We have finally moved on from the hellscape that was the year 2020. However, there will be lingering effects. COVID-19 will not be forgotten soon thanks to the countless back-to-work protocols and solutions that have been implemented. Another hot topic that has carried over from 2020 is Allied Universal’s deal to acquire G4S Plc for $5.1 billion. Allied had actually attempted to acquire the guarding company in November, but was rebuffed until it eventually sealed the deal in December. The latest development in the deal involves state officials from Oregon and Illinois calling for increased scrutiny of the potential takeover. The deal also raised concerns among unions that a takeover could harm working conditions for hundreds of thousands of low-wage security guards worldwide. Considering the amount of security guards this deal could impact, it’s no surprise that was by far the most popular story on SSI in January. Another topical article that was popular was how facial recognition and video surveillance can potentially identify suspects involved with the attack on the U.S. Capitol. That attack saw thousands of insurrectionist storm the government building and surrounding area, with many of the suspects causing damage or stealing government property. Additional popular stories in January include yet another lawsuit against Vivint, the acquisition of FLIR Systems and more. You can view all these stories in the slideshow. The post Top 10 Security Stories From January 2021: Allied Makes Waves, IDing Domestic Terrorists appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/news/top-security-stories-january-2021/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/top-10-security-stories-from-january.html
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Once a busy manufacturing and shipping hub, steeped in industrial tradition, Seaport is now one of Boston’s hottest up-and-coming neighborhoods. At the gateway of this revitalized waterfront area is the Two Drydock development, a new 13-story, nearly 300,000-square-foot multiuse building that exudes an authentic industrial look while also featuring boutique retail, a swanky rooftop terrace and a fitness center. The structure stands as a beacon in the city’s Innovation District and is setting a standard for what’s to come next in Boston. To attract high-end tenants to this multitenant building, the owners and developers of Two Drydock sought to offer the best in technology and security. The project was designed and planned out by the architectural firm of SGA together with consulting firm WSP and implemented by SIGNET Electronic Systems. Automatic Systems optical turnstiles proved to be an optimal solution for delivering an aesthetically pleasing environment coupled with best-in-class security. Contactless Access ControlBecause Two Drydock was envisioned as an intelligent facility with seamless integration between a variety of systems, Skanska, the developer, required that WSP and SIGNET provide a solution that enabled tenants and visitors to move about it with ease and a high level of security. Skanska had just completed a new building in the Seaport and was searching for a way to reduce the front security desk program from the lobby and the cost of the front desk staff, so Two Drydock was planned to be an unmanned building. Although this project was designed and planned before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Skanska wanted a solution that provided contactless access control for both tenants and guests from the parking garage using license plate recognition (LPR) camera technology, as well as from the front entrance with contactless turnstiles using either BLE technology or QR code for guests. The turnstiles also needed to be integrated with the elevator destination dispatch system. And, because neither Bluetooth nor QR scanners could be mounted into the destination dispatch devices, the design team needed to integrate separate readers adjacent to the elevator call buttons and similarly at the garage access control points. The unmanned building, in terms of security staff, needed to operate with a trusted, fully functional security solution that would also allow for a free flow of people. As a smart building, users’ mobile app credentials would have to be tied into the overall visitor management system in one application. “SIGNET was tasked with taking Skanska’s vision and WSP’s design of a smart integrated building and turning it into a reality,” explains Jason Bianco, who served as the SIGNET integrator on the project. “To this end, the appropriate technology and software that supports custom integrations through a simple and reliable interface was selected.” Optical Turnstile Integration“SIGNET chose the Automatic Systems SlimLane EPR (Extended Post Rounded) swing door barrier optical turnstile due to both its incredible aesthetic appeal and the degree of responsiveness and customization it offered. This, combined with the UL-Listings and Warranty, made it the obvious choice,” Bianco says. “It was very important that the turnstiles remain slim while also providing IP capability and accommodating different card readers in addition to the information that was being provided through the Schindler Elevator Destination Dispatch (EDD) System,” he continues. “This led to the EDD displays being integrated directly into the turnstile tops with the help of some additional customization work performed by Automatic Systems. The elevator ports in the lobbies also have contactless capabilities for floor selection