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Recognizing May 2024 as Building Safety Month in the City of Philadelphia.
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WHEREAS, 2024 marks the 44th year of Building Safety Month with the theme "Mission Possible" encouraging people to become building safety experts and to advocate for safety in our communities
WHEREAS, Building Safety Month is an international campaign started by the International Code Council that takes place during the month of May every year to raise awareness about building safety; and
WHEREAS, The International Code Council aims to educate individuals, families and businesses on what it takes to create safe and sustainable structures, reinforce the need for the adoption of modernized and regularly updated safety codes, and highlight the well-trained professionals who work year-round to ensure our safety; and
WHEREAS, Building Safety Month provides an opportunity to educate the public, professionals, and policymakers about the essential work of construction workers and construction safety inspectors, and the impact of their efforts on community safety and
resilience; and
WHEREAS, Confidence in the resilience of these buildings that make up our community is achieved through the work of building safety and fire prevention officials, architects, engineers, builders, tradespeople, design professionals, laborers, plumbers and others working tirelessly in the construction industry; and
WHEREAS, Building safety professionals are an essential piece in the building and construction operation and are engaged in whole process from the initial building plan to the finished product; and
WHEREAS, Building safety professionals are the silent defenders of public safety providing guidance and advice to architects, engineers, contractors who bring building projects to life while ensuring safety for occupants and residents; and
WHEREAS, Building safety professionals aid in preventing accidents and ensure that all workers and the job site are in compliance with all relevant health and ...
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