Code-Officials of Arkansas

06/03/2026

This is what we are about, bringing true education to the state.

05/24/2026

At this year’s COAR Annual Conference, we had the honor of celebrating two extraordinary leaders with the COAR Leadership Award men whose impact on this organization and our profession runs deep.

Rick Bramall, our former president, has poured his heart into COAR. His leadership didn’t just guide this organization it strengthened it. Even beyond his time as president, Rick continues to invest in people, mentoring and encouraging the next generation of code officials with wisdom, humility, and genuine care.

We also had the privilege of honoring Tony Woodard, a true foundation of COAR. Tony has been a constant always present, always willing to teach, and always lifting others up. His influence on the mechanical and HVAC side of our industry is profound, and his legacy is seen in the countless individuals he has guided, supported, and inspired over the years.

These are the leaders who shape more than organizations they shape people, careers, and the future of our profession. We are deeply grateful for Rick and Tony, and for the lasting mark they continue to leave on COAR and all of us.

05/20/2026

B1 Academy is underway, and I am truly enjoying the opportunity to dive into the code book, learning how to navigate and explore each chapter more effectively. Education in Arkansas continues to rise, and our inspection programs are advancing alongside it.
Clear communication drives growth, and with determination comes a deeper respect and appreciation for the work we do. Life safety is our responsibility. Respecting this role means being able to look at any home and ask, “Would this be safe enough for my own family to live in?”
Every home we inspect matters. One day, it could belong to someone we know, a child, or even a future generation of our own family. Through our work, we are helping protect both the present and the future of Arkansas homes.

05/18/2026

Spring 2026 Conference is underway! Arkansas HVAC inspector licenses are back, and continuing education is in full swing. Great to see such a strong turnout!

05/16/2026

Conference week!

04/29/2026

Spring Annual Conference at Mount Magazine!

04/29/2026

Arkansas code professionals – this one’s for you!

If you haven’t checked it out lately, the Code Officials of Arkansas website is packed with what you need to stay sharp and connected: upcoming training, conference details, resources, and more, all in one place.

We also publish monthly newsletters to highlight code changes, policy updates, and important legislative news that affect jurisdictions across Arkansas. You can read and share them anytime at:
🔗 https://codeofficials-ar.org/blog/

Are you out in the field and need your fire, building, or residential code book? We’ve got you covered. Visit our "Quick Links" to the Arkansas State Fire Marshal’s Office to access the code books right on your phone or tablet:
🔗 https://codeofficials-ar.org/resources/

👉 Take a minute today to visit https://codeofficials-ar.org, bookmark it, share it with your team, and help spread the word so every inspector, fire marshal, planner, and building official in Arkansas knows where to go for the latest information.

Stronger codes mean safer communities – let’s make sure everyone knows about the tools, training, and information available to us at codeofficials-ar.org.

Code Officials of Arkansas is an ICC chapter, providing training and education for the code official industry in the State of Arkansas.

04/28/2026

Spring Conference 2026
• Monday May 18th,2026 - Mechanical – Tony Woodard
o 8:00 A.M – 8:30 A.M – Sign In
o 8:30 A.M – 10:30 A.M – Class
o 10:30 A.M – 10:45 A.M – Snacks
o 10:45 A.M – 12:00 P.M – Class (Fifteen-Minute Presentation by: TEKConnectGov & Thirty
Minute Presentation by: Summit)
o 12:00 P.M – 12:30 P.M – Lunch on your own
o 1:00 P.M – 5:30 P.M – Class
o 6:00 P.M – 9:00 P.M Social event (Dinner on your own)
• Tuesday May 19th, 2026 - Electrical – Russell Hull – Concurrent session B1 Academy
o 7:30 A.M – 8:00 A.M – Sign In
o 8:00 A.M – 10:30 A.M – Class
o 10:30 A.M – 10:45 A.M – Snacks
o 10:45 A.M – 12:00 P.M – Speaker (Copper weld)
o 12:00 P.M – 1:00 P.M – Lunch Provided by Summit Utilities
o 1:00 P.M – 2:00 P.M – ASCE Equipment Seismic guru
o 1:00 P.M – 4:30 P.M – Class
o 6:00 P.M – 9:00 P.M Social event (Dinner on your own)
• Wednesday May 20th, 2026 - Building Code - Diane Hughes - Concurrent session B1 Academy
o 7:30 A.M – 8:00 A.M – Sign In
o 8:00 A.M – 10:30 A.M – Class (NFPA Jeremey Criner)
o 10:30 A.M – 10:45 A.M – Snacks
o 10:45 A.M – 11:00 A.M – Sponsor presentation (Aaron Crowe Simpson Strongtie)
o 11:00 A.M – 12:00 P.M – Class (NFPA Jeremey Criner)
o 12:00 P.M – 1:00 P.M – Lunch on your own
o 1:00 P.M – 4:30 P.M – Class (Diane Hughes)
o 6:00 P.M – 9:00 P.M Social event (Dinner on your own)
• Thursday May 21st, 2026 - Building Code – Diane Hughes Concurrent Session – AML & NFPA 285
o 7:30 A.M – 8:00 A.M – Sign In
o 8:00 A.M – 10:30 A.M – Class
o 10:30 A.M – 10:45 A.M – Snacks
o 10:45 A.M – 12:00 P.M – Speaker (Quick tie)
o 12:00 P.M – 1:00 P.M – Lunch on your own
o 1:00 P.M – 4:30 P.M – Class (NFPA 285 Shamim Rashid-Sumar)
o 6:00 P.M – 9:00 P.M Social event (Dinner Provided by Copper weld)
• Friday May 22nd, 2026 – Contractor Licensing – Jamie Wilhite - Mechanical exam- Tony Woodard
o 7:30 A.M – 8:00 A.M – Sign In
o 8:00 A.M – 10:30 A.M – Class
o 10:30 A.M – 10:45 A.M – Snacks
o 10:45 A.M – 12:00 P.M – Class
o 12:00 P.M – 1:00 P.M – Lunch on your own
o 1:00 P.M – 4:30 P.M – Class

04/28/2026

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04/28/2026

Don’t Miss Out, Arkansas Code Officials Conference!

Get ready for an incredible experience at the Code Officials of Arkansas 2026 Conferences.

Spring Conference: May 18–22, 2026 at beautiful Mount Magazine. Join us for top-notch training, valuable networking, and fresh insights you can take back to your community.

Fall Conference: September 14–18, 2026, mark your calendars now, you won’t want to miss it.

Learn more and stay updated: codeofficials-ar.org

Let’s come together, learn, and keep Arkansas building strong.