Posts

Showing posts from March, 2020

So, How Are YOU Doing?

Image
Crazy times we're living, right? I've decided not to comment on the issues because there has been such a flood of information out there and I've seen no need to add to it unless it was necessary. I have been monitoring the social media traffic though, and have been noticing a trend that, at least for me, is worrisome. As a construction safety professional, I also see this on my projects and the teams I am a member of at work. I've noticed a lot of sarcasm, spitefulness, short responses and an overall negativity in many of the post comments and other discussions I observe and take part in. This change in tone can be an indicator that someone needs help. Safety and project management personnel are under intense pressure at the moment to provide safe workplaces, support company efforts, answer questions and disseminate accurate and timely information. On the other hand, craft workers are scared. Keeping the recommended 6-foot distance is not always practical, or possible...