Ryan Colker

Off-Site Construction Opens Doors for the Next Generation of Construction Workers

Ryan Colker

It’s the middle of summer at a jobsite for a new school in the South and construction workers are on scaffolding to install windows on the second floor. Outside temperatures are topping 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the humidity is unbearable. Yet, the project must be completed in time for...

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June 2026
Issue #18323
Page 120
Ryan Colker

Protecting Tomorrow: Why Advocating for Safety and Building Codes Matters Today

Ryan Colker

Building safety is an essential part of our daily lives, influencing everything from the homes we live in to the businesses we visit and the public spaces we use. Safe buildings don’t just happen by accident, they are the result of careful planning and the adoption and enforcement of...

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July 2025
Issue #17312
Page 102
Ryan Colker

Standards Ensure Off-site Built Tiny Homes Deliver Safety and Efficiency

Ryan Colker

As many communities and potential homeowners struggle with housing affordability, tiny houses have emerged as part of the solution. Assuring these tiny houses deliver the same level of safety and efficiency of other permanent housing solutions is essential. Local building codes and the...

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August 2022
Issue #14277
Page 96

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