GA Revises Code Referenced Fire and Sound Manual, Application and Finishing Guidance Document
Every three years, in alignment with the building code cycle, the Association issues new editions of its code referenced publications. Learn more
Ignition-Resistant vs. Fire-Resistant
Over the last ten years, wildfires have occurred in nearly all 50 states. While the media focus tends to be on the western United States, the data shows wildfires happen wherever human settlement touches undeveloped wildland or vegetative fuels. Read More
GA-216 Explained In Spanish: Gaps and Bottom Edge Spacing
This Spanish language companion to the video GA-216 Explained: Gypsum Panels in Wet Areas highlights section 14 in GA-216-2021 Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products. Numerous questions about the use of tile in wet areas are addressed by GA staffer Vianney Herrera. Watch
Code Development Process is Changing
The International Code Council administers the International Codes (I-Codes) development process per Council Policy 28, which governs the code development process. A variety of changes are informing the current 2024-2026 cycle. Here we focus on changes to the Committee Action Hearing (CAH) schedule. For the first time, a second round of hearings will be included in the process. Learn More.
Staff Recertifies in CPR/AED, First Aid, Bleed Control
On July 16, 2024, Gypsum Association staff received training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and advanced bleeding control. Staff have trained every two years since 2016, maintaining certification in these important and potentially lifesaving techniques. Learn More.
Out & About with the GA
May and June of this year were busy travel months. Staff attended meetings and conferences across the US and Canada. Find out what we’ve been up to.