which has proven to be a pandemic countering solution.” Two Drydock is entirely cardless facility. When tenants present their credential, the dispatch automatically directs them to the floor they need to go to. They are able to utilize either a smartphone with a Bluetooth credential, a QR code printed out at the security desk, or a QR code sent through a Cloud-hosted visitor management system. Visitors also enjoy a high level of convenient, yet secure access. Tenants can self-enroll their approved visitors who then receive a detailed instruction set, as well as a unique QR code sent to their smartphone. The Automatic Systems solution enabled the opportunity for a tenant to have their own concierge without the need for security guards or robots. Tenants and users alike can rely on their single custom mobile app to interface with the building. In addition, the mobile app also delivers them the convenience of smart parking technology. A Cloud-based visitor management system enables easy management of guest access and assigned smart parking. Additionally, the IT system is built on a converged network for future smart building integrations and is certified WiredScore Gold, which ensures that a building has the connectivity capacity for virtually any tenant. “This custom app/EDD/barcode reader Cloud-based visitor management is providing the security and convenience that Two Drydock was seeking,” Bianco comments. The post Ultramodern Two Drydock Outfitted With Cloud-Based Visitor Management appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/access/two-drydock-visitor-management/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/ultramodern-two-drydock-outfitted-with.html In this week’s Top Surveillance Videos… It has become apparent over the years that some people don’t understand how gasoline and fire work. How else can you explain all the videos of arsonists accidentally setting themselves on fire? There’s the guy that tried to set a fleet of luxury cars on fire, only to torch himself. Then there’s the guy that set his whole leg on fire attempting to burn down a local business. This week we find an arson suspect attempting to burn down the office of a North Carolina RV park. Surveillance video shows the suspect pouring gasoline all over the place. He then lights a flame and suddenly the video turns white for a few seconds. When the image comes back, the office is on fire and the suspect is nowhere to be found. Footage from a second camera shows the suspect immediately fleeing the scene with his feet and legs on fire. He even tries to pick up a backpack or some item that is on fire, but it disintegrates as he grabs it. Also this week… Surveillance video from Florida shows the moment a shootout occurs involving a rapper named … Pooh Shiesty. Three luxury cars roll into a condo parking lot. A bunch of men get out of the car in what was said to be a deal for high-end sneakers and marijuana. Suddenly, several men pull out guns and fire at the men that were making the sale. Make sure to check out the rest of this week’s top surveillance videos, which include a creative UPS worker, a destructive ATM theft and more. Watch the Top Surveillance Videos of the WeekThe post Top 9 Surveillance Videos of the Week: Clumsy Arsonist Sets Self on Fire appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/surveillance/videos-clumsy-arsonist/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/top-9-surveillance-videos-of-week.html SECURE Perspectives is a monthly column by the Security Industry Association (SIA) profiling women in the security industry. This column is part of SIA’s Women in Security Forum, an initiative to support the participation of women in the security field through programs, professional development and networking events. For this edition of SECURE Perspectives, SIA spoke with Erica McBride-Rapp, logistics manager at Allegion. SIA: How did you get into the security industry?Erica McBride-Rapp: In my first job after my bachelor’s degree, I was introduced to the security industry. I majored in supply chain management and started as a sourcing specialist in a new dedicated group for Allegion’s sourced products business. I was later promoted to associate commodity manager, taking on the responsibility of managing our global accessories business. Shortly after this time, two of my colleagues introduced me to SIA and the SIA RISE committee. How does your organization serve the industry?Allegion is known for its innovative security products and solutions, with brands that have established leadership positions in their markets and strong reputations for quality. Those brands have roots in businesses from as early as 1750, and many have since created their respective product categories, adding to the breadth of the company global heritage and pioneering spirit. We serve the industry, in addition, by living our values – like “serve others, not yourself” and “do the right thing” – and by remaining true to our vision for seamless access and a safer world. What is your current role?I’ve been with Allegion for over six years and am currently a logistics manager. This role entails responsibilities for Allegion’s distribution and logistics operations in the Americas region. Prior to my current role, I was selected for Allegion’s two-year Supply Chain Leadership Rotational Program, which gave me the opportunity to have a variety of supply chain rotations across the country, holding roles in Indiana, Ohio, Colorado and Kansas. What types of job functions do women fill in your