BUILDING SAFETY MONTH: 5 TIPS FOR A MORE RESILIENT HOME
[https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20210512/building-safety-month-5-tips-more-resilient-home]


Release Date: 
Mai 12, 2021 

CHICAGO – May is Building Safety Month and an important reminder to
take steps to reduce disaster risks and ensure your home is resilient
to severe weather events.

“In the Midwest, we face the threat of multiple hazards year round.
The warmer months ahead bring the risk of storms and flooding that
have the potential to cause thousands of dollars of damage to our
homes and communities,” said Kevin M. Sligh, acting regional
administrator, FEMA Region 5. “We can reduce those and other
disaster risks through simple mitigation efforts that reinforce and
protect the places we live, work, learn and congregate.”

 	* VERIFY YOUR HOME IS BUILT IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL BUILDING SAFETY
CODES. The enforcement of modern building codes by your local
officials is essential to helping minimize the risks of death, injury
and property damage in the event of a disaster.
 	* CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL BUILDING SAFETY DEPARTMENT BEFORE BEGINNING
HOME REPAIR OR IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS. Many building safety departments
require permits for home repair or improvement projects, including
structural, electrical or plumbing work. Getting a permit will involve
an inspection of the work, providing an added safety measure to
protect you, your family and your home.
 	* ELEVATE AND ANCHOR UTILITIES & SECURE OUTDOOR ITEMS. Elevate and
anchor your critical utilities, including electrical panels, propane
tanks, sockets, wiring, appliances, and heating systems to reduce the
risk of flood waters damaging them. Secure lawn furniture and any
other loose outdoor items that may become windborne and cause injury
or damage during high wind events.
 	* REDUCE BASEMENT FLOODING RISKS. Install a water alarm and maintain
a working sump pump to protect your basement. Install a
battery-operated backup pump in case of power failure.
 	* CONSIDER BUILDING OR RETROFITTING TO CREATE A TORNADO SAFE ROOM IN
YOUR HOME. For construction information and to ensure you achieve the
highest level of protection for your family, visit
www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management/safe-rooms
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For more information about building safety visit
www.iccsafe.org/advocacy/building-safety-month/2021-building-safety-month/
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www.inspecttoprotect.org
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Learn even more about how to prepare before a disaster strikes by
visiting www.Ready.gov
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