ICC Kicks Off Building Safety Month, Advancing Public Safety and Community Resilience

The International Code Council’s annual Building Safety Month begins this week and continues through May 31. For 46 years, Building Safety Month has helped people understand the impact that building codes have on their daily lives. This mission has become even more important as communities face challenges like extreme weather events, aging infrastructure and evolving construction technologies.

This year’s theme, “Built to Last,” highlights how modern building codes, safety professionals and resilient construction practices protect homes and communities around the world.

The weekly themes for Building Safety Month 2026 are:

• Week One (May 1-10): “Safe Homes, Strong Communities”
• Week Two (May 11-17): “Voices of the Built Environment”
• Week Three (May 18-24): “Prepared to Protect”
• Week Four (May 25-31): “Communities Without Limits”

For more information, visit the Building Safety Month website.