company? Is there diversity of roles in your company, or do women gravitate toward certain job functions?Historically, in our industry, women were in the minority and, as with many other industries, gravitated toward job functions like human resources and marketing. Since starting with Allegion, I have seen our commitment to promote and encourage diversity. In addition, skill requirements are continuously evolving; for supply chain management, the top six skills in the field are analytical, operational, people development, problem solving, strategic/critical thinking and leadership/strategic project management. This evolution also opens the area of opportunities that were not previously available. There are many advancement opportunities within Allegion for women; you will see this in all teams inclusive of supply chain and up to our executive leadership team. With more and more data that shows diversity makes a better workforce, what opportunities do you see for women in the security industry? What impediments do you see for achieving this, and what could remedy some of these impediments?Diversity in the workplace has been proven to drive higher engagement and productivity. With the increase of complexity in our industry, we can’t afford exclusion. For a workplace to really leverage the benefit of diversity, it has to have an inclusive culture where diverse talent can thrive. In our industry, women have been able to contribute at every level, which makes the security industry appealing for those seeking fulfilling careers. Our industry impediments are like those in most manufacturing and technology fields. We are working together to overcome historical low percentages of women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) educational fields. There has been a substantial increase in women participating in STEM fields, but it is exponentially important to drive awareness among youth of these fields and our industry. Lastly, like with all initiatives, it is important for leadership and culture to empower diversity and women in the workforce. What do you see as important trends in the industry?There are a wide variety of important trends breaking through in our industry. Two main ones come to mind for me. First, is the idea of “seamless access,” which is actually core to Allegion, as our vision is “seamless access and a safer world.” Second, is having an operational model that is customer-centric. Seamless access encompasses the idea that door hardware and solutions are not just about security anymore – they are also about convenience. That’s a tough balance, but when done well, you create a frictionless experience for users. Another important trend that could not be more important in today’s world is simply being customer focused. Driving focus from a customer’s purchasing to install to using experiences – for both commercial and residential applications – is something we all must aspire to accomplish. More specifically, what trends are you seeing in your company’s space of seamless access and security around the door and adjacent areas?With COVID-19, seamless access and a “hands-free” experience are more important than ever. Touchless experiences make seamless access more effortless to our users in any scenario, whether there is a pandemic, a person with a disability or the even the aspect of ease to enter a building when your hands are full. Moving through a secure door should be effortless for everyone who is intended to have access. What are the top challenges your company has faced in the last year?Allegion is not alone in that the COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges to all companies alike. Helping ensure our employees and customers are safe is our top priority. In addition, all companies have also been impacted by the logistical implications of 2020. At Allegion, we are proud of our supply chain strength and how it helped us both manage and mitigate impacts of the pandemic. What are the biggest opportunities your company – and the industry – are seeing?In the residential space, there is a developing importance being put on home security that is not the same as the past. People still want secure homes, but now they also want the ability to control and monitor from anywhere. Security is becoming more DIY, and that is possible with products like Ring and the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt. We can continue to cater to people’s interest in protecting their homes with new technologies that give them more agency at the same time. What do you hope the SIA Women in Security Forum can achieve for the security industry?I continue to be impressed by SIA’s Women in Security Forum – the group has increased engagement within the industry by promoting, recruiting and supporting women in the industry. I highly promote and encourage the Women in Security Forum to continue to make this investment in the industry. The group’s efforts on youth outreach will also be instrumental on driving awareness on the educational and field opportunities earlier to next generations. I look for the forum to continue to cultivate a more diverse and inclusive industry. What is your best advice for women in the industry?Be open to new opportunities, always serve others and love what you do. Always keep striving to better yourself in your business and personal endeavors. Never be afraid to get involved inside your company or external networking; business truly is what and who you know. As Sheryl Sandberg exemplifies in Lean In, “sit at the table, seek