Backend Category: Safety Excellence Initiative

Safety Week Partner CNA Shares Top Loss Trends

CNA released the top loss trends in construction and the mechanical industry from their book of business, highlighting workers compensation, auto, and general liability loss drivers. The slide deck includes several Safety Week resources that can support your company’s activities during the week, which runs from May 5-9.

Top Three Loss Drivers for Mechanical and Plumbing (by severity)

Workers Compensation

  1. Manual material handling
  2. Falls from elevation
  3. Struck by incidents

General Liability

  1. Construction defect
  2. Leak/seep/water damage
  3. Fire/explosion

Auto

  1. Rear-end collisions
  2. Changed lanes
  3. OV rear end

Please review and download the slide deck to learn more.

SLIDE DECK

Safety Week 2025 Is May 5-9: Get Ready with These Safety Alliance Videos

The National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction and Construction Safety Week are coming up May 5-9. The Safety Alliance of MCAA, TAUC, SMACNA and NECA has created five new videos for employers to share during safety meetings and stand-down events.

The topics of these five videos include:

Elevated Work Platforms:
The Association of Union Constructors Director, Environmental Health and Safety Alex Kopp addresses elevated work platforms (EWPs) and fall prevention. Falls remain a leading cause of injury or incident in our industry.

Ladder Safety:
SMACNA Director of Safety Justin Crandol, CSP, ARM, CRIS shares ladder safety tips to help contractors prevent falls and injuries.

Hand Injury Prevention:
Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) Chairman, Safety & Health Committee Mike Nahas highlights ways in which contractors can protect workers’ hands, one of the most valuable – and most vulnerable – tools used on the jobsite.

Stop Work Authority:
National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Executive Director, Outside Line Safety Mike Starner, CUSP, CHST talks about Stop Work Authority, which empowers employees to halt work when they perceive an unsafe condition or behavior.

Strains, Sprains, and Ergonomics:
NECA Executive Director of Safety Wes Wheeler highlights the importance of protecting workers from everyday sprains and strains, the costliest injury affecting construction workers.

All workers should review these topics along with company safety materials and task-specific training required for construction and related work. Building on the success of our 2023 and 2024 safety videos, the Safety Alliance is committed to providing  employers with new resources each year to keep safety discussions in the forefront of everyone’s mind.

Remember that safety is everyone’s responsibility and going home each day to your family and loved ones safely, is the goal of every employer and employee in our industries. Safety and health are not just about physical hazards, safety and health also includes the mental health of all workers. “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,” is the phrase we share to raise awareness and show allegiance.

We encourage all who need assistance, to contact #988 in your local area to be connected with mental health professionals and resources to assist you during any of these challenges!

Stay Safe!

In Safety and Health,

The Safety Alliance: TAUC, SMACNA, MCAA and NECA

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s New Worker Safety & Health Resources

New workers are often the most vulnerable to accidents and injuries. MCAA’s New Worker Safety & Health Resources assist contractors in providing training on how to identify common hazards in the mechanical industry, and how to protect themselves from those hazards. Topics covered include stop work authority, pre-task planning, PPE, working at heights, fall protection, fall prevention, power tool safety, hazard communication, housekeeping, and emergency procedures. These are just a few of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

Worker Safety Training Videos & Accompanying Resources

New Worker Safety Orientation

Safety Manuals

Safety Programs

Explore the the full range of resources for mechanical service contractors, including resources that are also of interest to mechanical construction and plumbing contractors, using the blue Find A Resource bar on our website or browse our collection of 700+ safety and health resources.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Executive Director for Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

MCAA & Alliance Partners Highlight Lone Worker Safety

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), approximately 15% of the U.S. workforce could be considered lone workers, often working in hazardous environments without direct supervision. Factors such as environments, job duties, and isolation contribute to increased risks for their injury.

Within the trades, lone workers who are responsible for fixing and maintaining machines, mechanical equipment, and building systems such as plumbing, electrical, air-conditioning, and heating, play a crucial role in maintenance and repair. These individuals’ isolation increases their risk of accidents and injury, and ensuring their safety is a priority for industry leaders, employers, and policymakers alike.

“Lone workers are dedicated and essential personnel who are called upon for their expertise and ability to solve problems independently,” said SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger. “It’s vital that we understand all the dangers face and do everything possible to mitigate risk and reduce injury and harm.”

