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This page is your information resource library. Below are links to informative sites that'll keep you up-to-date on the newest products and educate you in the areas you need the most. Check back often as we'll be updating it regularly.
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) • www.usdoj.gov
ADA design standards, information line, technical assistance program, code certification, and new or proposed regulations.
American National Standards Institute • www.ansi.org
Private, non-profit organization (501(c)3) that administers and coordinates the U.S. voluntary standardization and conformity assessment system.
Code Check • www.codecheck.com
Condensed guides to the most commonly cited code violations.
International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) • www.icbo.org
Access to the most up-to-date news on code adoption, seminars, certification, online training, upcoming events, product evaluation and membership, plus chat boards and email discussion groups.
National Conference of States on Building Codes and Standards (NCSBCS) • www.ncsbcs.org
Provides technical services, education and training to members to enhance the public's social and economic well-being through safe, durable, affordable, accessible and efficient buildings.
U.S. Department of Labor / Employment Standards Administration • www.dol.gov/esa
List of state labor offices, commissioners, directors, and secretaries according to state.
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Building & Home Improvement Net • www.build.com
The building and home improvement product directory. Looking for information on a product? You'll find it here.
Construction WebLinks • www.constructionweblinks.com
Comprehensive list of organizations, industry topics, and resources for the construction industry.
Design Basics Home Plans • www.designbasics.com
Provider of home plans for builders.
Lorman • www.lorman.com
Leading provider of continuing education seminars with the latest information to keep you in compliance with the laws and regulations that are critical to your organization's success.
Specs Online • www.4specs.com
Quickly access the construction specifications, CAD details, product information and CSI-formatted construction specs you need.
Sweets Catalog (Network for Products) • www.sweets.com
Comprehensive, easy-to-use online resource for building product information, CAD details, online continuing education and resources.
Thomas Registers Guide • www.thomasregister.com
Comprehensive resource for finding information on suppliers of industrial products and services in North America.
Richards Company Communications Training • www.rctm.com/communications
A collection of training programs, videos and games on all aspects of communication, including written, verbal, presentation skills, negotiations, and conflict resolution skills and techniques.
Richards Company Communications Training • www.rctm.com/constructionindustry
Construction industry educational resources specifically designed for employers and employees in the construction industry.
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Building Green • www.buildinggreen.com
Online resource for environmentally sensitive design and construction.
Green Building Basics • www.ciwmb.ca.gov/greenbuilding/Basics
Information on the basics of building green with access to additional sites and reference materials.
Green Building Fast Facts • www.greenbuilding.com/fastFacts
Everything you want to know and more about green building.
Global Green • www.globalgreen.org/gbrc
Covers topics pertaining to "Why Build Green?" and "What makes a product green?".
Energy Star • www.energystar.gov
A joint program of the US Environmental Protection Agency and the US Department of Energy helping us save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.
Environmental Building News • www.buildinggreen.com
Newsletter on environmentally responsible design and construction; information on energy efficient, resource efficient, and healthy building practices.
Habitat for Humanity • www.habitat.org
Brings families and communities in need together with volunteers and resources to build decent, affordable housing.
HomeAid • www.homeaid.org
The HomeAid mission is to build or renovate shelters for the temporarily homeless with a program of counseling and job training to achieve self-sufficiency.
Home Energy Magazine • www.homeenergy.org
Objective and practical information on residential energy efficiency, performance, comfort, and affordability.
US Department of Energy • www.eere.energy.gov
Information about energy efficiency and renewable energy.
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Associated Builders and Contractors • www.abc.org
Covers business development, government affairs, education, training, insurance, safety, and legal issues. Plus special sections on news, events, features, discounts and an online magazine.
International Builders Show • www.buildershow.com
Make plans now to attend or exhibit at the next International Builders’ Show®, and join over 1,600 leading suppliers representing 300 industry categories. Official site with quick links to registration, booth space information and hotel accommodations.
National Association of Home Builders • www.nahb.org
A site designed for those interested in home building and the industry. It contains vast resources for both members and consumers alike. Learn more about home building. Do a search, buy a publication, or simply browse the site.
National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) • www.nari.org
Brings together people who work in and with the remodeling industry, belonging and growing from one another. As professionals, we create an exceptional experience for the remodeling consumer.
National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) • www.nkba.com
A growing non-profit trade association that has led the kitchen and bath industry for over 40 years by providing resources for consumers and industry professionals. Also offers educational programs and enhances the success of its members by promoting professionalism and ethical business practices.
National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) • www.nwfa.org
The ultimate source of information for wood flooring professionals. Whether you're looking for information on technical resources, educational programs, or networking events, you'll find everything you need right here. Simply become a member, then click on the links of interest to you.
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American Hardwood Council • www.hardwoodcouncil.com
Whether you're looking for information to get started with your hardwood project or simply want to know the difference between "solid wood" and "all wood", this site has the answers. Details on American hardwood species, sustainable forestry, and even a glossary of hardwood terms will help you learn about your choices.
California Redwood Association • www.calredwood.org
Information on sources, grading, application and design. Free PDF files of literature such as Design Gallery, Deck Construction, and more.
Canadian Wood Council • www.cwc.ca
Maintains and expands markets for Canadian wood products by working with building codes and standards and be developing and communicating technical information to architects, engineers and builders.
Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau • www.cedarbureau.org
Technical support, literature, product specifications and more.
Composite Panel Association/Composite Wood Council • www.pbmdf.com
Representing the particleboard and medium density fiberboard (MDF) and other compatible products.
Engineered Wood Association • www.apawood.org
Links to products, application information, and other APA services.
Western Red Cedar Lumber Association • www.wrcla.org
Specs, installation and finishing instructions on cedar products.
Western Wood Products Association • www.wwpa.org
Information on softwood products, availability, and use. Publications, online mold section, and more. For users of softwood lumber products.
Window & Door Manufacturers Association • www.wdma.com
Provides manufacturers as well as style and performance levels. Browse by name or style and go directly to their websites. Also, a literature library and guidelines — information designed to help the consumer, builder, remodeler, owner, or architect in locating and selecting the correct quality window, skylight and door.
Wood Moulding and Millwork Producers Association • www.wmmpa.com
An international trade association for manufacturers of hardwood and softwood mouldings, interior and exterior door frames and jambs, plank paneling, Fingerjoint, MDF, and related millwork products.
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American Wood Preserving Institute • www.ccasafetyinfo.com
Information about the proper uses, handling and site precautions that should be followed when using and handling CCA, ACA and ACZA treated wood. Link to the EPA website.
Building Component Safety • www.sbcindustry.com
A 136-page booklet (available in PDF format), produced by the Truss Plate Institute (TPI) and the Wood Truss Council of America, is the truss industry's new and improved guide for jobsite safety and truss performance.
Dig Safe One-Call Directory • www.digsafe.com
Telephone numbers by state.
MSDS FAQ • www.ilpi.com
Frequently asked questions.
MSDS - Search National Repository • www.msdssearch.com
Material Safety Data Sheets for product manufacturers in a searchable database.
OSHA • www.osha.gov
Occupational Safety and Health Agency.
OSHA Compliance • www.osha.gov/doc/compliance
Links to standard and policies.
OSHA Publications • www.osha.gov/pls/publications
OSHA publications, posters, and online order forms.
Richards Company Safety Training • www.rctm.com
Online safety training offering thousands of quality employee and management training programs from a wide variety of training producers.
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