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ANSI/RESNET/ICC 380: Standard for Testing Airtightness of Building, Dwelling Unit, and Sleeping Unit Enclosures; Airtightness of Heating and Cooling Air Distribution Systems; and Airflow of Mechanical Ventilation Systems

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Author(s)
American National Standards Institute,
Residential Energy Services Network,
International Code Council
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Organization(s)
ANSI,
RESNET,
ICC
Description
This ANSI/RESNET/ICC standard provides a consistent, uniform methodology for evaluating the airtightness of building, dwelling unit, and sleeping unit enclosures and heating and cooling air distribution systems, and the air flows of mechanical ventilation systems.

Preparedness Webinars

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Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
Database describing FEMA preparedness webinars including natural hazard preparedness.

Suggested Emergency Food Supplies

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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Organization(s)
USDHS
Description
Article describing suggested food supplies, sanitation, safety, and cooking for during and after an emergency.

Weather Proofing Old Doors

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Author(s)
Holm LeRoy
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Organization(s)
Tri-State Home Inspections LLC
Description
Article describing the process of adding weatherstripping to and weatherizing old doors.