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National Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Month

October is Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Month. Cities and counties nationwide honor these officers for their critical role in enforcing health and safety regulations. Though essential year-round, October highlights their impact on building, zoning, environmental, and housing standards.

In January 2023, the Authority teamed up with the Code Enforcement Officer Safety Foundation (CEOSF), a national 501c3 nonprofit, to provide important safety training to member code enforcement officers. This training has become critical since the passing of Senate Bill 296, which requires local jurisdictions to develop safety standards that are appropriate for the code enforcement officers they employ.

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Code enforcement, building, fire, and health inspectors work within communities to enforce local and state laws. Visiting homes and businesses, they often handle challenging situations with citizens facing eviction, financial hardship, mental health issues, homelessness, or disputes. They face dangerous, emotionally charged situations, where training can prove invaluable.

Since the partnership began, hundreds of California JPIA members have completed the CEOSF Code Official Safety Specialist (COSS) training program. This on-demand virtual course covers Tactical Mindset, Fear Management, Verbal De-escalation, Three Phases of a Contact, and Surviving a Violent Encounter. It is recognized by the International Code Council, American Association of Code Enforcement, National Animal Care and Control Association, CalAnimals, and dozens of state associations.

Members interested in learning more about the COSS training program or benefits available through the Authority’s partnership with CEOSF can contact their regional risk manager.

Code enforcement officers uphold health and safety codes, offer exceptional customer service, and work closely with the public to achieve compliance. They are creative problem-solvers and dedicated public servants.

Thank you, code enforcement officers!

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