EP 11: Developing a Heat Illness Awareness Prevention Program in Construction

Millions of workers are facing extremely high temperatures coast to coast. Today’s heatwaves are hotter, more frequent, and longer than in the past. The adverse affects on health, costs, and productivity are growing each year. Panelists discuss the challenges and what is being done to address them.

Speakers:

Chris Trahan Cain, CIH, Executive Director, CPWR

Ryan R. Papariello, GSP, Safety & Health Specialist, Laborers’ Health and Safety Fund of North America Gavin West, MPH, Director of Health Research, CPWR Kathleen Dobson, Safety Director, Alberici Constructors, Inc.

Jon Williams, PhD, Research Physiologist, National Personal Protective Technology Lab, NIOSH/CD

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