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

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. 

Building safety includes a wide range of best practices, including implementing fire suppression systems, conducting regular inspections on existing buildings, providing clear access to emergency exits, employing sustainable water and energy usage and more. 

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.

The month-long educational campaign, which raises awareness about the importance of building codes in establishing and ensuring the safety of the built environment, kicks off on May 1, 2024.

Building Enclosure was recently joined by Angie Ogino, Senior Technical Services Leader at Owens Corning. Angie is also responsible for all Owens Corning 3rd party fire containment testing and provides engineering evaluations and technical support on firestopping for the design community. 

Critical facilities, as defined by the government/FEMA, can include: fire stations, police stations, hospitals, emergency operation centers…and more. Are these critical facilities in your community protected from a lightning strike?

FGIA Summer Conference participants received safety tips during a presentation entitled “Engage Your Team to Create a Culture of Safety” during the event in Vancouver, BC.

Enjoy some top tips on how to best collaborate with your local building department to make sure properties where we live, work, play and learn comply with all local building safety and zoning regulations.

The International Code Council kicks off the 43rd annual Building Safety Month. The campaign raises awareness about the importance of building codes and the role that building safety professionals play in keeping our communities safe.