ICC Region I Radio

Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background of Chief Reynolds07:55 Community Risk Reduction and Fire Prevention Initiatives14:49 Firefighter Safety and Health Programs23:06 Advocacy for Home Oxygen Safety26:56 Advocating for Thermal Fuses in Home Oxygen Therapy33:41 Integrating Safety Measures with Community Programs40:49 Historic Fire Prevention Strategies47:49 Engagement and Advocacy in Fire SafetySummaryIn this conversation, Chief...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Fire Safety and Emerging Topics 03:29 The Evolution of Fire Codes and Standards 06:12 Challenges with Lithium-Ion Batteries 09:10 Understanding Thermal Runaway in Batteries 11:58 Building Codes and Battery Safety 14:27 Preparing Firefighters for Lithium-Ion Battery Fires 27:18 Understanding Battery Hazards in Firefighting 29:27 Standard Actions for Electric Vehicle Incidents 32:32 Community Risk Red...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Fire Safety and Data Analytics 03:09 The Role of Data in Fire Administration 05:49 Community Risk Reduction and Data Utilization 09:07 Leveraging AI in Fire Data Analysis 12:06 Addressing Lithium-Ion Battery Risks 15:11 Wildfire Challenges and Technological Innovations 27:00 Future Directions and Collaborative Efforts Summary In this conversation, Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell discusses her extens...

Summary In this conversation, Tim Spears and Sean DeCrane discuss fire safety, emerging technologies, and the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. Sean shares his background in the fire service and how he got involved in the code development process. They also talk about the importance of partnerships and relationships in improving fire safety. They discuss the risks firefighters face when responding to fires involving li...

Summary In this conversation, Tim Spears interviews Stuart Tom, President of the Board of Directors for the International Code Council, about the evolving landscape of building and fire safety. They discuss Stuart's background in engineering and his roles as a chief building official and fire marshal. They also explore the integration of modern technologies into building codes, the importance of collaboration, and the challen...

Chief Coco discusses his background in the fire service and his journey to community risk reduction. He emphasizes the importance of evidence-based approaches and results-based accountability in delivering effective fire prevention services. He also highlights the significance of training and continuous improvement in the inspection and enforcement process. Chief Coco shares insights into the use of data and metrics to measure perf...

Join us on ICC Region 1 Radio as we sit down with FDNY Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh, diving deep into the critical issues surrounding fire safety, lithium-ion battery technology, and the rise of micromobility devices like e-bikes and e-scooters. In this discussion, Commissioner Kavanagh shares her journey from political campaigns to leading the nation's largest fire department, revealing a commitment to public service and s...

Summary Jennifer Hamilton from the California Hydrogen Business Council discusses the recent allocation of funding for hydrogen hubs and the opportunities it presents for the hydrogen fuel industry. She emphasizes the importance of hydrogen as a complementary technology to electric vehicles and its role in decarbonizing various sectors. Hamilton highlights the challenges of hydrogen infrastructure and the need for both battery an...

Introduction: In this episode of ICC Region 1 Radio episode, I hosted Chief Stephen Hrustich, Project Manager, Vision 20/20. We examined community risk reduction (CRR), emphasizing its expansive nature beyond just fire prevention. Chief Hrustich shared insights on the power of data in risk mitigation. We also highlighted Vision 2020, an initiative pushing for CRR integration in the U.S. Fire Service, and its key resources like the...

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Abi Aghayere from Drexel University, an esteemed professor with a rich background in civil engineering. From gaining his foundational knowledge at the University of Lagos and MIT to transitioning into academia and shaping the next generation of engineers at Drexel, Dr. Aghayere shares his passionate journey. Dive into the tangible impact of structural engineers as they shape the ve...

In this episode, Tim Spears and Ray O'Brocki delve into the critical topic of fire safety in construction. They discuss the challenges in fire safety education and enforcement, the importance of comprehensive fire safety plans, and the role of fire prevention program managers. The conversation also covers the perception of fire safety and the risk of complacency, the use of temporary alarm systems on construction sites, and the...

In today's episode, we have a special guest, Ibrahim Jilani, Global Director & Industry Leader at UL Solutions, joining us to shed light on important issues related to fire prevention and product safety. Ibrahim has extensive experience in the field, and we are thrilled to have him here with us today.

Ibrahim Jilani shares his background and UL's role in ensuring product safety. We discuss the importance of independent ...

In this episode of ICC Region I Radio, host Tim Spears sits down with Susan Dowty, Government Relations Manager with the International Code Council (ICC), to discuss the upcoming Building Safety Month and the resources offered by the ICC for local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).

Susan shares her background in the building codes industry, including her experience with the San Diego County Building Department and her involvem...

Are you interested in learning about energy sustainability and building code regulations? Then you won't want to miss this episode of ICC Region One Radio featuring Chris Olvera, the supervisor of the Outreach and Education Unit in the Building Standards Office of the California Energy Commission. Host Tim Spears delves into a range of topics with Chris, including his background, the educational opportunities and resources prov...

Welcome to our podcast episode featuring Chief Daniel Berlant, Acting State Fire Marshal and Deputy Director for Community Wildfire Preparedness and Mitigation with Cal Fire. Join us as we discuss his career, experiences, and insights on building resilience, promoting life safety, and disaster preparedness in California. Learn how he balances work and personal life, builds networks with stakeholders, and connects communities to pro...

In this episode I spoke with Judy Zakreski, Senior Vice President, Global Operations & Solutions. In this episode we discussed her role with the International Code Council, ICC’s global efforts and the implementation of the Family of Solutions, the many partnerships and development of a global network to promote building safety and many more topics.  Below are links to the items we discussed:  

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In this episode I spoke with Matt Wheeler, Executive Director with the California Building Officials (CALBO). In this episode we discussed his role as executive director, how he works sot engage code professionals and the private sector across California, resources CALBO provides code professionals, efforts to recruit new members into the profession, and many more topics. To find more information about CALBO, please visit their web...

In this episode I spoke with Mia Marvelli, Executive Director with the California Building Standards Commission. In this episode we discussed her background, the many functions of the Building Standards Commission, how response to the pandemic affected their work, resources they provide to professionals and several other topics.    Links to items discussed in this episode:  

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