by Shane Henson — September 2, 2013—The International Code Council (ICC) and McGraw-Hill Professional have made it easier for building and facilities professionals to understand code application and compliance with a new publication that combines detailed discussion with more than 600 color illustrations to support the application of international building code provisions.
Previously published in two volumes, the 2012 International Building Code (IBC) Handbook covers both structural and fire and life-safety provisions in a single reference to ease understanding and proper application of code requirements and achieve compliance, says ICC.
“This new edition of the handbook is a key resource for veteran professionals as well as novices who want to enhance their knowledge of the background and intent of the 2012 IBC,” said Mark Johnson, ICC executive vice president and director of business development.
The handbook’s expert authors are two of the most highly regarded members of ICC’s technical staff as well as popular seminar instructors. With 32 years in the industry, Douglas W. Thornburg is a certified building official and registered architect. John R. Henry, a registered civil engineer and certified plans examiner, has 25 years of experience in structural-related aspects of building code safety. The duo coauthored three editions of the Significant Changes to the International Building Code, and each has held positions in jurisdictions, private practice and code consulting, says ICC.
