Year: 2024

El International Code Council Presenta los 2021 Códigos Internacionales en Español

Washington, D.C.– Los 2021 Códigos Internacionales  (I-Codes) del International Code Council ya están disponibles en español, tanto en formato impreso como digital. Este lanzamiento marca un importante paso en la promoción de la seguridad, la accesibilidad y la innovación en la industria global de la construcción.

Las ediciones en español 2021 de los I-Codes ayudan a facilitar la comprensión de las disposiciones de seguridad de la edificación a las comunidades hispanohablantes de todo el mundo. Mejorar la comprensión y la accesibilidad de los códigos de edificación eleva la calidad de la construcción y garantiza la seguridad.

2021 I-Codes en Español:

“Esta iniciativa es otro ejemplo de nuestro compromiso con la seguridad en la construcción en todo el mundo,” dijo el Vicepresidente Ejecutivo de Contenido y Servicios del Code Council, Mark Johnson. “Nuestro objetivo es continuar proporcionando a los profesionales de la seguridad en la construcción los recursos que necesitan para mantener los más altos estándares de seguridad y prácticas de construcción.

Los I-Codes son el conjunto de códigos modelo más utilizado y adoptado del mundo. Estos modernos códigos de seguridad en la construcción ayudan a garantizar el diseño y la construcción de estructuras seguras, sostenibles y asequibles. El Code Council se dedica a mejorar la experiencia del usuario en todo el mundo y seguirá traduciendo al español las futuras ediciones de los I-Codes.

Compra los 2021 I-Codes en Español aquí .

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Acerca del International Code Council

El International Code Council es una asociación sin fines de lucro que ofrece una amplia gama de soluciones de seguridad en la edificación, como la evaluación de productos, acreditación, certificación, codificación y capacitación. Desarrolla códigos modelos y normas utilizados en todo el mundo para construir estructuras seguras, sostenibles, asequibles y resilientes.

Celebrate With The International Code Council During Week Five of Building Safety Month

Washington, D.C. – The final week of the International Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign recognizes the individuals and communities who excel in building safety initiatives.   

Week Five: Celebrating Success in Building Safety shares stories of exceptional individuals and communities that are dedicated to building safety initiatives not only in May, but all year long. This week also features celebrations and events that took place during this year’s Building Safety Month, as well as highlights from the Code Council’s 30th anniversary. 

“As Building Safety Month draws to a close, we acknowledge that our changing world relies on the combined efforts of many,” said Stuart Tom, CBO, President of the Code Council Board of Directors. “We all have the power to make a difference as proven by the actions highlighted this week. From citizens to engineers to governmental officials, no action is too small, and it’s important to celebrate any success in building safety as we embrace the future.”

The American Gas Association is the foundation sponsor of 2024 Building Safety Month. Week Five is sponsored by the American Concrete Institute and National Multifamily Housing Council. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.   

“AGA is once again proud to be a Foundation Sponsor of the Code Council’s Building Safety Month held each May. AGA has been a leader in advancing safety codes and standards across the industry to help protect customers, communities and employees, while continuing to deliver the reliable energy Americans expect,” said Karen Harbert, AGA president and CEO. “We have an extensive history partnering with the Code Council and our support for Building Safety Month continues to demonstrate that ongoing partnership.”

More information about Building Safety Month, including downloadable resources to help support Building Safety Month, can be found here. 

Communities have been issuing proclamations declaring May 2024 as Building Safety Month. View the proclamations here or submit one here.

To participate in Building Safety Month:

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

International Code Council and Federal Emergency Management Agency Host Discussion on Boosting National Resiliency Through Modern Building Codes

Washington, D.C. – On May 16, 2024, the International Code Council and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hosted an event that brought together federal and state governmental stakeholders to discuss the progress made in advancement of modern building codes.

The panel discussion, Celebrating a “Mission Possible”: A Building Safety Month discussion on progress of the White House National Initiative to Advance Building Codes, marked the second anniversary of the government-wide effort to boost national resiliency and reduce energy costs through modern building codes.

