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ICC Disaster Response Network supports
communities damaged by natural disasters.           

Anticipating the needs of jurisdictions for assistance in the aftermath of the tornadoes that struck the Midwest the Disaster Response Network is active. Jurisdictions can access a database of volunteers to assist with building damage assessment, inspections and other code-related functions or call the Disaster Support Hotline at 888-ICC-SAFE (888-422-7233), ext. 5238.

 
 
     
 

Follow the Group A hearings online.           

Can't attend the 2015 Group A Committee Action Hearings in Memphis, Tenn.? The hearings will be webcast live on the ICC website. View the schedule and monograph of proposed changes. Registration remains open for Group A hearings at the Cook County Convention Center. Click here for more details.

 
 
     
 

Online floor modification submission opened April 1.       

New to the code development process this year, floor modifications to the Group A International Codes can only be submitted at cdpACCESS.com. Individuals who submit floor modifications must attend the 2015 Committee Action Hearings in Memphis, Tenn. For details on floor modifications, click here.

 
 
     
 

ICC partners with CPSC's Pool Safely Campaign.           

With warmer weather and outdoor activities on the horizon, ICC is partnering with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSP) Pool Safely Campaign to increase visibility among Americans about pool and spa safety. Pool Safely is the national public education initiative that raises awareness about drowning prevention and entrapment incidents to save children's lives in pools and spas.

 
 
     
 

Safe room booklet referencing ICC 500 is updated.           

The booklet includes excerpts from the 2014 ICC/NSSA Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters (ICC 500). FEMA, the publication says, supports the development of consensus codes and standards that establish minimum acceptable requirements for the design and construction of hazard-resistant buildings. Read the report.

 
 
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Significant changes to the 2015 IBC.           

An additional method of stage proscenium opening protection has now been provided in Section 410.3.5 that permits the use of horizontal sliding doors having a minimum fire protection rating of 1 hour. (This information is excerpted from the Significant Changes to the 2015 International Building Code.)

 
 
     
 

Seminar on 2015 IECC Essentials.           

Andrew Klein is the subject matter expert for this one-day seminar that examines the critical concepts of the 2015 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. It provides a clear understanding and correct use of the requirements identified by these basic code provisions, tables and categorizations.

 
 
     
 

10 earn coveted ICC MCP status.           

The achievement of the Master Code Professional (MCP) designation from the International Code Council is the highest level of ICC Certification and has become the gold standard for demonstrating proficiency in the building and fire safety profession. Currently, there are more than 800 MCP professionals worldwide, and their achievements are a benefit to the code enforcement profession, as well as their communities.

 
 
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ICC-ES BPCP accredited by Standards Council of Canada.           

The ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) now offers this new Building Product Certification Program (BPCP) to support manufacturers who wish to distribute products in Canada and the U.S. It allows ICC-ES to certify many building products for, and provide easier access to, the Canadian market for new and existing clients, making ICC-ES a "one-stop shop" service provider for building product conformity assessment in both nations.

 
 
     
 

Huber receives ICC-ES wall sheathing listing.           

Huber Engineered Woods LLC is the most recent manufacturer to receive an ICC Evaluation Service Building Product Listing (ESL-1016). The report demonstrates Zip System® Wall Sheathing compliance with requirements for use as a component in air barrier assemblies as referenced in Section: C402.4.1.2 of the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code. ZIP System Wall Sheathing panels are OSB wood structural panels having a laminated exterior facer. It is used as combination wall sheathing, air barrier and water-resistive barrier.

 
 
     
 

ICC-ES seeks individuals for Board of Managers.           

The ICC Evaluation Service seeks to fill openings on its Board of Managers starting Sept. 1, 2015, with qualified individuals who will participate and contribute to the governance of ICC-ES through effective guidance on programs, activities and goals. Duties of the Board of Managers include strategic oversight of the operation of ICC-ES, a tax-exempt limited liability corporation, and providing high-level guidance to the leadership of ICC-ES. Applications will be accepted through May 6.

 
 
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Williamson honored for standards development contributions.           

James Williamson is the recipient of the 2015 Ronald H. Brown Standards Leadership Award, which recognizes the standards and assessment community for promoting American competitiveness in a global marketplace, safeguarding the environment, and improving the quality of life for workers and consumers around the world. ICC is a member of the U.S. World Standards Day Planning Committee, an event sponsor, and includes 1,300 standards in its International Codes. Previous recipients include ICC Board past President Ron Lynn.

 
 
     
 

GMC Profile: Kevin Skauge.           

Kevin Skauge, Vice Chair of the ICC Global Membership Council (GMC), is quick to say, "I'm not a building official, but I'm the building official's biggest fan" — and his personal and professional activities over the last 30 years have certainly substantiated that statement. Read more.

 
 
     
 

Region VIII swears in new officers at annual meeting.           

ICC Board Secretary/Treasurer Dwayne Garriss updated Region VIII Chapter Members on activities of the association and swore in new officers at the region's annual meeting in Chattanooga, Tenn. Highlights also included training and presentations of awards. The region has grown to 220 Members.

 
 
     
 

Deadline nearing for 2016 FLASH scholarships.           

This is the final week to submit an application for the 2016 FLASH Scholarships aimed at master and doctoral candidates seeking academic degrees that focus on disaster safety and mitigation, including construction, engineering, meteorology, risk communication, and more. The International Code Council/FLASH scholarship is for students performing research on the education of building codes, the effectiveness of building codes or the incentives and impediments for adoption and enforcement of building codes.

 
 
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Training & education opportunities

 
     
When Disaster Strikes Institute
April 20-21 | St. Louis, MO
Plan Review Institute
April 27-May 1 | Houston, TX
Plan Review Institute
Aug. 3-7 | Myrtle Beach, SC
When Disaster Strikes Institute
Sept. 1-2 | Biloxi, MS
Residential Inspection Institute
Sept. 14-18 | Atlanta, GA
 
 
     
 

Upcoming shows & events

 
     
ICC Comm. Action Hearings
April 19-30 | Memphis, TN
2015 Natl. ADA Symposium
May 10-13 | Atlanta, GA
EE Global Forum 2015
May 12-13 | Washington, D.C.
Governor's Hurricane Conf.
May 13-14 | Orlando, FL
Western Roofing
June 14-18 | Las Vegas, NV
Pacific Coast Builders Conf.
June 24-25 | San Diego, CA
 
     
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