by Michael O'Brian on March 19, 2012
Public hearings include the International Building, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Plumbing and Private Sewage Disposal Codes
Code enforcement officials, other construction industry professionals and the public will meet to consider a broad range of proposed code changes to several International Codes that will improve building safety. Codes developed by the International Code Council are used in all 50 states and many nations worldwide.
The 2012 Code Development Spring Hearings, April 29-May 8 in Dallas, are focused on a set of codes known as Group A that include the International Building, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Plumbing and Private Sewage Disposal codes. These will be the initial hearings for 1,600 proposed revisions that ultimately will result in the 2015 editions of the codes. Code changes approved at the Dallas meeting will form the basis for resolution at the Final Action Hearings in October in Portland, Ore.
Please note that ICC policy has been amended to provide that a jurisdiction or other eligible governmental entity must submit an application to become an ICC Governmental Member by April 1 to be able to send voting representatives to the Final Action Hearings in October.
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by Michael O'Brian on November 30, 2011
Graduates can earn Certificate of Achievement and an edge when competing for code enforcement and other construction industry jobs
A pilot program that began in Maryland to prepare high school students for careers in code enforcement and the construction trades is expanding nationally with the support of the International Code Council. The Code Council is backing code training for high school students based on a program begun by Harford Technical High School in Bel Air, Md., and encouraging technical and vocational high schools to offer similar programs.
The High School Technical Training Program teaches students the importance of building codes in constructing safe and sustainable structures. The curriculum will cover four major construction fields contained in the ICC International Residential Code: building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical. Graduates of the program will have the opportunity to earn an ICC Certificate of Achievement demonstrating proficiency and knowledge.
“I am excited about this innovative approach to teach high school students about the importance of building codes, and it will provide graduates with an advantage in the job market,” said Code Council Chief Executive Officer Richard P. Weiland.
Jim Ellwood, Senior Plans Examiner, Building Service Division, Harford County, is the originator of the pilot program at Harford Technical High School and he spoke at the Government Relations Forum during the Council’s Annual Conference in November. “Folks say I’m enthusiastic about this program,” said Ellwood. “How could I not be? I have a group of young people who want to excel in their careers.”
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by Michael O'Brian on June 5, 2010
International Code Council Looking for Nominations
Here’s the deal there are many unsung heros that fall under the area of Inspectors. So why not make sure they are nominated and honored.
Nominations are now being accepted for the ICC Awards to be presented at the 2010 ICC Annual Conference, scheduled for October 25–28 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
ICC Awards will be presented in several categories to honor individuals and organizations for their accomplishments and service to ICC and the building safety industry.
The deadline to submit nominations for this year’s ICC Awards is Tuesday, June 15, 2010. Awards must be received by close of business of the deadline date. Completed forms may be mailed or faxed, or the information may be submitted by email.
ICC Awards will be presented
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by Michael O'Brian on May 19, 2010
Final Action Hearings to Conclude this Week
The International Code Council is currently 1/2 way thru the final action hearings in Dallas Texas. The final action hearings for the A group of code changes began Sunday May 16, 2010 and will conclude this Sunday. These code changes are various items that recieved public comment after the Code Development process last fall in Baltimore. The final changes will make up the 2012 editions of the ICC code group.
The hearings have heard changes on the International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, and International Plumbing Code. It is expected that the hearings will begin this afternoon on the International Fire Code and the Residential Code should begin on [click to continue…]
by Michael O'Brian on April 11, 2010
International Code Council Update
New Green Construction Code Unveiled. The International Code Council announced the release of Public Version 1.0 of the International Green Construction Code (IGCC) to regulate construction of new and existing commercial buildings. The IGCC aims to significantly reduce energy usage and greenhouse gasses. It addresses site development and land use, including preservation of natural and material resources. The Code Council and original IGCC Cooperating Sponsors—American Institute of Architects (AIA) and ASTM International—have been joined by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Illuminating Engineers Society (IES) in a first-of-its-kind collaboration to boost critical green building practices across the country. For a free download of IgCC Public Version 1.0 visit:
May is Building Safety Month
For the first time, the International Code Council (ICC) and International Code Council Foundation (ICCF) has expanded Building Safety Week into a month-long Building Safety Month campaign to expand opportunities and increase awareness about the critical importance of building and designing safe, sustainable and green structures in the United States and worldwide.
Code Development – Final Action Hearings (May 15-23 at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel)
The Code Council has received 754 public comments on 634 proposed changes to the International Codes that will be heard during the 2010 Final Action Hearings in Dallas and Charlotte, North Carolina. Group A of the [click to continue…]
by Michael O'Brian on April 5, 2010
Public Comments Needed Before May 15, 2010
The International Code Council announced the release of Public Version 1.0 of the International Green Construction Code (IGCC) which is now open for public comment (ending May 15, 2010).
The initial document (According to the ICC):
- Will use the “model” code approach
- Minimum and advanced levels of performance (Green and high-performance buildings)
- Will work as an overlay to the ICC Family of Codes
- Written in mandatory language that provides a new regulatory framework
- Will provide performance and prescriptive solutions
- Will account for local conditions
- Reflect the AIA 2030 Challenge
- Work in tandem with leading Green rating systems
- Designed with local, state & federal law in mind
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by Michael O'Brian on January 12, 2010
International Code Council Update
New Chapter Benefits for 2010
For 2010, the Chapter Training Benefit will consist of one day of training at 50% off the listed price for courses and workbooks. Chapters of the International Code Council are entitled to a variety of complimentary and reduced rate benefits. To be eligible for benefits, your chapter must meet the requirements of CP #10-04 and have a current annual report on file.
First Integrated Green Construction Code Poised For 2010 Debut
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by Michael O'Brian on October 28, 2009
ICC Hearings have big votes with over 1800 voters
Building and Fire Safety professionals from across the United States participated in the Code Development hearings in Baltimore. Today was a busy day with various code proposals found in the International Residential Code (IRC). These included revisions on stairways, general provisions, fire sprinkler provisions and many more.
Some of the more anticipated votes included
- RB53, would have changed the sprinkler provisions that affect Townshouses was removed by the proponent.
- RB54, added language to make sprinklers an option. The committee voted in favor of (7-4) to deny the code change while the floor action was requested and confirmed the committee action to keep sprinklers in the code.
- RB 56, was disapproved by the committee (7-4)
- RB 57, removed by submitter
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by Michael O'Brian on October 20, 2009
Car 54 Where are You
We have received lots of emails on where is the International Code Council bulletin board (forum) is. Well to tell you the truth, its complicated. I have found it by googling the terms ICC bulletin board but it doesn’t have the same feel as the old board. Oh and by the way, you must be a member.
I am trying to get on top of it to help you all out but I can’t log in to ask questions.
Wait, there is good news, Inspector911.com is here for you and our forum (AKA code questions) is here for you and it’s free. Take a look at our forum (bulletin board) today and start loading up the questions and giving your advice.
PS, if you have some information help out your fellow inspectors and add a comment below
by Michael O'Brian on August 26, 2009
Get Ready for the 2012 Versions of the I-Codes
It seems that the ICC just released the 2009 editions of the I-Code series and now it is time to start the process to develop the next generation of codes. The code change proposal monograph for the 2009/2010 Code Change cycle is now available. The web-page provided by the ICC gives you the option to download the changes through a .pdf format or you can register to receive a CD. The ICC has stated that CDs will be mailed for on or about October 3, 2009.
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