“Through the implementation of the National Initiative, federal departments and agencies—some for the first time—are actively reviewing the federal funding of building construction to ensure projects follow updated model codes and provide incentives and support for communities to strengthen their own construction standards,” said Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO. “These collaborative efforts are worth celebrating as we reaffirm our commitment to advancing building safety across the world. Together, we have laid the foundation for a safer, more resilient future for all.”

White House Deputy National Climate Advisor Mary Frances Repko provided a keynote address, followed by remarks from U.S. Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, who also served as the panel’s moderator. Panelist Carlos Martín, Director of the Remodeling Futures Program at Harvard University, discussed the uneven consequences from disasters for underserved communities. Women in Code Enforcement of Virginia President Maryia Lackansing discussed pathways to connect the current and future graduates with opportunities in building safety, while International Association of Emergency Managers President Justin Kates focused on the importance of communication between emergency managers and code officials. Code Council Vice President of Fire and Disaster Mitigation Karl Fippinger discussed the momentum the National Initiative has generated across the federal government in furthering the adoption and effective implementation of hazard-resistant building codes.

“Today, fire is faster than ever before. Residential structures built with lightweight materials, furnished with synthetics, and often containing many devices powered by lithium-ion batteries; provide the environment for a deadly situation should a fire occur,” said Dr. Lori Moore-Merrill, Administrator, U.S. Fire Administrator. “All nationally recognized modern building and fire codes require the use of life-saving technology, like smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms and automatic fire sprinkler systems. We can create safer communities by implementing and enforcing codes and standards, especially in under-served and vulnerable populations. Affordable and fire safe housing should not be mutually exclusive.”

View the livestream recording of the panel here.

Learn more about the Code Council’s Building Safety Month celebration here.

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

The International Code Council Releases 2021 International Codes in Spanish

Washington, D.C.– The International Code Council’s 2021 International Codes®  (I-Codes) are now available in Spanish, in both print and digital formats. This release marks a significant step forward in promoting safety, accessibility, and innovation within the global construction industry.

The 2021 Spanish editions of the I-Codes help facilitate the understanding of building safety provisions for Spanish-speaking communities around the world. Improving the understanding and accessibility of building codes elevates the quality of construction and ensures safety.

2021 I-Codes in Spanish:

“This initiative is another example of our commitment to building safety worldwide,” said Code Council Executive Vice President of Content and Services, Mark Johnson. “Our goal is to continue to provide building safety professionals with the resources they need to uphold the highest safety standards and construction practices.”

The I-Codes are the most widely used and adopted set of model codes in the world. These modern building safety codes help ensure the design and construction of safe, sustainable and affordable structures. The Code Council is dedicated to enhancing the user experience across the globe and will continue to translate future editions of the I-Codes in Spanish.

Purchase the 2021 I-Codes in Spanish here.

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

Advocate for Change During Week Four of Building Safety Month

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign continues into week four with an emphasis on encouraging people to use their voice to promote building safety in their communities. By speaking up about building safety and ensuring the safety of the places they work, play and live, people are also maintaining the safety of their friends, family and neighbors. Tools promoted this week include templates of a press release and a letter to the media to edit and share, as well as fun resources to get kids excited about building safety.

Week Four: Engaging Your Community, provides tips and tools to engage and advocate for building safety. This week focuses on how your voice can be heard within your community through attending city council meetings, sending press releases and more.

“We really want to remind people that all forms of advocacy matter and make a difference in building safety,” said President the Code Council Board of Directors Stuart Tom, CBO. “Whether it be contacting local media or advocating for building safety to local leadership, even the smallest of actions have the power to save lives.”

The inaugural recognition of International Building Safety Day is also occurring during Week four of Building Safety Month. On May 22, governments and organizations around the world will recognize this single day dedicated to building safety and the professionals that enable the construction of safe, sustainable and resilient buildings. Look for the Code Council’s social media posts on May 22 recognizing this day, follow others posting with #IBSD2024 and check out the web page at www.buildingsafetyday.org to show support or submit a case study.

The American Gas Association is the foundation sponsor of 2024 Building Safety Month. Week Four is sponsored by Tyler Technologies. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.   

