MADISON—Department of Commerce (Commerce) Secretary Aaron Olver announced today that May is Building Safety Month in Wisconsin. Building Safety Month, sponsored by the International Code Council, is an opportunity to increase public awareness of the importance of building safety and the role fire prevention officials, local and state building departments, and federal agencies play to protect Wisconsin residents.

“Building Safety Month recognizes the importance of safe buildings and the professionals who work to promote building safety in our communities,” Secretary Olver said. “I am proud to support these initiatives as we create a positive, safe regulatory climate in Wisconsin.”

Building Safety Week was established in 1980. Its objectives are to promote the use, enforcement and understanding of building codes to safeguard the public. It also recognizes professional code enforcement officials who regularly attend training to make sure they are aware of the latest code changes and technological advances in construction. This year’s theme, “Commemorating a 30-year Legacy of Leadership,” encourages all Americans to raise awareness of the importance of building safety.

For additional information on Building Safety Month visit www.buildingsafetymonth.org.