Steve Swarthout, chair of the ICC Fire Services Exam Development Committee, discusses his career and experiences in fire safety.
Personal Perspectives
Stories of professionals at work, which include interviews, essays, first-hand accounts and reported profiles.
The Permit Technician Certification exam: Coming of age
This year, the Code Council’s Permit Technician Certification exam turns 21. Steve Burger, CBO, explains how the permit technician position is no longer just a job; it’s a career that can be used to become a building inspector, plans examiner or even a building official.
Building Safety Month goes to the dogs
The canine connection between code professionals, their furry friends and building safety figured prominently during this year’s Building Safety Month in two Western state communities.
