The Beaumont, Texas, city council has rejected the International Plumbing Code after decades of use and instead voted in favor of adopting the 2021 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code.

The International Code Council's 2023 campaign focuses on how building safety is personal, local, and global.

SFPE announces its sponsorship of Building Safety Month.

The White House proclaims May 2023 as National Building Safety Month to increase awareness about the importance of building codes and standards.

In Part 2 of a three-part series, learn how the Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code provides standards for radiant heating and cooling, including snow- and ice-melting systems.

More than two decades ago, NFPA 13 required alpha-numeric markings on all fire sprinklers. Read on to learn the history of these markings, called sprinkler identification numbers, and how they are used today.  

The International Plumbing Code and the Uniform Plumbing Code contain sections addressing flushing and chlorine disinfection of potable water distribution systems. However, no industry standards tell plumbing professionals how to do it.

ASHRAE has released a new standard to measure zero net carbon and energy goals in buildings.

The International Code Council has announced the establishment of its Oceania regional office in Canberra, Australia, led by Neil Savery, managing director of ICC Oceania.

The new standard will focus on guidelines to keep public aquatic venues safe and healthy for all communities.