) commended the ICC and its Members for revising the International Fire Code and International Fuel Gas Code to prohibit an unsafe practice that killed six workers in a tragic explosion. Click here to read more. |
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BUILDING SAFETY MONTH NEWS Building Safety Month Campaign Materials Available Building Safety Month is in May and ICC is offering educational and informational resources to help increase awareness of the public about building safety. Promotional materials include a sample proclamation, template news release, kids activity sheets and stickers, posters and brochures. Printed campaign materials are available for purchase through the ICC Store and many items are available as free, downloadable tools on the ICC website. For more information, visit www.buildingsafetymonth.org. |
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ICC TECHNICAL SERVICES Build It to Code to Minimize Damage from Frozen Water Pipes The winter of 2013–2014 will be well remembered for extreme record-setting cold, above normal snowfall, ice storms and water pipe damage. With temperatures plunging to single digits across the South, freezing temperatures in the Northwest and way below zero in other areas that are used to cold winters, frozen pipes and the problems they cause have kept many contractors busy. Given these challenging weather conditions, this article provides ICC Members—especially code officials, building inspectors and contractors—a brief refresher on 2012 International Residential Code requirements related to pipe freezing. |
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CODES CORNER Significant Code Changes to the 2009 A117.1 Accessibility Standard Use of Section 306, knee and toe clearances, is prohibited when establishing the clear maneuvering space required at a door. This should assure that access to door hardware is not impeded and that users do not need to reach over an obstruction to operate the hardware. Continue reading story |
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INDUSTRY NEWS Development and Use of Current Codes Demonstrates Commitment to Safety The development of current codes and standards by International Code Council members supports the building industry in the construction of safe and resilient homes and buildings. In addition to safety, up-to-date codes also have positive economic impacts. Building in compliance with the International Codes can keep construction costs down, lower insurance rates and reduce utility bills. Continue reading story |
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ICC JOBTARGET Construction Companies Step Up to Hire Veterans More than 100 construction companies—many of whom are direct competitors—are coming together to announce that they plan to hire more than 100,000 veterans within the next five years. They made this commitment not just because it's the patriotic thing to do, and not just because they want to repay our veterans for their service to our country, but because these companies know that it's the smart thing to do for their businesses. Continue reading story |
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NEW ICC RESOURCES Stretch Your Dollars—Buy Before March 31 Effective April 1, there will be a new price schedule for select products and certification exams. This early notification will allow you to take advantage of 2013 pricing on popular items such as the 2012 International Codes, and Code and Commentaries that will undergo a price increase. View a complete list of price changes. |
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