Understanding the Risks

While the BLS does not explicitly categorize lone workers in its data, there is analysis available, including overall workplace injury and fatality data among different professions, that helps us understand the big picture. 

According to the numbers, maintenance and repair workers reported 23,400 nonfatal injury and illness cases requiring days away from work in 2020, the most recent year that data is available. The most common injuries, likely similar today include sprains, strains, and tears (6,550 cases); soreness and pain (3,690 cases), cuts and lacerations (2,460 cases), and fractures (2,130 cases). 

Lone Worker Safety Model Program

Every organization should have a lone worker safety program in place that best fi ts the needs of its team. When a worker is called to a jobsite solo or where assistance is not readilyavailable when needed, they should know that they are supported even though they cannot benefi t from direct interactions with other workers and staff.

The purpose of a lone worker safety program should be to: 

  1. Ensure that there are adequate systems in place to protect the health, safety, and welfare of lone workers,
  2. Reduce risks related to lone work and implement appropriate safety measures,
  3. Provide a framework for identifying potential hazards and risks, determining necessary safety measures,
  4. Protect both employers and employees by increasing awareness of lone worker safety concerns,
  5. Ensure proper training to help lone workers recognize and manage safety risks, and
  6. Minimize the number of incidents and injuries among lone workers.

The elements of a model lone worker safety program listed below are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of best practices. Employers should make independent determinations regarding compliance with OSHA and other regulations, as well as the particular risks faced by their workers.

Best Practices for Lone Worker Safety Programs

  • Training & Awareness: Provide comprehensive safety training, ensuring all workers are aware of potential hazards and are equipped with knowledge about emergency procedures. 
  • Use of Safety Equipment: Ensure workers have access to personal protective equipment (PPE), gas detectors, alert systems, and other items that can significantly reduce the risk of injury. 
  • Emergency Communication & Monitoring: Implement automated alerts, lone worker check-in systems, and 24/7 monitoring solutions help ensure immediate response in case of emergency. 
  • Ergonomics & Injury Prevention: Employ ergonomics programs to reduce strain-related injuries, particularly in lifting, carrying, and repetitive motion tasks.

Daniel Hogan, CEO of TAUC, added, “Every action taken to improve safety is a step forward for the construction and maintenance industries. It’s important that we share what works best with each other as well, which is why our Strategic Alliance was forged one year ago.”

Lone Worker Monitoring & Policy Assessment

The final aspect of lone worker program is a well-planned system in place to monitor employees and deploy help quickly when needed. This includes a manual check-in system with location tracking and an automated system featuring fall detection, a panic button, and real-time GPS tracking.

Regular communication and ongoing policy assessment will ensure effectiveness. Performance measures should include, but not be limited to reduction in work-related injuries, increased lone worker compliance and engagement with safety protocols, and improved monitoring and reporting and discussion of lone worker safety concerns.

“Lone workers in the maintenance and repair industry face unique challenges that require proactive safety measures,” said Timothy J. Brink, CEO of MCAA. “With the integration of advanced technology, robust safety policies, and proper training, the industry can significantly reduce injuries and fatalities. Employers, industry organizations, and policymakers must collaborate to ensure a safer working environment for all maintenance and repair personnel.”

The content above was originally published in SNIPS ACHR News.

MCAA members looking to establish or refine their lone worker safety programs can download MCAA’s Lone Worker Safety Model Program free as a benefit of membership. The model program can be easily tailored to meet each company’s specific needs, and highlights risk assessment, risk mitigation, responsibilities, monitoring systems, lone worker safety assessment and more.

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Accident Investigation Safety Training Video

An accident on a jobsite is everyone’s worst nightmare, but most accidents are preventable. MCAA’s Accident Investigation Safety Training Video helps supervisors conduct an accident investigation, so it doesn’t happen again. It’s just one of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

The video:

  • Reviews the three steps of an accident investigation: Investigate, Find the Cause, and Act.
  • Teaches supervisors what to look for during the investigation.
  • Provides information about how to access accident investigation templates.
Download or Play – English
Download or Play – Spanish

Explore the full range of resources using the blue Find A Resource bar on our website or browse our collection of 700+ safety and health resources.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Executive Director for Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Lone Worker Safety Model Program

Service technicians may work on their own without ready access to assistance. MCAA’s Lone Worker Safety Model Program helps contractors identify risks and hazards and ensure adequate systems are in place to protect those workers. It’s just one of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

