To resolve potential confusion with the Water Efficiency Rating System, RESNET has rebranded its water rating program. The new name will be HERSH2O. Read more
Month: December 2017
Vaughn Wicker retires after 23 years of service to the code industry
Vaughn Wicker retires after 23 years of service to the code industry
Longtime ICC staff member Vaughn Wicker, an integral member of the ICC government relations team since 2003, will retire at the end of this month. Known for his quick wit, easygoing manner and Carolina drawl, Wicker has spent 23 years doing what he enjoys best — working with people from diverse backgrounds. Read more.
U.S. Department of Defense recognizes IAS personnel certification body accreditation
The U.S. Department of Defense now recognizes the International Accreditation Service’s Personnel Certification Bodies Accreditation Program under its Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL) program, a joint initiative of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Navy. Read more
U.S. Department of Defense recognizes IAS personnel certification body accreditation
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U.S. Department of Defense recognizes IAS personnel certification body accreditationThis accreditation provides a global benchmark for personnel certification organizations that work with DOD Brea, Calif. – The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) now recognizes the International Accreditation Service’s (IAS’s) Personnel Certification Bodies Accreditation Program under its Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL) program, a joint initiative of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Navy. IAS accreditation provides a global benchmark for personnel certification organizations to operate in a consistent, comparable and reliable manner worldwide by ensuring that they meet the requirements in ISO/IEC Standard 17024, Conformity Assessment—General Requirements for Bodies Operating Certifications for Persons. COOL began as part of a joint-service initiative to promote civilian credentialing opportunities for military service members and later expanded to include civilian personnel. This program helps service members find information on certifications and licenses related to their jobs. Occupational credentials play an important role in professionalizing the force and in enhancing service members’ ability to transition to the civilian workforce upon completion of military service. The four services share data, research, analysis and best practices so that all service members can benefit from credentialing opportunities. IAS-accredited personnel certification bodies benefit from the organization’s recognition as a Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) signatory with the Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (PAC). The IAS signatory status means accredited personnel certification bodies are also recognized worldwide by countries that are members of PAC. “As an internationally-recognized provider of accreditation services to personnel certification bodies, we are proud of this DOD recognition, which will help us better serve those who have honored us through their service in the U.S. Armed Forces, and to encourage excellence in the next generation of the U.S. workforce,” said IAS President Chuck Ramani. In addition to the IAS accreditation program, the International Code Council and its subsidiaries actively support DOD, U.S. servicemembers and veterans through certification opportunities and a partnership with the Society of American Military Engineers. The Code Council is also leading a new initiative, the ICC Military Families Building Career Path Program, to help veterans who are transitioning to civilian life and their family members learn more about building safety career options.
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Helping to build the future: ISO invests in ICC training program
Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO), a Verisk Analytics business, recently invested $3,500 in the ICC High School Technical Training Program (HSTTP) after hearing Program Liaison Jim Elwood present on the program during this year’s ICC Annual Conference in Columbus, Ohio. Read more.
The right way to evaluate building products
Code Watcher, an online and print publication about codes, published an article written by ICC-ES President Shahin Moinian about the unique value of ICC-ES and how building code officials need more transparency in the building product evaluation arena to ensure specified products comply with codes and standards. Read more.
ICC engages veterans in the mission of building safety
The International Code Council is leading a new initiative, the ICC Military Families Building Career Path Program, to help veterans who are transitioning to civilian life and their family members learn more about building safety career options. Read more
ICC 2018 Committee Action Hearings Group A Codes Registration is Open
This year’s Committee Action Hearings offer code and fire officials, architects, builders, engineers, designers and others an opportunity to provide input on proposed code changes to the Group A International Codes. The hearings will take place April 15–25 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Your expertise is needed! Read more
Call for input on ICC standards extended to December 11
The ICC Consensus Committees on Landscape Irrigation Emission Devices (IS-IEDC), Storm Shelters (IS-STM) and Residential High-Wind Construction (IS-RHW) will be developing the next edition of their respective standards, ICC 802-2014, ICC 500-2014 and ICC 600-2014. The deadline for suggested revisions or additions to the standards has been extended to Dec. 11. If you have suggested revisions or additions, please complete and submit the public proposal form to the ICC.
The ICC Eastern Regional Office is closed Friday, December 8 due to inclement weather.
The ICC Eastern Regional Office is closed Friday, December 8 due to inclement weather.
The office will reopen on Monday.