Codes and Standards
Codes and Standards
National, state and local standards and code compliance is a vital area of focus for educational facilities professionals. Standards and codes that impact the learning environment include life safety and security, construction, electrical systems, heating, venting and air conditioning systems, among others.
Through its engagement in standards activities, APPA plays an important role in representing the interests of colleges and universities, K-12 school systems and other learning institutions in the standards-setting process. Most standards development activities are “consensus based,” which means that interested stakeholders need to have a seat at the table when standards are created or modified, to ensure that stakeholders’ interests are met. Failure to be active in the process can result in standards that are ineffective, costly to implement, and that may not adequately support the education mission. In the current economic environment, where many educational institutions are facing scarce resources, it is perhaps more important than ever for institutions of learning to effectively monitor and influence standards activities.
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Benchmarking & Organizational Change
Public Policy Strategy Agenda for 2012-13
Standards and Code Issue
Priorities of the APPA Code Advocacy Task Force
provides APPA members with a structured overview of the work and accomplishments the APPA (CATF) has made within the past twelve months.
APPA Community College Champions
Contact APPA’s Community College Champions to learn more about the value of APPA International, its regions, and chapters. APPA’s Champions will assist you in learning more about the APPA organization and its many networking opportunities. Reach out to a Champion near you!
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2012 Thought Leaders Report
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Strategic Capital Development
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APPA Web Standards Portal
Powered by ANSI!Every facilities department needs to ensure their institutions are in compliance with the most current codes and standards impacting construction, fire safety, lighting, the environment, ADA, and HVAC, among other areas. Click here to access the APPA Web Standards Portal!