The model program can be easily tailored to meet each company’s specific needs, and highlights these areas and more:

  • Risk assessment
  • Risk mitigation
  • Responsibilities
  • Monitoring systems
  • Lone worker safety assessment
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Explore the full range of resources using the blue Find A Resource bar on our website or browse our collection of 700+ safety and health resources.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Executive Director for Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

MCAA & NFPA Are Empowering Electrical Safety for Mechanical Service with New Training & Education

MCAA has joined forces with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to offer resources and tools customized and curated to specifically address and mitigate risks related to electrical safety posed to MCAA members, including physical, compliance and financial risks. Crafted by NFPA’s trusted subject matter experts, this content will provide actionable information and strategies to help you and your team keep pace with the ever-changing regulatory environment, identify potential hazards and shortfalls, and markedly improve safety for your employees, customers, and their workplaces and communities.

Depending on your needs and goals, we offer different levels of educational programs from introductory to more in-depth and on-going programming—and it’s all at a discounted rate.

See the brochure for offerings and discounts, then request more information at nfpa.org/mcaa-nfpa.

If you have questions that aren’t addressed here, please contact MCAA’s Executive Director for Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Health Hazards in Mechanical Construction Safety Training Video

Some serious health hazards aren’t obvious, like those affecting hearing, breathing, or the ability to move, and the effects of these hazards can take time to develop. MCAA’s Health Hazards in Mechanical Construction Safety Training Video provides tips for protecting your health so these hazards don’t lead to lifelong issues. It’s just one of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

The video provides tips for protecting your health in four main areas:

  • Physical
  • Chemical
  • Biological
  • Ergonomic
Download or Play the Video in English
Download or Play the Video in  Spanish

Explore the full range of resources using the blue Find A Resource bar on our website or browse our collection of 700+ safety and health resources.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Executive Director for Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Personal Protective Equipment Safety & Health Resources

PPE is the last line of defense, and sometimes all you need to prevent and injury or save a life. Preventable injuries impact our safety culture, company morale, and our bottom lines. MCAA’s Personal Protective Equipment Safety & Health Resources include our newest videos on hearing protection, head protection, eye protection, respiratory protection, and hand protection. These videos are a candid look at what happens when you don’t wear PPE, and how easily you can help yourself and others by wearing these lifesaving pieces of personal protection. These are just a few of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

Worker Safety Training Videos & Accompanying Resources

PPE Demo Series

Safety Bulletin

Explore the the full range of resources for mechanical service contractors, including resources that are also of interest to mechanical construction and plumbing contractors, using the blue Find A Resource bar on our website or browse our collection of 700+ safety and health resources.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Executive Director for Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Fleet Safety for Mechanical Service and Construction Supervisors

Motor vehicle fatalities are on the rise each year, with most accidents stemming from unsafe driving, substance abuse, insufficient driver training, and poor vehicle maintenance. MCAA’s Fleet Safety for Mechanical Service and Construction Supervisors gives supervisors the tools to address this growing crisis by improving fleet safety through better training programs, stricter maintenance protocols, and enhanced driver monitoring systems. It’s just one of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

This video will help your supervisors understand:

  • How to properly screen their drivers
  • The components of effective driver training
  • How to monitor driver behavior and
  • How to ensure proper inspection and maintenance of the company’s fleet
Download or play the video

Explore the full range of resources using the blue Find A Resource bar on our website or browse our collection of 700+ safety and health resources.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Raffi Elchemmas.

Resource Highlight: MCAA’s Spanish-Language Safety Training Resources

Data shows that 34% of construction workers are Spanish speakers, the largest of any industry in the U.S. MCAA’s Spanish-Language Safety Training Resources deliver ready-made training for Spanish speakers, with topics ranging from mental health to PPE. They’re just a few of MCAA’s educational resources that are free to MCAA members as a benefit of membership.

MCAA’s current Spanish-language training resources, and their English-language counterparts, are:

Mental Health Awareness & Suicide Prevention Resources

PPE Demo Series

MCAA/CNA Microlearning Safety Video Series

  • Worker Personal Health to Help Prevent Musculoskeletal Injuries: Spanish | English
  • Safe Lifting Technique to Help Prevent Musculoskeletal Injuries: Spanish | English
  • Proper Material Staging to Help Prevent Musculoskeletal Injuries: Spanish | English
  • Refraining from Distracted Driving to Help Prevent Motor Vehicle Collisions: Spanish | English 

MCAA Microlearning Safety Videos

Worker Safety Training Videos & Accompanying Resources

Supervisor Safety Training Videos

Toolbox Safety Talks & Tailgate Safety Talks

Explore the full range of resources using the blue Find A Resource bar on our website or browse our collection of 700+ safety and health resources.

