On July 1, Ernest D. Menold, Inc. held a Heat Safety Stand Down at its Lester, PA shop, reinforcing the importance of jobsite wellness during extreme temperatures. GBCA Safety Consultant Jim McGugan led the session, offering practical guidance on how crews can stay safe in the summer heat.
The discussion covered key prevention strategies to avoid heat-related illnesses, including the need for consistent hydration, taking scheduled breaks in shaded areas, and identifying early warning signs of heat exhaustion and dehydration.
