Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 562 volunteers in the St. Louis and Fulton area gathered for a day of action Oct. 5, fanning out to check the furnaces and smoke detectors of retirees as part of the union’s annual Heat’s On effort.

The results reveal the industry is at a turning point for head protection practices.

Read this article by Construction Dive Reporter Matthew Thibault on how the university created the facility on its Blacksburg campus in collaboration with construction management firm Procon Consulting.

The new initiative will promote mental health and wellness for the trades.

Watch the interview with NBC News Senior Policy Reporter Shannon Pettypiece regarding new CDC research showing the alarming trend of construction workers dying by suicide.

Behavioral health facilities help patients with mental health issues, lifestyle challenges, addictions and more. Read on to discover insights and guidelines for mastering plumbing design in these health-care sites, focusing on safety, budget constraints, patient populations, regulatory challenges and emerging design trends.

Burnout, lack of recognition and other factors may lead valued employees to seek new paths. It’s important for business leaders to understand and support those choices. Columnist Jill Imig notes that maintaining positive relationships and leaving doors open for potential return showcase a culture of respect and growth within the organization.

Read this article by Construction Dive Edtior Zachary Phillips on how the contractor used a device on three healthcare projects to demonstrate the importance of proper water intake and to help keep workers safe in the heat.

On his Instagram page @alan_carlson, Alan shares content that showcases his daily work in the field, teaching and assisting other tradespeople along the way.

SMACNA has been selected as the recipient of a 2024 National Safety Council Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Safety Champion Award for its BE4ALL Safety Sponsorship Program.