Have Questions or Need Personal Assistance?

Contact MCAA’s Raffi Elchemmas.

Prepare for Opioid Emergencies in the Workplace & Save on NARCAN®

MCAA is committed to ensuring that safety and preparedness are within reach for every employee. Now MCAA and Safety Alliance members can save on NARCAN®, a life-saving opioid overdose reversal medication. See the flier for details and a QR code with additional information and resources. Act fast – the discount is only good until March 14, 2025.

2024 MCAA Safety Professional of the Year Announced… Sereno Steindl, Bassett Mechanical

During the annual Safety & Health Conference in Fort Lauderdale, FL, MCAA and MILWAUKEE TOOL announced the winner of the 2024 Safety Professional of the Year as Sereno Steindl of Bassett Mechanical.

Now in its 7th year, this award is presented annually to a mechanical industry safety and health professional who has led their company to achieve an exceptionally high degree of safety excellence.

Sereno showed incredible backing from his organization, earning support from leadership and subordinates on his mission to empower workers, create leaders, and implement innovations to save lives. He is the Director of Safety for Bassett Mechanical.

“Sereno’s unwavering commitment to safety and innovation serves as a beacon for the entire industry. By constantly elevating standards and prioritizing the well-being of his team, Sereno not only drives excellence at Bassett Mechanical but also shapes a future where safety is the cornerstone of success. His dedication is a true testament to the power of leadership that transforms both people and processes.” said Raffi Elchemmas, MCAA’s Executive Director of Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

In addition to the announcement at the Safety & Health Conference, Sereno will be receiving this award at the MCAA25 convention in Austin, TX, in March. MCAA congratulates Sereno Steindl and Bassett Mechanical.

NEW MCAA Video Highlights Electrical Safety for the Mechanical Construction and Service Industry

There are more than 30,000 non-fatal electrical accidents and approximately 1,000 deaths as a result of an electrical injury in the United States every year. Many of these occur in the mechanical construction and service industry. Year after year, electrocutions remain one of the top four leading causes of death among the construction trades.

MCAA’s new Electrical Safety Video for the Mechanical Construction and Service Industry highlights how can you avoid becoming one of these statistics by:

  • Understanding the electrical concepts of path to ground and path of least resistance
  • Keeping your powered equipment in good working order
  • Using Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (or GFCIs) when necessary
  • Recognizing work situations that are particularly hazardous and knowing how to handle them safely

This video is available in both English and Spanish, part of MCAA’s continued commitment to adding Spanish-language safety resources to help ensure the safety of all our industry’s workers.

For additional safety and health videos and a list of all 700+ mechanical industry safety and health resources available from MCAA, click here.

If you have questions, please contact Raffi Elchemmas, MCAA’s Executive Director of Safety, Health, and Risk Management.

Highlights from MCAA, SMACNA & TAUC’s 2025 Safety & Health Conference

Last week, the construction industry came together at the 2025 Safety & Health Conference, where over 500 safety and health professionals from the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA), the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), and The Association of Union Contractors (TAUC) reaffirmed their commitment to advancing safety and health across the trades.

Attendees engaged in 35 hours of education and training, highlighted by a powerful presentation from father-daughter duo Brad Livingston and Kayla Rath on The Ripple Effect—a compelling message about the lasting impact of jobsite accidents.

In a collective effort to give back, our blood drive contributed 30 pints toward the national blood shortage, and together, we raised $7,500 for the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention, an organization dedicated to supporting the well-being of the men and women in our field.

The conference also featured 40 exhibitors, including industry leaders such as MILWAUKEE TOOL, Little Giant Ladder, Tyfoom, ClickSafety, Procore, DeWalt, Hilti, and ServiceTitan.

A special session brought insights from MCAA President Rick Gopparth, SMACNA President Tom Martin Jr., and TAUC President Justin Bruce, reinforcing our shared commitment to safety and health.

