PROS REPS RUGGED MIND & BODY https://www.phcppros.com/rss en-us The American Heart Association initiative aims to improve cardiovascular health and CPR readiness among Lowcountry construction workers The American Heart Association initiative aims to improve cardiovascular health and CPR readiness among Lowcountry construction workers

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24218 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:02:11 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24218-hard-hats-with-heart-brings-construction-industry-together-for-worker-wellness Hard Hats.jpg The agreement brings together two organizations with a shared commitment to improving the lives and safety of the men and women who build America. The agreement brings together two organizations with a shared commitment to improving the lives and safety of the men and women who build America.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24215 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:42:59 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24215-ciasp-safety-and-health-announce-historic-partnership-to-advance-mental-health-suicide-prevention-and-worker-safety-across-construction CIASP, Health and Safety.jpg The Constructing the Path to Suicide Prevention Act would authorize a national study through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to collect data on the unique suicide risk factors facing construction workers that can be used to inform future suicide prevention programming. The Constructing the Path to Suicide Prevention Act would authorize a national study through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to collect data on the unique suicide risk factors facing construction workers that can be used to inform future suicide prevention programming.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24210 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:17:54 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24210-senators-introduce-legislation-to-support-construction-worker-mental-health US Capitol.jpg The annual SPOTY awards recognize outstanding safety professionals who demonstrate leadership, innovation and measurable impact in advancing workplace safety during their careers. The annual SPOTY awards recognize outstanding safety professionals who demonstrate leadership, innovation and measurable impact in advancing workplace safety during their careers.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24197 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:55:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24197-j-j-keller-announces-2026-safety-professional-of-the-year-award-winners J. J. Keller Announces 2026 Safety Professional of the Year Award Winners.webp Some workplace risks can be eliminated or reduced through planning and design; Others require practical tools that help you recognize when demands are building and respond early. Some workplace risks can be eliminated or reduced through planning and design; Others require practical tools that help you recognize when demands are building and respond early.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24222 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24222-rugged-preparation-and-prevention-prevention-tools-that-protect-the-body-and-mind RUGGED Preparation and Prevention- Prevention Tools That Protect the Body and Mind.jpg The partnerships provide live, on-demand, confidential mental health support for employees working in an industry where long hours, high-pressure environments, physically demanding work and stigma surrounding mental health often prevent individuals from seeking help. The partnerships provide live, on-demand, confidential mental health support for employees working in an industry where long hours, high-pressure environments, physically demanding work and stigma surrounding mental health often prevent individuals from seeking help.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24212 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24212-counslr-expands-across-construction-sector-with-new-partnerships-to-address-industry-mental-health-challenges Counslr Expands Across Construction Sector with New Partnerships to Address Industry Mental Health Challenges.jpg Join MCAA, SMACNA, and TAUC for the premier construction safety event of the year. Join MCAA, SMACNA, and TAUC for the premier construction safety event of the year.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24132 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:21:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24132-registration-now-open-for-the-2027-safety-and-health-conference Registration Now Open for 2027 Safety & Health Conference.jpg Historically in New York City, construction workers have had among the highest rate of fatal drug overdoses of any profession, making overdose prevention and awareness especially critical for the city's construction industry. Historically in New York City, construction workers have had among the highest rate of fatal drug overdoses of any profession, making overdose prevention and awareness especially critical for the city's construction industry.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24213 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24213-new-york-city-conducts-overdose-prevention-outreach-to-construction-workers New York City Conducts Overdose Prevention Outreach to Construction Workers.jpg Creating a workplace where people know how to recognize signs of concern, start a conversation and connect someone with appropriate resources can make prevention part of how the crew looks out for one another. Creating a workplace where people know how to recognize signs of concern, start a conversation and connect someone with appropriate resources can make prevention part of how the crew looks out for one another.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24221 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24221-rugged-preparation-and-prevention-early-action-supports-the-crew RUGGED Preparation and Prevention- Early Action Supports the Crew.jpg Knowing where to turn for support, consistently using the protections available to you and building habits that support your health can help you act earlier rather than waiting until a problem becomes harder to manage. Knowing where to turn for support, consistently using the protections available to you and building habits that support your health can help you act earlier rather than waiting until a problem becomes harder to manage.