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Intl. Code Council releases Natural Disaster Preparedness Guide

BD+C

The International Code Council released a Natural Disaster Preparedness Guide to help communities plan ahead for hurricane season, which began on June 1.

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Building Safety Month: Strengthening Structures, Empowering Communities

Strong Tie

Simpson Strong-Tie’s mission statement is “We provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.” But safe structures require a team, from the building owner, building designer, builder, building regulator, building product manufacturer, and even the building occupants.

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Inside Out: Building Resilient Infrastructure to Safeguard Against Natural Disasters  

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Holly Schaubert As the world faces increasingly frequent and intense natural disasters, ensuring the nation’s infrastructure is built to last has never been more important. Natural disasters often occur concurrently or in rapid succession, making a multi-hazard approach essential. Approximately 1.5

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Do I Need to Cover All My Windows and Doors When Getting Hurricane Protection?

West Shore Construction

Hurricanes are powerful natural disasters that can cause significant damage to homes and properties, especially in coastal regions. This compromises the overall structural integrity of the building. Meeting Building Codes: Many coastal areas have building codes and regulations.

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New 2024 Hurricane Protection Florida Laws

West Shore Construction

Homeowners can work with their HOA boards to ensure that all protections are aligned with House Bill 293 and are compliant with Florida’s stringent building codes. Working with Your HOA Under House Bill 293, HOAs must adopt hurricane protection guidelines that are consistent with the Florida Building Code.

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Ensuring the Safety of Your Commercial Building: Physical Security Measures

CCR Magazine

Maintaining the safety and security of a commercial building is crucial for protecting your assets, employees, and visitors. Here’s a detailed guide on some physical ways to keep your commercial building safe. Access Control Systems Applying access control systems is a fundamental step in managing who enters and exits your building.

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To Retrofit or Not to Retrofit

Strong Tie

This meant that every time a plumber or electrician came to fix something, they would roll their eyes and explain how nothing was built to current code standards and would need to be upgraded. It did not surprise me that my house was structurally not up to code either.