Editor’s Note: This article was previously published in Plumbing & Mechanical. August 16th marks National Backflow Prevention Day, celebrating the technologies and professionals that protect the safety and quality of…
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Understanding Backflow: Risks, Regulations and Prevention Measures in the 2024 IPC
National Backflow Prevention Day is observed annually on Aug. 16.
Building Trust in D.C.’s Third-Party Oversight: A Management Priority for AHJs
One of the most important parts of managing a third-party program is building trust. For the District of Columbia, trust is tested from multiple directions at once. Third-party inspection agencies want…
Code Corner: 2024 IFGC Chapter 3: General Regulations
The Code Corner explores sections of the International Codes® each month, focusing on key elements of these essential codes. This month, we’re spotlighting the scope of Chapter 3 of the 2024 International Fuel Gas Code®.
The International Codes® (I-Codes®), developed by the International Code Council (ICC), are a family of fifteen coordinated, modern building safety codes that help ensure the design and construction of safe, sustainable and affordable structures. The I-Codes…