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 involvement in code development, including being the structural secretariat for the first International Building Code (IBC).
The conversation also covers the important role of government relations managers in making connections within the industry and the diverse considerations involved in making building standards.
Tim and Susan discuss creative ideas for celebrating Building Safety Month, including the Lego contest for younger generations to engage in the importance of building safety.
Susan also discusses the ICC's family of solutions, including the digital codes platform, community development solutions, and accreditation and recognition programs.
Finally, they discuss how the government relations team adapted during the pandemic, utilizing virtual options for meetings and providing more opportunities to connect with industry professionals.
If you're interested in the building codes industry, the importance of Building Safety Month, and the resources offered by the ICC, then this episode is a must-watch.
Building Safety Month webpage: https://www.iccsafe.org/advocacy/building-safety-month/building-safety-month/
ICC Government Relations Team webpage: https://www.iccsafe.org/advocacy
U.S. Federal Grant Programs: https://www.iccsafe.org/advocacy/federalgrants/
Digital Codes: https://codes.iccsafe.org/
ICC Career Center: https://jobs.iccsafe.org/
ICC Mentor Program: https://www.iccsafe.org/professional-development/safety2/#mentor
Code and Standards page: https://www.iccsafe.org/products-and-services/codes-standards/
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