At MCAA, SMACNA, and TAUC, the safety and well-being of our workers, teams, and companies remain our top priority. We look forward to strengthening our collaboration and advancing industry safety in the years ahead.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Safety & Health Conference, taking place January 12-15, 2026, in Austin, Texas—we look forward to seeing you there!

Last Call: MCAA and Partners Industrial Head Protection Study – Your Participation Can Help Save Lives

Workplace head injuries remain a significant concern in the construction industry. To address this, the John R. Gentille Foundation (JRGF), ELECTRI International, the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), and The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC) have partnered with the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab on a study to improve industrial helmet safety. The success of this research depends on industry participation to provide real-world data on workplace head injuries for use in developing test protocols. Help advance helmet technology, reduce the risk of traumatic brain injuries, and make a lasting impact on worker safety. Take the survey today!

Survey Will Provide Valuable Industry Insights

To conduct tests representative of real-world head impacts experienced in an industrial setting, researchers need to learn how industrial workers get injured on a job site. Information such as the injuries incurred, approximate fall height, fall surface, head impact location, and the head impact surface are crucial in reconstructing these scenarios in a laboratory setting. This information is being collected in a short survey that allows individuals to anonymously describe workplace injuries and “near-misses” that will provide us with the data necessary to perform laboratory testing. We ask that you help us by distributing the survey to your workforce to help us collect this information. 

We understand this information is extremely sensitive, and companies or individuals may be reluctant to share their experiences. As such, the entire survey will remain completely confidential and anonymous. No identifiable personal (i.e., name, date, contact information, location) or company information will be collected, and all data will be stored securely at Virginia Tech. Further, Virginia Tech researchers will not know which companies and organizations that JRGF, TAUC, ASCC, and Electri distributed this memo and survey to. JRGF, TAUC, ASCC, and ELECTRI International will not have access to the survey responses. Survey responses will go directly to Virginia Tech, and no data will be shared outside of the researchers involved in the study. 

If you, the company or organization, are willing to share additional information or data about workplace injuries; specifically, accident reports, images, or surveillance video of workplace injuries would be extremely valuable to the research. Any shared report or video would be completely de-identified and treated as highly confidential. If willing, please use this form to submit files. 

Thank you for your consideration and help with this important research that will ultimately reduce traumatic brain injuries and deaths in the workplace. 

Survey Available in English and Spanish

The survey is available in both English and Spanish to reach as many workers as possible. Help advance helmet technology, reduce the risk of traumatic brain injuries, and make a lasting impact on worker safety. Take the survey today!

ENGLISH SURVEY
SPANISH SURVEY

Last Call: Showcase Your Company’s 2024 Successes & Apply for the MCAA/CNA Safety Excellence Awards

MCAA and long-time safety partner CNA bring you the prestigious MCAA/CNA Safety Excellence Awards Program. The annual awards honor MCAA member companies’ successful safety programs and innovative safety initiatives because nothing is more important than the health and safety of our workers. Take a moment to celebrate your company’s successes – apply today!

To be eligible to win, a company needs to submit an application by January 20, 2025 describing:

  • Their safety and health program in 2024 and why it believes it deserves the award; and
  • An innovation that helped it achieve a high degree of safety excellence during the year.

Companies will be divided into five categories by number of hours worked, and a winner will be chosen in each category. Each winner will receive national recognition and an attractive glass award for display.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Raffi Elchemmas.

APPLY NOW

MCAA and Partners Industrial Head Protection Study – Your Participation Can Help Save Lives

Workplace head injuries remain a significant concern in the construction industry. To address this, the John R. Gentille Foundation (JRGF), ELECTRI International, the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), and The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC) have partnered with the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab on a study to improve industrial helmet safety. The success of this research depends on industry participation to provide real-world data on workplace head injuries for use in developing test protocols. Help advance helmet technology, reduce the risk of traumatic brain injuries, and make a lasting impact on worker safety. Take the survey today!

Survey Will Provide Valuable Industry Insights

To conduct tests representative of real-world head impacts experienced in an industrial setting, researchers need to learn how industrial workers get injured on a job site. Information such as the injuries incurred, approximate fall height, fall surface, head impact location, and the head impact surface are crucial in reconstructing these scenarios in a laboratory setting. This information is being collected in a short survey that allows individuals to anonymously describe workplace injuries and “near-misses” that will provide us with the data necessary to perform laboratory testing. We ask that you help us by distributing the survey to your workforce to help us collect this information. 

