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During Construction Safety Week (May 5-9), KASK – the premium designer and manufacturer of head protection – is announcing the launch of the Zenith X2 MAX, a Type II safety helmet that extends the fit range up to 66 centimeters, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit for a wider range of users while maintaining the same high level of protection for which KASK is known.

From cotton to nylon to aramids, string-knit safety gloves offer various levels of hazard protection and are typically classified by their gauge – ranging from seven to 21. But what’s glove gauge and how does it affect glove performance?

Contract and temporary workers are essential – but without proper training, they can create serious safety and compliance risks.

“Music can be magical, both in your personal and professional life. Try using it to inspire yourself – and workers – to take action.”

Carl Heinlein, senior safety consultant at the American Contractors Insurance Group, joins us to discuss the impacts of fatigue on construction workers. We also discuss content from the April issue of Safety+Health.

The report provides valuable insights into how the construction industry is being redefined. Whether you’re a developer, contractor or facility manager, understanding these trends will be critical to staying competitive in an increasingly dynamic market.

“Done well, it’s an effective way to make people feel appreciated and influence them to work safely.”

Jason Kunz, keynote speaker at the NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo (set for April 24-25 in Charlotte, NC), joins the podcast to discuss habits of highly effective safety pros. We also discuss content from the March issue of Safety+Health, Distracted Driving Awareness Month and memories from our first five years of the podcast.

March is National Ladder Safety Month – the perfect time to take our quiz on safe use of ladders! Let’s see how you do.

Ensuring workers wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for the task is essential to keeping them safe – but it’s not always easy. The solution might just lie in nudge theory, an approach that makes the right choice feel like the easiest one.