The Organization

On line membership renewal

General Information

Useful Guides

Reports

Yearbooks
2012 Yearbook
2011 yearbook
2010 yearbook
2009 yearbook

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A Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled for June 1st, 2012 at The Louisa County Administration building located at 1 Woolfolk Ave, Louisa, VA from 10:00-2:00 in meeting room #1 located on the top floor.

Agenda
Minutes for approval   Submitted Reports

FINAL VPMIA/VBCOA position statement for the 2012/2013 code development cycle, Group A, PMG and a few miscellaneous
IPC   IMC   IFGC   Misc

Proposed changes to the 2012 codes
IPC   IMC   IFGC

Resolution in Support for Building Safety Month

Proposed by laws change

ARTICLE I — The Name, Seal, and Address of this Association

Section 1. The name shall be the Virginia Plumbing and Mechanical Inspectors’ Association; herein and hereafter referred to as the Association.

Section 2. The seal shall be as indicated below approved by the Board of Directors.

Section 3. The address shall be that of the Executive Secretary or as otherwise designated by the Board of Directors.

Are you looking for DPOR continuing education training for Plumbing, HVAC, or Fuel Gas? Refresher courses in these trades?  We will do group training at your location (minimum of 20 students) Contact skipharper@vpmia.org for more information.

VPMIA Named Chapter of the Year

The Virginia Plumbing and Mechanical Inspectors Association (VPMIA) was the recipient of the 2011 Chapter of the Year Award during Wednesday’s Awards Luncheon at the 2011 ICC Annual Conference in Phoenix. Chapter Merit Awards were presented to the Code Administrators Association of Kentucky (CAAK) and the Northwest Building Officials and Code Administrators (NBOCA) in Illinois.

To earn the Chapter of the Year honor, a Chapter must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism in promoting the vision, mission and goals of the Code Council. The Chapter distinguishes itself through the development and implementation of programs designed to increase the professionalism of its members and code officials everywhere, and participate in local, state, regional or national activities to increase the public awareness of safety in the built environment.

“Since its inception in 1962, VPMIA has been very active in code development and other professional activities,” Awards Committee Chairman Gregori Anderson said. “The Chapter holds instructional meetings where attendees can earn CEUs, and participates in Virginia’s state code academy, providing instructors and curriculum development, and teaching more than 30 classes.”

“The Chapter of the Year Award is only accomplished through the hard work of your members,” said VPMIA President Bane Compton. “I hope by winning this award it will inspire the future member of our organization to make the same accomplishment.”

Photo of Bane during his speech
Bane and Ron receiving award
Bane and Ron
Congratulations Letter From ICC

An Introduction to Energy, Energy Conservation, and Energy Codes

This free one-day program intended for design professionals, builders, building owners, and code enforcement personnel, will offer participants an introductory knowledge of energy concepts, energy conservation, and the 2009 Virginia Energy Conservation Code and the residential and commercial building codes as well as provide an understanding of Virginia’s role in energy code enforcement. In addition, the Virginia Weatherization Training Center will provide demonstrations and answer questions regarding energy concepts and conservation. Participants will receive a number of reference materials useful in understanding and applying the energy codes in the design and building process.

Please consider making it available at customer service counters, or passing the flyer to local organizations who might find this of interest. The flyer provides event details, dates, contact information, and a link for registration. If you have any questions regarding the posting or sharing of this training announcement please contact me directly:

Sandi Morris, Manager
Training and Certification Office
Department of Housing and Community Development
Main Street Centre
600 East Main Street, Suite 300
Richmond, VA 23219
ph: 804/371.7181 fax: 804/371.7092
sandi.morris@dhcd.virginia.gov
 www.dhcd.state.va.us

Participant questions should be directed to Irene Brown 804.371.7180 and registration through this link starting October 17th https://dmz1.dhcd.virginia.gov/dhcdevents/default.aspx

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2012-2013 Code Development Cycle

2012/2013 Code Development Cycle will result in the 2015 I-Codes. This is the first full cycle where the codes will be split into two groups with a Code Development Hearing and Final Action Hearing in 2012 and 2013.

Code Development Schedule

DHCD Virginia Building Code Academy Knowledge Center

 VPMIA has instituted a mentoring program for those of you who want to get involved but are hesitant because you're not quite sure what is expected of you or you may just be a little unsure of yourself. Well folks here is the perfect fix for you; anyone interested in working on any of our committees is encouraged to take full advantage of this most helpful program. The Chairman of the would be committee will mentor you throughout the year to get you prepared to take over the reigns the following year. This is an opportunity you don't want to miss, what better way to learn and understand a certain position then getting it first hand from the person who holds that position currently. On the job training (OJT) at no cost to you other than some of your time and for what you will receive in return is endless. Please submit inquiries to:

Wayne Kushner
Master Combination Inspector
Land Development Services
Commercial Inspections Division
12055 Government Center PKWY
Fairfax, VA 22035
Wayne.Kushner@fairfaxcounty.gov

DHCD Jack A. Proctor Virginia Building Code Academy
2012 Academy Schedule

DHCD Matrix

        https://dmz1.dhcd.virginia.gov/TASO/TASOTCO/Default.aspx

DHCD Continuing Education Policy
Effective May 1, 2008, the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) requires continuing education as a component of maintaining compliance with the state regulations relative to certain certifications granted by the Board of Housing and Community Development. All building officials, property maintenance officials, and technical assistants employed by a jurisdiction to enforce the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) as well as local building department personnel certified to enforce the Virginia Amusement Device Regulations shall obtain 16 hours of continuing education every two years. This is in addition to the mandatory and/or periodic training required for certificate issuance and maintenance.  For more information, contact the Training and Certification Office at tco@dchd.virginia.gov or 804-371-7180.
Continuing Education Application
Continuing Education Policy

Jack Proctor
January 10th, 1933--March 10th, 2011