Recognizing how modern building codes save lives and protect property from fire, earlier this year UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) released a report recommending the adoption of the International…
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UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute Recommends IWUIC Adoption Following Lahaina Fire
Following the Lahaina Fire in Maui, UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute recommends adoption of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
Code Corner: 2024 International Plumbing Code Chapter 9: Vents
The Code Corner, explores sections of the I-Codes each month, focusing on key elements of these essential codes. This month, we’re spotlighting the scope of Chapter 9 of the 2024 International Plumbing Code® (IPC): Vents.
The International Codes® (I-Codes), developed by the International Code Council, are a family of fifteen coordinated, modern building safety codes that help ensure the design and construction of safe, sustainable and affordable…
The Vital Role Code Enforcement Plays in Stopping Illegal Narcotics Facilities
Code enforcement plays a critical role in addressing the proliferation of illegal narcotics, protecting the community from these and other criminal activities.
This article is Part 2 of a three-part series exploring the roles of code enforcement officers. Stay tuned for Part 3 which will be published in the coming months. To…
