Important Disaster Safety & Mitigation Links

FEMA Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration’s Building Science Branch develops and produces multi-hazard mitigation guidance, provides training on this guidance and works closely with the ICC and other partners to develop disaster-resilient building codes to reduce loss of life and property. Building Science’s Mitigation Assessment Teams (MATs) are comprised of expert investigators who deploy into the field post-disaster to assess the damages and make recommendations for future technical guidance and building code improvements. Download disaster-specific MAT reports and find out how to join a future MAT team.

Simpson Strong-Tie

• 5 Steps to a Stronger Home – Seismic
• 5 Steps to a Stronger Home – High Wind
• 5 Steps to a Stronger Home – Decks
• Seismic Retrofit Guide
• Deck Connection and Fastening Guide

Go to FLASH.org or www.safestronghome.com for more information on how to protect your home.

American Wood Council Webinars

• Disaster Resistant Wood Frame Construction Example using 2015 WFCM – Part 1: Loads
• Disaster Resistant Wood Frame Construction Example using 2015 WFCM – Part 2: Roof Story Design
• Disaster Resistant Wood Frame Construction Example using 2015 WFCM – Part 3: Second Story Design
• Disaster Resistant Wood Frame Construction Example using 2015 WFCM – Part 4: First Story Design