Section 101.3 (Intent) of the 2000 International Building Code states, "The purpose of this code is to establish minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety, and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation, and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment." In 2003, this section added a clause that also included "a reasonable level of safety for firefighters and other emergency responders."