While no structure can be 100-percent tornado-proof, it’s critical to ensure homes and businesses are as resilient as possible.
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Meet Building Inspector Lucas Pump
As we approach May — and Building Safety Month — we recognize professionals whose combined efforts contribute to the awareness of building safety.
FEMA releases safe room fact sheets
The Building Science Branch released a recently updated fact sheet, Residential Tornado Safe Room Doors, and a new fact sheet, Community Tornado Safe Room Doors: Installation and Maintenance.
ICC consensus procedures revised
The Code Council revised its consensus procedures pursuant to American National Standards Institute essential requirements.
Scientists fear tornadoes are getting worse
The severity of recent tornado outbreaks in the Southeastern U.S. confirms a worsening trend that scientists have been monitoring for years.
Register now for the U.S. DOE 2019 National Energy Codes Conference
Again this year, the International Code Council is excited to support the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2019 National Energy Codes Conference. We hope to see you there! About the 2019…
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