When natural disasters and other hazards put American lives at risk, robust codes and standards for our buildings play an important role in keeping our communities safe. They ensure our homes and businesses are resilient to the challenges of our time. During Building Safety Month, code professionals nationwide come together and recommit to raising awareness among individuals, families and businesses about the importance of building and maintaining safe and sustainable structures in the U.S. and around the globe.
Building Safety Month also reinforces the need for the adoption of modern model building codes, a strong and efficient system to enforce those codes, and a well-trained professional workforce to ensure public safety. Each is a critical step toward building stronger communities and, ultimately, a safer world.
This month — as we pay tribute to the professionals who design, construct and secure our infrastructure — the Code Council's 63,000 Members, along with other professionals in the construction and design community, will conduct events including school assemblies, hosting information booths at builder supply stores, and implementing proclamation signing ceremonies to raise awareness about the importance of building and remodeling to modern codes and standards.
From coast to coast, jurisdictions have planned Building Safety Month events that offer something for everyone. Here are just a few:
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