PITTSBURG, Kan. — Throughout the month of May, the City of Pittsburg will participate in Building Safety Month, a worldwide campaign presented by the International Code Council (ICC). This year’s campaign, “Built to Last,” highlights how modern building codes, safety professionals and resilient construction practices protect homes and communities around the world.

The campaign encourages people to participate in learning about building safety.

• Week One (May 1 to 10): “Safe Homes, Strong Communities” focuses on simple actions homeowners can take to improve safety at home.
• Week Two (May 11to 17): “Voices of the Built Environment” spotlights building safety professionals and the roles they play in keeping communities safe.
• Week Three (May 18 to 24): “Prepared to Protect” encourages community preparedness and highlights how disaster-resilient building codes protect people and property.
• Week Four (May 25 to 31): “Communities Without Limits” showcases the importance of accessibility in building construction and design.

“Building Safety is always important to us,” says Laeci Hall, a Permit Technician for the city. “Proper permitting and inspections help us keep the residents and guests of Pittsburg safe.” Learn more about Building Safety Month at www.buildingsafetymonth.org.