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Committee call: Codes & Standards Council

The Codes & Standards Council advises the ICC board regarding applications for codes- and standards-related committees and reviews and provides oversight of codes- and standards-related procedures. ICC is accepting applications to fill five expired terms/vacancies until the deadline on Nov. 10.

ICC & CALBO working together for California wildfire relief efforts

The International Code Council joined with the California Building Officials (CALBO) to match funds donated to the American Red Cross up to $10,000 within the next month to aid relief efforts for California's deadly wildfires. We once again ask you to open your hearts and your wallets to help our friends in need. Together we can make a difference in the lives of those affected. Donate today.

Free video on solar updates

There are more than 1.3 million photovoltaic systems installed nationwide, with more installed every day, that are increasingly guided by robust codes and standards. National expert Jim Rogers discusses new solar updates and additions to the National Electrical Code in this video from a previous, sold-out webinar. Content includes large-scale photovoltaic electric supply stations, energy storage systems, rapid shutdown and photovoltaic systems grounding. View the video.

Building Innovation 2018

The Code Council is sponsoring Building Innovation 2018, the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) Sixth Annual Conference and Expo. It will be held Jan. 8-11, 2018, at the Mandarin Oriental in Washington, D.C. ICC and NIBS are long-time partners in the codes and standards arena as it pertains to the development and use of building sciences and technology. Read more.

Upcoming meeting: BCAC, FCAC, SEHPCAC

The Building Code Action Committee (BCAC), Fire Code Action Committee (FCAC) and Sustainability, Energy & High Performance Building Code Action Committee (SEHPCAC) have scheduled a joint meeting for Dec. 5-6 in Schiller Park, Ill. All meetings are open to the public. View the meeting notice.

Enhance your permit tech expertise

Build a strong foundation of knowledge on the International Building and Residential Codes at the Permit Technician Institute on Nov. 13-14 and Nov. 16-17 in San Francisco. Instructor Rich Truitt will deliver a detailed overview of code language, code enforcement, construction document review, legal aspects, permitting and inspection processes. Register now.

SEAOSC sends recon team to Mexico City

In response to the devastating 7.1 magnitude earthquake that hit Mexico City on Sept. 19, the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) assembled a team to conduct earthquake reconnaissance in the affected areas. Read more.

Special training event on earthquake design

Learn seismic design and detailing requirements as they relate to building codes during the Earthquake-Resistant Design of Buildings and Other Structures — U.S. Practice seminar. Attend in-person or via a virtual classroom on Nov. 14-15. Register now.

What we're reading, following & covering

There's a lot happening — domestically and globally — in building safety, fire prevention, sustainability and resiliency right now. Our aim is to provide busy professionals like you with a weekly run-down of the most compelling industry news stories concerning the safety, science and performance of the built environment.

Up and coming technologies drive the new economy of excrement

There is a growing movement to develop sustainable solutions to address one of the world's gravest public health problems — poor sanitation. Read more.

Interesting global construction trivia

Italian archeologists unearthed the ruins of a 6th-century Greek structure in southern Italy, complete with detailed assembly instructions. The ancient "IKEA building" is inscribed with coded instruction symbols showing how the various temple sections slot together.

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