May is recognized as Building Safety Month, an international campaign led by the International Code Council (ICC) that promotes the importance of safe construction, resilient buildings, and modern building codes. The campaign raises awareness about how building safety impacts our everyday lives and the important role it plays in protecting homes, businesses, schools, and public spaces.
For additional Building Safety Month information and resources, visit the
International Code Council Building Safety Month website.
Weekly Themes
The 2026 Building Safety Month campaign theme is “Built to Last” and includes the following weekly themes:
Week 1: Safe Homes, Strong Communities (May 1–10)
Focuses on simple actions homeowners can take to improve safety at home.
Week 2: Voices of the Built Environment (May 11–17)
Spotlights building safety professionals and the important roles they play in keeping communities safe.
Week 3: Prepared to Protect (May 18–24)
Encourages community preparedness and highlights how disaster-resilient building codes protect people and property.
Week 4: Communities Without Limits (May 25–31)
Showcases the importance of accessibility in building construction and design.