ICC Pulse: ICC Stands Ready to Help with Hurricane Irma

As Texas and Louisiana deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma is brewing in the Atlantic Ocean, threatening to cause major damage in Florida, Puerto Rico and other areas in its anticipated path. ICC is watching the news about the storm as it develops and keeping Florida and all those potentially impacted in our thoughts. Read more

ICC Stands Ready to Help with Hurricane Irma

ICC Stands Ready to Help with Hurricane Irma

Hurricane season is in full swing. As Texas and Louisiana deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, another storm is brewing in the Atlantic Ocean. Although the path of Hurricane Irma is still uncertain, the possibility it could cause major damage has prompted Florida, Puerto Rico and other areas in its potential path to begin preparations. Florida Governor Rick Scott declared a state of emergency as did Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rosselló.

At the International Code Council (ICC), we are watching the news about the storm as it develops and keeping Florida and all those potentially impacted in our thoughts. As a member of Floridians for Safe Communities, we have worked closely with local organizations, code officials, legislators and others across Florida to ensure that the building codes are strong, its residents are protected and its communities are resilient.

In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, we have kept in close touch with code officials in Texas and Louisiana offering what help we can as they start the rebuilding process, including:

ICC stands ready to help as Florida and Puerto Rico prepare for Hurricane Irma.

ICC 2017 Annual Conference cultivates education, networking, leadership

ICC will host its 2017 Annual Conference in Columbus, Ohio, from September 10-13, 2017. The Annual Conference offers expert insights on building safety, fire prevention and resilient construction through industry-leading educational sessions, special networking events, a range of compelling speakers, our Building Safety & Design Expo and more.

ASABE/ICC 802 Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler and Emitter Standard

Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler and Emitter Standard Initiative

The ASABE/ICC 802 Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler and Emitter Standard was approved by ANSI on August 5, 2014, and is available for purchase in the ICC Store.

Background and Scope

ICC, as an ANSI-accredited standards developer, provided notice of the intent to develop three ANSI consensus standards for landscape irrigation products (excluding agricultural irrigation) through the ANSI Project Initiation Notification Systems (PINS) in May, 2010. Notification of these PINS filings were published in the ANSI Standards Action of May 28, 2010. The scope of the first standard to undergo development, ICC-802, was described as follows in the filing:

BSR/ICC 802-201x, Standard for Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler and Emitter (new standard): Applies to sprinklers, bubblers, drip emitters, and other water emitters intended for use within turf and landscape irrigation systems.

Landscape Irrigation Emission Devices Standard Consensus Committee (IS-IEDC)

The Landscape Irrigation Emission Devices Standard Consensus Committee (IS-IEDC) was appointed in May 2011 and has primary responsibility for the development of the standard.  All standard development is subject to ICC's ANSI-approved standard development policy. Click here for all standards-related policies, which conform with the consensus requirements in the ANSI Essential Requirements. All meetings of the IS-IEDC are open to attendance and participation by the public.

  • Click here to view the current committee roster.

Task Groups

Three task groups were established to aid the consensus committee in drafting the standard. These groups conducted the detailed work of drafting the language of the standard, submitting it to consensus committee for review and approval. Task groups were open to participation by any interested party and met primarily via conference call/webinars.

  • Sprinkler Test Methods & Design (Michael Dukes, PhD., University of Florida, chair)
  • Microirrigation Test Methods & Design (Brent Mecham, Irrigation Association, chair)
  • Admin, Definitions, Packaging and Labeling (Travis Tsunemori, ASABE, chair)

ICC 2017 Annual Conference cultivates education, networking, leadership

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ICC News Release
For Immediate Release
Sept. 5, 2017
www.iccsafe.org
Contact: Whitney Doll
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wdoll@iccsafe.org

ICC 2017 Annual Conference cultivates
education, networking, leadership

Special events include expert-led training sessions, Global Connections Day and a chance to hear from Buckeye legend Archie Griffin

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council (ICC) will host its 2017 Annual Conference in Columbus, Ohio, from September 10-13, 2017. The Annual Conference offers members expert insights on building safety, fire prevention and resilient construction with unique educational sessions led by nationally-renown instructors.

This year’s theme of “Many Voices for One Purpose” highlights the Code Council’s many different members and stakeholders from across the spectrum working together to promote safe buildings and resilient communities. In addition to industry-leading educational sessions, the 2017 program includes special networking events, a range of compelling speakers, historic building tours and the Building Safety & Design Expo.

“Our annual conference provides our members and partners with the opportunity to learn from one other, take advantage of educational programs and expand their professional networks,” said ICC’s Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO. “We’re grateful to our generous sponsors for helping to make this year’s conference one of the best yet.”

Archie Griffin, senior advisor for advancement at Ohio State University, will serve as the keynote speaker for the Members’ Luncheon on Sept. 12. Griffin is a two-time winner of the prestigious Heisman Trophy and was named one of the NCAA’s Most Influential Student-Athletes. The All-Century player will talk about the qualities of leadership. After the luncheon, ICC will host a meet and greet with Griffin.

At Global Connections Day on Sept. 13, Paul Rivers, a senior fire protection specialist with more than 40 years of experience in the fire protection industry, will discuss “Building and Fire Codes, Fire Protection and Safety around the World: Fire Regulation Solutions for Developing Countries.” Additional speakers include Jaime Moncada, an experienced fire protection engineer with experience in projects throughout Latin-America; Dante Amarto, strategic account manager at Metrostudy; and Lori Parris, deputy director of the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.

Other special events at the conference include the Bob Fowler Motorcycle Ride and the Third Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing, which raises funds to support “Journey to Leadership,” an initiative that aims to inspire code officials to reach new levels in their career development.

For more information about ICC’s 2017 Annual Conference, including registration, schedules, transportation and lodging, visit www.iccsafe.org/conference.

 

About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is a member-focused association. It is dedicated to developing model codes and standards used in the design, build and compliance process to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. Most U.S. communities and many global markets choose the International Codes.

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