challenges, take risks and pursue goals with gusto.” Who or what was the strongest influence in your career?I have been lucky enough to meet and work with many great managers and leaders thus far in my career at Allegion. I’ve been fortunate to have had four Allegion mentors to date that have made an impactful influence on my leadership behaviors and career aspirations. I’ve been able to have mentorship from women in leadership, which is truly empowering. I am inspired seeing women throughout Allegion in leadership roles and making a difference. In Gartner’s 2018 Women in Supply Chain research report they found “on average, 14% of companies reported executive-level supply chain positions being held by women, which is about the same as last year (15%).” Both the supply chain industry and security industry will continue to drive women in leadership, which inspires me to promote both industries to future generations. How do you define success?Personally, success to me is encompassed of continued learning, mentorship, promotion and the empowerment of others’ achievements. I feel successful mostly when I can help others by encouraging their growth and listening to their own hurdles to do my part. What would you say to new upcoming women in the industry?It’s a truly momentous time to join the security industry. There is an abundance of innovation and diversity to develop an exciting career. Ensure you do your part in continuing to promote the industry and encourage other women in the workforce. William H. Danforth wrote the book, I Dare You, where he urges readers of any age to take chances and fulfill their full potential, “One enkindled spirit can set hundreds on fire.” The post Allegion’s Erica McBride-Rapp on Frictionless Access Control, Inclusion in Security appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/profiles/allegion-erica-mcbride-security/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/allegions-erica-mcbride-rapp-on.html DENVER — PSA Security Network is moving forward with plans to host an in-person component for PSA TEC 2021 in early May, while announcing the conference’s educational programming will be held in a virtual format. Held annually, PSA TEC is a premier education and networking event for systems integrators. The conference offers industry-leading education and certification programs, networking and dedicated exhibit hours designed to advance the skills and expertise of industry professionals nationwide. Last year’s event was cancelled to due to the coronavirus pandemic. PSA TEC 2021 is scheduled to be held May 3-6 at Denver’s Downtown Sheraton Hotel. This week, PSA Director of Marketing Candice Aragon explained in a video announcement the organization decided to convert PSA TEC 2021 to a “hybrid model” based on data it received from the hotel and the city. “You may be wondering what a hybrid model entails. PSA plans to deliver premier education to our network whatever it takes,” Aragon says in the video. “That means we’ll be converting the majority of our sessions to a virtual platform while still having our speakers present to you live from their offices.” She continues, “This will allow for the greatest amount of interaction between speakers and attendees. The remaining sessions will follow an executive leadership track and be presented live and in person at the Sheraton in downtown Denver.” PSA will follow safety protocols to ensure the space is clean, social distancing is possible, masks are used, and all necessary safety precautions are taken, she continues. The systems integrator cooperative is working with its vendor partners to convert the certification courses to a virtual model to deliver technicians the training they need to keep integration firms on track for success, she explains. The full list of certifications is available on the PSA TEC certifications page. Registration will open for PSA owners and members on Feb. 8; non-members, Feb. 15. The post PSA TEC 2021 Hybrid Format to Include In-Person Component appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/business/psa-tec-2021-hybrid-format/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/psa-tec-2021-hybrid-format-to-include.html SAN ANTONIO — Pro-Vigil, a provider of remote video monitoring and crime deterrence solutions, has published a research report about companies that updated their security strategies in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. These updates coincide with 20% of survey respondents reporting an increase in physical security incidents since the start of the pandemic, and the perception among one-third of respondents that 2021 will bring an increase in these types of incidents, according to the company. Pro-Vigil polled 124 business operations leaders across a variety of commercial vertical markets to gain an understanding of how the pandemic has impacted their security strategies, including the use of security guards and video monitoring systems. Key findings from the survey include: The Impact of COVID-19 on Physical Security
Perceptions and Use of Security Guards
Trends in Video