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24219 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24219-rugged-preparation-and-prevention-prepare-before-the-pressure-builds RUGGED Prepare 2.jpg In the trades, strength, reliability and hard work are valued traits. But mental health is just as important as physical health. Work demands, family responsibilities, financial pressures and everyday stress can all affect mental well-being. In the trades, strength, reliability and hard work are valued traits. But mental health is just as important as physical health. Work demands, family responsibilities, financial pressures and everyday stress can all affect mental well-being.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23979 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23979-mens-health-building-a-culture-of-support 1_Recognizing.jpg Schizophrenia affects more than 3 million adults in the United States, yet many people don’t know what schizophrenia or psychosis looks like — or what to do when they notice changes in someone they care about. Schizophrenia affects more than 3 million adults in the United States, yet many people don’t know what schizophrenia or psychosis looks like — or what to do when they notice changes in someone they care about.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23978 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23978-q-and-a-understanding-schizophrenia-and-psychosis Rouse.jpg In the trades, most owners learn a simple lesson early: Good work gets rewarded with more work. You start out in the field. You solve problems. Customers trust you. In the trades, most owners learn a simple lesson early: Good work gets rewarded with more work. You start out in the field. You solve problems. Customers trust you.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23976 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23976-more-than-a-paycheck-what-the-next-generation-actually-wants-from-the-trades iStock-2225642673.jpg Upon entering my office at work, you’ll see a placard with the following succinct statements: Be impeccable with your word. Don’t take anything personally. Don’t make assumptions. Always do your best. Upon entering my office at work, you’ll see a placard with the following succinct statements: Be impeccable with your word. Don’t take anything personally. Don’t make assumptions. Always do your best.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23975 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23975-the-four-agreements-a-blueprint-for-safety-on-the-jobsite iStock-2199351006_1.jpg People working in the plumbing and water industries solve problems every day, often under pressure. They are called when something fails, when a customer needs answers or when a job has to be completed safely. People working in the plumbing and water industries solve problems every day, often under pressure. They are called when something fails, when a customer needs answers or when a job has to be completed safely. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23974 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23974-stronger-skills-stronger-teams-stronger-trades Rugged article Aug_B (2).jpg After surviving heroin addiction and an abusive relationship, Alayna Chavez was looking for a way to start over. Then, she saw a flyer for trade school. After surviving heroin addiction and an abusive relationship, Alayna Chavez was looking for a way to start over. Then, she saw a flyer for trade school.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23973 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23973-turning-the-page-a-flyer-and-a-fresh-start PXL_20251011_185425735.MP Alayna chavez.jpg Hardon's journey is a testament to the determination, grit and strength that define the trades. Hardon's journey is a testament to the determination, grit and strength that define the trades.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/24006 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:28:50 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/24006-rugged-resilience-spotlight-marty-hardon Marty Hardon.png This month, RUGGED Mind and Body is focusing on preparation and prevention, sharing education, resources and practical strategies from established health and safety organizations to help trades professionals protect their long-term physical and mental health. This month, RUGGED Mind and Body is focusing on preparation and prevention, sharing education, resources and practical strategies from established health and safety organizations to help trades professionals protect their long-term physical and mental health.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23988 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:28:13 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23988-rugged-preparation-and-prevention-catch-it-early-know-the-warning-signs RUGGED Preparation and Prevention Catch It Early, Know the Warning Signs.jpg The event will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 3rd St. Market Hall during the week of PHCC CONNECT. The event will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 3rd St. Market Hall during the week of PHCC CONNECT. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23943 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:08:34 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23943-rugged-mind-and-body-to-host-next-road-show-in-milwaukee Untitled design - 2026-08-18T180810.760.png Being without air conditioning in the Atlanta heat is stressful enough. But there’s another type of stress that’s easily overlooked. Techs enter the home carrying tools and equipment. Being without air conditioning in the Atlanta heat is stressful enough. But there’s another type of stress that’s easily overlooked. Techs enter the home carrying tools and equipment.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23855 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23855-dayco-systems-offers-sensory-inclusive-service Kulture_RibCut-2.jpg While protecting your skin from the sun is an important way to reduce your risk of skin cancer, there are other healthy habits that can lower your risk of developing many types of cancer. While protecting your skin from the sun is an important way to reduce your risk of skin cancer, there are other healthy habits that can lower your risk of developing many types of cancer. