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Building Safety Month theme is unveiled

The International Code Council announced the 38th annual Building Safety Month theme — Building Codes Save Lives. Building Safety Month is an international campaign held during the month of May that raises awareness about building safety and the importance of current safety codes and the role of code officials in creating safe, sustainable structures that communities can rely on for generations to come.

"Building Safety Month brings attention to issues that are not regularly considered unless disaster strikes. Modern codes and standards incorporate the latest technology and provide the safest, most resilient structures for our families and communities to protect against building failures, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, high-rise fires and other modern-day disasters," said Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO. "Building codes really do save lives." Read more.

ICC, ICC-ES sponsor and exhibit at ultimate trade show events

This week the International Code Council and the ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) join design and construction professionals at the 2018 National Association of Home Builders International Builders' Show (IBS) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) for the fifth annual Design & Construction Week, one of the largest trade show events in the U.S. Read more.

Start the year off right by advancing your career

The Learning Center at the International Code Council has the training events you need to advance your career. Our institutes, seminars, certification test academies and online learning opportunities are developed and led by nationally recognized code experts with decades of experience. You will earn valuable CEUs while networking and sharing experiences with your peers. Browse upcoming events.

Code change submission for the Group A codes closes tonight

The code change submission window for the 2018 Group A International Codes (I-Codes) closes today, Jan. 11, 2018, at midnight Pacific Time. This extension from the previous Jan. 8 deadline is intended to reduce stress following the post-holiday work rush and provide extra time to submit proposals. All proposals must be submitted through the online code development website, cdpACCESS. Read more.

ICC standards committees offer a chance to serve your industry

Volunteers are one of the most important assets of the International Code Council. It takes the time and expertise of many individuals working through the numerous ICC committees to shape the Code Council into the world-class membership organization that exists today. ICC is accepting applications for the ICC Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler and Emitter Standard Committee, the ICC/NSSA Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters Committee, and the ICC Standard for Residential Construction in High-Wind Regions Committee. The application deadline for these three committees is Jan. 31, 2018. Read more.

ICC board holds annual winter meeting in New Orleans

From Dec. 8–9, 2017, the International Code Council Board of Directors held its annual winter meeting and workshop in New Orleans, La. During its in-person meeting, the board dispensed with many items. Read more.

Winter fire safety reminder

In light of the recent fires in New York City, killing 12 and injuring more than 25 people, the International Code Council (ICC) offers its condolences to the families affected by the tragedies. As we continue to brave the winter, it is imperative that we remain mindful of this season's dangers and are reminded of the importance of fire safety and current safety codes. Read more.

ICC-SRCC is the first certification body accepted into solar network

ICC Evaluation Service announced that the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (ICC-SRCC) joined the Global Solar Certification Network, an international consortium of certification bodies, inspection bodies, test labs and solar thermal industry representatives that are working together to make solar thermal collector test data and factory inspection reports more portable between certification bodies across the globe. Read more.

ICC-ES issues its first formaldehyde listing

ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) issued its first formaldehyde emission listing as a third-party certifier under the Formaldehyde Emission Standards for Composite Wood Products Rule to Fuzhou Leifeng Building Material Co. Ltd of China. ICC-ES is one of a few providers worldwide that is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board to certify that composite wood products sold, supplied, offered for sale, imported to or manufactured in the U.S. are compliant with the formaldehyde emission standards. Read more.

Department of Defense recognizes IAS accreditation program

The U.S. Department of Defense now recognizes the International Accreditation Service's (IAS) Personnel Certification Bodies Accreditation Program under its Credentialing Opportunities On-Line program, a joint initiative of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Navy. Read more.

February 2018 ICC-ES committee hearing

The ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) will hold an Evaluation Committee Hearing on Feb. 6, 2018, at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport in Los Angeles, Calif. The proceedings of the Evaluation Committee will be carried via live webcast. View the detailed agenda and latest information.

Call for presentations: Global Connections Day 2018

Share your expertise at the 2018 International Code Council Global Connections Day on Oct. 24, 2018, in Richmond, Va. The 2018 Global Connections Day is supported by the ICC Global Membership Council and convened as part of the ICC Annual Business Meeting. The overall theme for Global Connections Day 2018 is Innovation in the World of Building Safety, with sessions focusing on Innovative Methods and Materials in Building Design and Construction and Innovative Approaches to the Building Regulatory Process. The call for presentations deadline has been extended to Jan. 22, 2018. Read more.

ICC speaks on the impact of ICC codes on high-rise fires

The NYC Fire Safety Directors Association (FSDA), an ICC organizational member, held its annual joint meeting with the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) on Jan. 9, 2018, at the NYC Fire Museum in Manhattan. ICC Senior Staff Engineer Beth Tubbs, PE, FSFPE, was invited to speak on the ICC codes in relation to the Grenfell high-rise fire. She covered the Code Council's recent activities, including updates about the Fire Code Action Committee, ICC participation with the Inter-Jurisdictional Regulatory Collaboration Committee, and communication with major jurisdictions and the media on exterior wall cladding systems.

Davis and McDonald named to NIBS 2018 executive team, board

The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) board unanimously approved a slate of officers, returning board members and new members in September, including Code Council Board Director Cindy L. Davis, CBO, who was appointed treasurer of NIBS' board and new NIBS board member Scott A. McDonald, who currently serves on the ICC Building Official Membership Council Governing Committee. Read more.

Tim Ryan retires from Overland Park

After almost 40 years working with the city of Overland Park, Kan., James "Tim" T. Ryan retired as code administrator on Dec. 22, 2017. Ryan dedicated much of his career to his work in Overland Park and helped guide the city through substantial growth. Read more.

Birmingham office staff service day

In early 2017, ICC Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims launched the company-wide Service Day initiative. Required of all ICC staff, Service Day calls for ICC employees to spend a day in the workplace of a member or industry stakeholder. The effort is aimed to help staff gain firsthand experiences of ICC members to identify ways to better serve and provide value. Read more.

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.

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