CEOSF Lifeline

Justin talks with the Foundation's new Executive Director, Aleksandra, about her background and why she wanted to be a part of the mission. They discuss the Code Official Safety Specialist training, fallacies, professionalism, and a joint effort with ICC, AACE, NACA, and CEOSF.

In this episode, host Justin Edson speaks with James Straws from Indiana. James has an extensive 45 year career and knew Earl Bowman who was murdered in 2002. Since then James has worked hard to honor Earl by creating an award through the Indiana Association of Building Officials (IABO) where he currently serves as President. We will not forget!

We discuss how often times agencies combine Code Enforcement and Animal Control in the same role. We hear from Jeanette who is a Lead Code Enforcement Officer and Animal Control Officer in Colorado who was also an EMT, 911 dispatcher, Victim Advocate, and ACO. The discussion touches on officer safety with animals and owners, COSS training and her opinion of it, and supporting each

Host Justin Edson sits down to speak with Scott Kirshner, President of Dedicated Threat Solutions, LLC to speak about the ICC Credential of Learning Achievement for Code Official Safety.

Justin interviews Kirk L. Palmer from Georgia about his experience with sovereign citizens. He has over 26 years experience in law enforcement and currently serves as a Code Compliance Supervisor of a County in Georgia. Kirk is an Officer Safety Instructor for the Georgia Association of Code Enforcement (GACE). He is also an active contributor to the Officer Safety Newsletter. Kirk

On this episode of the Lifeline Podcast, our host Justin Edson discusses California SB 296 with Matt Silver. Matt is the 2nd Vice President of the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers and spearheaded this successful bill.

On this episode, our host Justin Edson, speaks with Eric Lutz who is the Director and Building Official of a municipality in South Carolina. He is also attending the inaugural Code Official Safety Specialist certification program. They discuss the certification program and ideas for officer safety.

On this episode, our host Justin Edson, speaks with Travis Guess. Travis is a Building Official in Oklahoma and serves on the Board of Directors for CEOSF and the Oklahoma Association. They discuss officer safety as it relates to the Building profession and the Foundation.

CEOSF President Justin Edson speaks about the recently approved bill in California that adds 829.7 to the Penal Code and requires officer safety standards for Code Enforcement.

Lifeline Host Justin Edson speaks with Lieutenant Chris Collins who is a Fire Marshal in West Virginia. They discuss House Bill 4715 where it gave limited arrest powers and authorized firearms for Fire Marshals across the state. The conversation dives into tips on legislation, adopting it locally, and setting up a process for proper training.