To download the report, “The State of Physical Security Entering 2021,” click here. The post Report: Significant Number of Companies Updated Security Strategies Due to COVID appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/research/companies-updated-security-covid/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/report-significant-number-of-companies.html AUSTIN, Texas — Athena Security announces two major product launches for its smart security camera line up focused on mitigating gun violence and the spread of COVID-19. Athena’s dual gun and temperature detection system utilizes two 384-pixel thermal cameras so one can be in front of the subject and behind the subject, in order to see if there’s a concealed weapon on the front or back of their body. The front thermal camera also then measures body temperature to detect if there’s an elevated temperature. On the gun detection side, Athena Security’s artificial intellegence (AI)-enabled thermal camera is said to be able to spot concealed weapons and immediately alert authorities. On the occupancy tracking side, the company has added sensors (no cameras needed) that can be placed in every room to accurately track how many people are in the building or in individual rooms to avoid coronavirus overcrowding issues while maintaining privacy, according to the announcement. “We are constantly innovating both on the gun detection and COVID prevention sides to increase our customer’s ability to stop the spread of COVID and the misuse of guns throughout society,” states Lisa Falzone, Athena Security CEO and co-founder. “With gun safety and COVID protections becoming so politicized, Athena Security is focused on automating public safeguards so that our schools, hospitals, places of worship and business are as secure as possible.” When Falzone and Athena Security Co-Founder Chris Ciabarra came out of early retirement to help in the mission to end mass shootings in 2018, little did they know at the time they were also ramping up to help fight the spread of COVID-19, according to the announcement. “Especially after the birth of my second child, the drive to make the world a safer place was an unavoidable motivation for me,” says Falzone. “The part that Chris and I had not bet on was the flexibility and utilitarian nature of our AI thermal camera platform. Its uses for social good, along with our commitment to the ethical use of AI banning all instances of personal information collection, is proving far greater than we initially hoped for.” The post Athena Security Unveils Occupancy Tracking, Concealed Gun Detection appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/surveillance/athena-security-occupancy-tracking-concealed-gun-detection/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/athena-security-unveils-occupancy.html MONTRÉAL — Genetec has broadenedd its portfolio of FICAM (federal identity, credential and access management)-certified options for its Security Center Synergis access control system with support of Veridt Stealth access control readers. Traditionally, the options for federal government organizations to replace a non FICAM-compliant system or to secure a new site were restricted to a limited choice of proprietary solutions. Because Security Center Synergis is a FICAM-approved open platform access control system, customers can choose from a range of nonproprietary choices to efficiently validate Personal Identity Verification (PIV, PIV-I, CAC and TWIC) for federal employees and contractors. “By bringing these new nonproprietary options to market with partners such as Veridt, HID and Mercury, we are offering government customers a choice of simple-to-deploy and cost-effective solutions so that they can easily comply with FICAM requirements while leveraging the most robust and extensible software solution on the market,” says Justin Himelberger, enterprise systems business development manager — federal & DOD at Genetec. Veridt Stealth Series readers provide a full complement of capability enabling identity and access management solutions for traditional and trusted PACS using PIV, TWIC and CAC based credentials. The family of readers encompass both biometric and non-biometric configurations while offering fixed, wireless and mobile platforms. Veridt readers feature a compact design and capability to operate in the harshest environments, according to an announcement. “We are pleased to work with Genetec to offer our joint U.S.-federal market customers FICAM-compliant solutions that will enable them to comply with the most stringent access and identity federal standards as well as the flexibility to maintain and protect their investment for years to come,” says Bryce Lamers, director of sales and marketing at Veridt. The post Genetec Expands Access Control Offering for U.S. Federal Govt. Clients appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/access/genetec-access-control-federal/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/genetec-expands-access-control-offering.html Presented in podcast form for the first time ever, SSI‘s annual Commercial Dealer Roundtable presents executives from four Honeywell Integrated Security Dealer companies sharing the trials they endured and opportunities discovered during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as what they expect for 2021. You’ll hear from participants Tyler Blake, COO Midwest Alarm/BCI Integrated Solutions, Melissa Brinkman, CEO Custom Alarm, Dave Chritton Microbiz Security Co. and John Copeland, partner at ESI Fire & Security Protection. Though the security industry is generally considered recession-proof, the commercial sector didn’t go totally unscathed. Below, these four leaders detail the challenges the faced and how they overcame them. You can read a condensed version of the interview here. Check out this latest episode of SSI‘s Security Speaking podcast by watching it below, or listen or download it directly from SSI, or listen to it via your streaming platform of choice.