More information about Building Safety Month, including downloadable resources to help support Building Safety Month, can be found here. 

Communities have been issuing proclamations declaring May 2024 as Building Safety Month. View the proclamations here or submit one here.

To participate in Building Safety Month:

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

International Code Council Receives 2024 President’s “E” Award for Increasing U.S. Exports

Washington, D.C. – On May 14, 2024, the International Code Council was recognized as a recipient of the 2024 President’s “E” Award (“E-for-Export”) during a ceremony held at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington, D.C. This award is the highest recognition a person or U.S. entity can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of U.S. exports.

Dominic Sims, CBO, Code Council CEO and Stuart Tom, President of the Code Council Board of Directors, attended the 63rd annual “E” Awards ceremony where they accepted the award on behalf of the organization.

“We are immensely honored by this award,” said Tom. “It represents the culmination of our efforts to explore new markets for all of the building safety solutions that the Code Council offers and forge meaningful connections worldwide. We will continue to drive building safety on a global scale.”

“The Code Council works tirelessly to expand its global outreach,” said Sims. “We recognize that jurisdictions around the world, operating within different building safety regulatory systems, all seek different and custom solutions. We approach our global outreach with this in mind and continue to evolve the innovative and creative ways to advance our global building safety mission.”

Nominations for these awards are facilitated by the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service office network, operating under the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. The primary criteria for the President’s “E” Award is four years of successive export growth, usually accompanied by a rising percentage of export sales within total sales.

Learn more about the President’s “E” Award here.

For more information about the International Code Council’s Global Solutions, click here.

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

Building Safety Month Gives a Glimpse into the World of Building Safety Professionals

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council’s 44th annual Building Safety Month campaign continues into its third week with insight into the roles and responsibilities of building safety professionals. These professionals enforce code compliance to empower and educate partners to embrace and integrate safety standards in their work and perform safety checks that protect your home from emergencies before fire, flood or disaster strike. They also help keep existing buildings safe by conducting inspections and adopting the latest building codes.

Week Three: Learning From the Pros, also gives examples on when to contact your local building department. Some issues that require assistance from a building safety professional include permitting, home renovations or buying a house.

“Building Safety Month provides us with the opportunity to celebrate the silent defenders of public safety – the building safety professionals,” said President of the Code Council Board of Directors Stuart Tom, CBO. “Building safety professionals work diligently to keep the places we live, work and play safe. By learning from them, the public will become better equipped to maintain a safe and resilient environment and be more prepared to embrace a changing world.”

To acknowledge a building safety professional, share with the Code Council on social media and use #BuildingSafety365.

American Gas Association is the foundation sponsor of 2024 Building Safety Month. Week Three is sponsored by Simpson Strong-Tie. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.          

More information about Building Safety Month, including downloadable resources to help support Building Safety Month can be found here. 

Communities have begun to issue proclamations declaring May 2024 as Building Safety Month, including the President of the United States for the fourth year in a row. View the proclamations here or submit one here.

To participate in Building Safety Month:

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

Prepare Your Home for Natural Disasters with Week Two of Building Safety Month

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign enters its second week with an emphasis on the importance of building safety preparedness on protecting homes and communities from flooding, earthquakes, hurricanes, wildfires and more. Preparing and planning for such disasters can significantly mitigate building damage and help create resilient communities around the world.

Week Two: Preparing a Building Safety Plan focuses on best practices to prepare your home and buildings in your community for disasters. Learn essential insights about fire and water safety measures, optimal home maintenance strategies, disaster readiness protocols and effective strategies for mitigating damage caused by natural disasters. Additionally, we’ll explore sustainable practices aimed at fostering a cleaner, greener future for all.

“Building safety starts in the home,” said Stuart Tom, CBO, President of the Code Council Board of Directors. “By planning ahead and preparing for unexpected hazards, together we can create safer and more resilient places to live.”

Communities have begun to issue proclamations declaring May 2024 as Building Safety Month, including the President of the United States for the fourth year in a row. View the proclamations here or submit one here.

To participate in Building Safety Month:

American Gas Association is the foundation sponsor of 2024 Building Safety Month. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.  

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.