The International Code Council’s (ICC) Building Safety Month campaign enters its second week emphasizing the importance of promoting building safety locally.

These standards were developed by a joint effort of ARCSA International (formerly the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association) and ASPE.

The annual campaign encourages the public to learn about and get involved in building safety with this year’s theme of "Game On!"

Scald burns are 100% preventable — but only when hot water systems are properly maintained, monitored, and designed to code. This month, Ron George, CPD, explores how preventative maintenance and plumbing codes work hand-in-hand to keep building occupants safe.

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) has announced it has achieved the prestigious Audited Designator status as a standards developer at the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

The Water Quality Association (WQA) recognized 12 outstanding individuals with leadership awards during the 2025 WQA Convention & Exposition in Long Beach, California.

This agreement will foster collaboration to benefit the plumbing, mechanical and fuel gas industries.

This move brings the regional team to 16 experts, including three focused exclusively on electrical safety.

The publication is expected to be finalized and made publicly available by May 31, 2026.

These standards arm contractors with procedures they need to properly select HVACR equipment, driving professionalism and excellence throughout the industry.