The post Commercial Dealer Roundtable: Rising to the COVID-19 Challenge appeared first on Security Sales & Integration. from News – Security Sales & Integration https://www.securitysales.com/podcast/commercial-dealer-roundtable-covid/ via IFTTT Via https://westoninspace.blogspot.com/2021/01/commercial-dealer-roundtable-rising-to.html This month’s article is not on a single subject, but is intended to provide some news on events that are occurring within the code promulgation world as it relates to fire alarm systems. 2020 has been busy in this regard and 2021 will be even busier. To begin, the final work on the 2022 edition of NFPA 72, The National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code is just about completed. The Correlating Committee has concluded its second draft meeting. All that is left on this edition of 72 is the letter ballot to the Committee, and then any floor action that may occur during the annual meeting of the National Fire Protection Association. This would be at the technical session of the association. The NFPA Annual Meeting is scheduled to be held in Las Vegas from June 22-25, with the technical session being conducted on the final day [Ed. note: The Annual Meeting will now be held as a virtual series]. During the “Tech Meeting,” certified amending motions (CAM) will be heard, including any that may be for NFPA 72. After this meeting, the NFPA Standards Council will take final action on NFPA 72 as well as other documents that are in cycle during its meeting in August. In regards to the annual meeting, at this time it is being announced as a hybrid meeting, with both in person and online options. The format of the annual meeting could be changed between now and next June, dependent on COVID-19. The most significant change to the next edition of 72 will be new material on cybersecurity. For all systems with the exception of those that fall within Chapter 29, Single- and Multiple-Station Alarms and Household Fire Alarm Systems, cybersecurity details will be found within the Annex for a new Chapter 11. There will be no “shall” requirements for cybersecurity in this edition of 72, with one exception. The Technical Committee that is responsible for Chapter 29 made a decision to place the requirements for cybersecurity within the main body of the Chapter. Therefore, for systems that are to be installed in accordance of Chapter 29, the term “shall” is used. Recall that Chapter 29 is standalone, and as such is independent of the requirements that are located within the other chapters of 72. This will be the only edition in which fire alarm systems that are installed outside of Chapter 29 not have mandated cybersecurity requirements. By the 2025 edition, cybersecurity requirements will be in the main body of Chapter 11, or perhaps a separate new document. The Correlating Committee has formed a task group to explore this, as perhaps a separate document would make better since other types of systems that are designed and installed to NFPA published standards should also be addressing cybersecurity issues. More on this as we progress through 2021 into 2022. Leaving NFPA 72, but staying within the NFPA codes, the work has begun with the next edition of NFPA 70, The National Electrical Code. The closing date for public input has passed and the Code Making Panels are performing task group work at this time. The first draft meetings will be conducted virtually, so the work of the task groups will ease some of the pain for some of the panels of meeting for five or six eight-hour days in a virtual meeting. As a member of Code Making Panel 3, which has assigned to it both Article 725, Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 Remote-Control, Signaling, and Power-Limited Circuits and Article 730, Fire Alarm Systems, there will be a number of proposed structural changes to the layout of these two articles. I will comment more on this once the first draft meetings have concluded. The restructuring should make the use of these articles easier. Over at the International Code Council (ICC), work has started for the next editions of the International Fire Code (IFC) and International Building Code (IBC). As with the NFPA, all of the preliminary meetings have been virtual. The work on the IFC is through the Fire Code Advisory Committee (FCAC). Feeding into the FCAC are a number of working groups that are addressing specific areas within the IFC. I can say that as all of the meetings are virtual, attendance is up from past years when the meetings were held just outside of O’Hare Airport in Chicago. When the FCAC is holding a meeting, there could be up to 60-some individuals “calling” in. There will be a number of changes made in the next edition of the IFC. Of significant interest will be revised requirements for cannabis grow and extraction facilities. Work is also being done in regards to CO detection, mass notification and integrated testing. The code hearings for the next edition of the IFC Codes will be virtual. Exactly how the hearing will be conducted has not been released yet. The live meetings would be very long and would extend over a number of days, but be very fast paced. As the next edition of the IFC comes more into focus, commentary on changes or additions relative to fire detection and alarms will be covered. Virtual or in person, 2021 will be a very busy year for codes and standards. 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