We understand this information is extremely sensitive, and companies or individuals may be reluctant to share their experiences. As such, the entire survey will remain completely confidential and anonymous. No identifiable personal (i.e., name, date, contact information, location) or company information will be collected, and all data will be stored securely at Virginia Tech. Further, Virginia Tech researchers will not know which companies and organizations that JRGF, TAUC, ASCC, and Electri distributed this memo and survey to. JRGF, TAUC, ASCC, and ELECTRI International will not have access to the survey responses. Survey responses will go directly to Virginia Tech, and no data will be shared outside of the researchers involved in the study. 

If you, the company or organization, are willing to share additional information or data about workplace injuries; specifically, accident reports, images, or surveillance video of workplace injuries would be extremely valuable to the research. Any shared report or video would be completely de-identified and treated as highly confidential. If willing, please use this form to submit files. 

Thank you for your consideration and help with this important research that will ultimately reduce traumatic brain injuries and deaths in the workplace. 

Survey Available in English and Spanish

The survey is available in both English and Spanish to reach as many workers as possible. Help advance helmet technology, reduce the risk of traumatic brain injuries, and make a lasting impact on worker safety. Take the survey today!

ENGLISH SURVEY
SPANISH SURVEY

Showcase Your Company’s 2024 Successes & Apply for the MCAA/CNA Safety Excellence Awards

MCAA and long-time safety partner CNA bring you the prestigious MCAA/CNA Safety Excellence Awards Program. The annual awards honor MCAA member companies’ successful safety programs and innovative safety initiatives because nothing is more important than the health and safety of our workers. Take a moment to celebrate your company’s successes – apply today!

To be eligible to win, a company needs to submit an application by January 20, 2025 describing:

  • Their safety and health program in 2024 and why it believes it deserves the award; and
  • An innovation that helped it achieve a high degree of safety excellence during the year.

Companies will be divided into five categories by number of hours worked, and a winner will be chosen in each category. Each winner will receive national recognition and an attractive glass award for display.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Raffi Elchemmas.

APPLY NOW

MCAA and Partners Industrial Head Protection Study – Your Participation Can Help Save Lives

Workplace head injuries remain a significant concern in the construction industry. To address this, the John R. Gentille Foundation (JRGF), ELECTRI International, the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), and The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC) have partnered with the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab on a study to improve industrial helmet safety. The success of this research depends on industry participation to provide real-world data on workplace head injuries for use in developing test protocols. Help advance helmet technology, reduce the risk of traumatic brain injuries, and make a lasting impact on worker safety. Take the survey today!

Survey Will Provide Valuable Industry Insights

To conduct tests representative of real-world head impacts experienced in an industrial setting, researchers need to learn how industrial workers get injured on a job site. Information such as the injuries incurred, approximate fall height, fall surface, head impact location, and the head impact surface are crucial in reconstructing these scenarios in a laboratory setting. This information is being collected in a short survey that allows individuals to anonymously describe workplace injuries and “near-misses” that will provide us with the data necessary to perform laboratory testing. We ask that you help us by distributing the survey to your workforce to help us collect this information. 

We understand this information is extremely sensitive, and companies or individuals may be reluctant to share their experiences. As such, the entire survey will remain completely confidential and anonymous. No identifiable personal (i.e., name, date, contact information, location) or company information will be collected, and all data will be stored securely at Virginia Tech. Further, Virginia Tech researchers will not know which companies and organizations that JRGF, TAUC, ASCC, and Electri distributed this memo and survey to. JRGF, TAUC, ASCC, and ELECTRI International will not have access to the survey responses. Survey responses will go directly to Virginia Tech, and no data will be shared outside of the researchers involved in the study. 

If you, the company or organization, are willing to share additional information or data about workplace injuries; specifically, accident reports, images, or surveillance video of workplace injuries would be extremely valuable to the research. Any shared report or video would be completely de-identified and treated as highly confidential. If willing, please use this form to submit files. 

Thank you for your consideration and help with this important research that will ultimately reduce traumatic brain injuries and deaths in the workplace. 

Survey Available in English and Spanish

The survey is available in both English and Spanish to reach as many workers as possible. Help advance helmet technology, reduce the risk of traumatic brain injuries, and make a lasting impact on worker safety. Take the survey today!

ENGLISH SURVEY
SPANISH SURVEY