ASSE professional qualification standard working group members will assist the Professional Qualifications Standards Committee (PQSC) with the continued development of these American National Standards.

This report provides a deeper understanding of how building safety professionals view their careers and the future of the industry.

Recent amendments to the Maryland State Fire Prevention Code have eliminated the requirement to retrofit existing high-rise residential buildings with automatic fire sprinkler systems, a deeply concerning reversal of nationally recognized life safety standards. 

The International Code Council (ICC) is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. 

Working group members will be assisting the Product Standards Committee (PSC) with the continued development of these existing and prospective American National Standards. 

The 30-day ANSI public review period will be from July 4, 2025, with a comment deadline of Aug. 3, 2025.

In collaboration with more than 30 committee and subcommittee members, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) has updated its C901 Standard for PE4710 high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pressure pipe for use in potable water, reclaimed water and wastewater service lines.  

The accreditation adds to SCB’s already comprehensive menu of certification services for organizations wishing to demonstrate their capabilities via systems certification.

This code approval change positively positions Ontario with a path to building product innovation via ICC-ES Evaluation Service Reports.

Phoenix has taken a significant step toward ensuring the safety, efficiency and resiliency of its community.