What is the Future of Worker Safety in the Construction Industry? | LED Lighting Supply

Construction safety isn’t just a regulation; it’s the foundation of every successful project.In this #podcast episode, we sit down with Mike Maloney of ABC® Massachusetts and Gould Construction Institute to explore the critical role of construction safety, training, and the current state of trades careers.From apprenticeship programs to the latest OSHA requirements, Mike shares how today’s commercial construction contractors can protect workers, fill the labor shortage, and grow their businesses responsibly.Topics we cover:00:13 – Introduction: Mike Maloney02:51 – Apprenticeship programs and worker training10:18 – How to become an instructor and maximize worker construction safety13:25 – Workforce shortages in construction27:42 – Improve worker safety on job sites through proper training37:16 – Scholarships and opportunities for commercial construction contractors and apprenticesLinks from the show: 💡 Learn more about ABC® Massachusetts: https://www.abcma.org🎓 Explore Gould Construction Institute: https://www.gwgci.org 🎧 Listen to The Build Zone Podcast: https://www.abcma.org/Membership/The-Build-Zone-Podcast Connect with Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-maloney-7294811a2/ 🎥 WATCH - Explore a Career in the Trades: Skilled Trades Shortage: What Students & Instructors Need To Know | The Project Advantage Podcast📩 Request a FREE Lighting or Fan Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/ceiling-fan-layout 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers