RUGGED Toolkit

RUGGED Preparation and Prevention: Catch It Early, Know the Warning Signs

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:28:13 -0400

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.

RUGGED UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Healthy Habits That Help Reduce Cancer Risk

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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.

RUGGED UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Check Your Skin for Changes

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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.

RUGGED UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Protect Your Skin from the Sun

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:45:41 -0400

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.

RUGGED UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month — Skin Cancer: Know Your Risk

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:46:48 -0400

Many trades professionals spend hours outdoors where UV exposure is unavoidable, making sun protection an important part of the workday.

Men's Health Month: Building a Culture of Health — Speak Up and Support Others

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:15:31 -0400

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.

Men's Health Month: Healthy Habits — Small Changes for Better Heart Health

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:30:22 -0400

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.

Men's Health Month: Mind Matters — Taking Care of Your Mental Health

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:58:10 -0400

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 health.

Men's Health Month: Get Checked — Why Preventive Care Matters

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Throughout the month, RUGGED Mind and Body will be sharing education, resources, and practical tips from established sources to help trades professionals take care of their physical and mental health.

RUGGED Mind and Body Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit Part 4 — AI and Mental Health in the Trades: A Tool for Support, Not a Replacement

Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AI tools are becoming more common and can offer quick, private support during a busy workday. For trades professionals working under pressure and tight schedules, that convenience may be appealing. However, AI is not a mental health professional, and understanding its limits is important.

RUGGED Mind and Body Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit Part 3: Stigma in the Trades

Tue, 19 May 2026 14:40:19 -0400

The third article in this series looks at breaking the stigma around mental health and why conversations in the trades matter.

RUGGED Mind and Body Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit Part 2: Managing Fatigue and Burnout in Physically Demanding Work

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Read on for practical information and tips tradespeople can apply in their daily work and life.

RUGGED Mind and Body to Share Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit for Trades Professionals

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Part one focuses on an issue that affects nearly every role in the industry: stress under pressure.