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23987 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23987-rugged-uv-safety-and-skin-cancer-awareness-month-healthy-habits-that-help-reduce-cancer-risk RUGGED UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month- Healthy Habits That Help Reduce Cancer Risk.jpg For many people in the trades, years of working outdoors can result in significant ultraviolet exposure. Performing regular skin self-exams can help you recognize changes early, when skin cancer is often easier to treat. For many people in the trades, years of working outdoors can result in significant ultraviolet exposure. Performing regular skin self-exams can help you recognize changes early, when skin cancer is often easier to treat.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23886 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23886-rugged-uv-safety-and-skin-cancer-awareness-month-check-your-skin-for-changes RUGGED UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month- Check Your Skin for Changes.jpg As UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month continues, RUGGED Mind and Body is sharing education, resources, and practical tips from trusted sources to help trades professionals protect their health. As UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month continues, RUGGED Mind and Body is sharing education, resources, and practical tips from trusted sources to help trades professionals protect their health.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23813 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:45:41 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23813-rugged-uv-safety-and-skin-cancer-awareness-month-protect-your-skin-from-the-sun RUGGED UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month- Protect Your Skin from the Sun.jpg Wellness Workdays introduces the BRAVE Certified Workplace program to help construction employers make mental health a core part of workplace safety. Wellness Workdays introduces the BRAVE Certified Workplace program to help construction employers make mental health a core part of workplace safety.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23798 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:33:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23798-wellness-workdays-launches-brave-certified-workplace-program-to-advance-mental-health-and-safety-in-construction-and-industrial-workplaces Wellness Workdays Launches BRAVE Certified Workplace Program to Advance Mental Health and Safety in Construction and Industrial Workplaces.jpg The new campaign helps companies close the gap between compliance and consistent, day-to-day worker visibility. The new campaign helps companies close the gap between compliance and consistent, day-to-day worker visibility. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23782 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:17:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23782-cintas-launches-spot-the-worker-safety-campaign Cintas Launches Spot the Worker Safety Campaign .jpg Many trades professionals spend hours outdoors where UV exposure is unavoidable, making sun protection an important part of the workday. Many trades professionals spend hours outdoors where UV exposure is unavoidable, making sun protection an important part of the workday.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23752 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:46:48 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23752-uv-safety-and-skin-cancer-awareness-month-skin-cancer-know-your-risk UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month — Skin Cancer- Know Your Risk.jpg As Men's Health Month concludes, RUGGED Mind and Body continues to share education, resources, and practical strategies from trusted health organizations to support the well-being of trades professionals. As Men's Health Month concludes, RUGGED Mind and Body continues to share education, resources, and practical strategies from trusted health organizations to support the well-being of trades professionals.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23713 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:15:31 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23713-mens-health-month-building-a-culture-of-health-speak-up-and-support-others Men's Health Month- Building a Culture of Health — Speak Up and Support Others.jpg As Men's Health Month continues, RUGGED Mind and Body is sharing education, resources and practical tips from trusted sources to help trades professionals take care of their physical and mental health. As Men's Health Month continues, RUGGED Mind and Body is sharing education, resources and practical tips from trusted sources to help trades professionals take care of their physical and mental health.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23677 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:30:22 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23677-mens-health-month-healthy-habits-small-changes-for-better-heart-health Men's Health Month- Healthy Habits — Small Changes for Better Heart Health.jpg Watch our highlight reel to hear panelists discuss the impact of burnout, the industry's "grind it out" culture, and the importance of creating workplaces where employees feel supported. Watch our highlight reel to hear panelists discuss the impact of burnout, the industry's "grind it out" culture, and the importance of creating workplaces where employees feel supported. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23641 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:24:06 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23641-rugged-mind-and-body-panel-at-installershow-new-york-2026-addresses-mental-health-workplace-culture-and-sustainability-in-the-trades RUGGED Mind and Body Panel at InstallerSHOW New York 2026 Addresses Mental Health, Workplace Culture, and Sustainability in the Trades.jpg The Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention's virtual event will unite construction professionals, companies and supporters to raise awareness and support mental health initiatives across the industry. The Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention's virtual event will unite construction professionals, companies and supporters to raise awareness and support mental health initiatives across the industry.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23629 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23629-ciasp-announces-september-virtual-5k-to-support-mental-health-and-suicide-prevention CIASP Announces September Virtual 5K to Support Mental Health and Suicide Prevention.jpg