Codes & Standards

Virtual Building Safety Month Continues

May 10, 2021

The International Code Council and its partners underscore the value of a well-trained workforce for maintaining safe buildings and communities.

Registration Open for USGBC Live, New Event Experience for the Green Building Industry

May 7, 2021

The virtual event, to be held June 8-10, will feature USGBC President and CEO Mahesh Ramanujam, and other inspirational speakers.

FPE Corner

Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Sprinkler Systems

A comprehensive ITM program will provide for life safety and property protection and meet the requirements of the local codes.

May 7, 2021

For more than 100 years, automatic sprinkler systems were recognized as the most effective means of providing life safety and property protection for fire risks within buildings.

Code Corrections

2018 to 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code Changes, Part 4

A continued summary of significant revisions of the Uniform Plumbing Code to be published in the 2021 edition.

May 7, 2021

Ron George

This is a continuation of a summary of the significant code changes to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) which is developed and promoted by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.

NFPA Standards Council Approves Development of NFPA 420

May 6, 2021

The new standard will provide clear guidance on fire protection standards for facilities that produce, process and extract cannabis.

IAPMO Commends Washington State Legislature's Passage of Bill Requiring Testing Water for Lead in Schools and Day-Care Facilities

IAPMO Commends Passage of Bill Requiring Testing Water for Lead in Schools and Day-Care Facilities

May 4, 2021

The bill requires the Washington Department of Health to test drinking water outlets for lead contamination in public elementary and secondary schools.