In the ever-evolving world of building systems, the importance of a well-trained, adaptable workforce cannot be overstated. As a plumbing apprenticeship instructor for the past five years, I’ve had the…
Personal Perspectives
Stories of professionals at work, which include interviews, essays, first-hand accounts and reported profiles.
Passing the Torch: Why Apprenticeship Programs Are Critical to the Future of Plumbing and HVAC
The International Code Council's Mark Fasel shares a first-hand experience on the importance of apprenticeship programs.
Maryia Lackansingh Awarded with 2024 Emory R. Rodgers Leadership in Building Safety Fellowship
Maryia Lackansingh hopes the Women’s Leadership Program she will attend thanks to the fellowship will help her prepare for her first managerial role.
Maryia Lackansingh, Code Specialist III in the Commercial Building Division of Land Development Service for Fairfax County, Virginia, has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, including Fairfax County’s…
A Day in the Life of a County Building Official: Miami-Dade County
City building officials frequently have jurisdiction over residential and commercial properties, but a county building official’s extensive work may include airports, seaports and more.
Most city building officials oversee the permit and inspection process of commercial and residential properties, but the job of a county building official can be a bit more extensive. In…
