Laborers' Health & Safety Fund of North America

The Fund's Industrial Hygienist, Nate Schreiber, recently attended an extreme heat summit at the White House. He was able to share best practices on mitigating the effects of extreme heat on workers and participate in discussions about building cooler, more heat-resilient communities. https://lnkd.in/e5J_iDHt

Recovery from any behavioral health issue is a personal journey and looks different for everyone. We spoke with the Eastern Region’s Assistant Regional Manager, Bernard Callegari, about his long, winding road to recovery from addiction. Read the interview here: https://lnkd.in/euqvnyAs

PLAs help ensure timely, effective and safe completion of construction projects. Under the Biden-Harris administration, PLAs became mandatory for all federal construction contracts exceeding $35 million, a huge win for construction workers everywhere. This is one of the issues at stake in this election. Stay informed and support candidates who support you. https://lnkd.in/eKUrfVWg #Vote #Election2024 #Vote2024

Every year, two million construction workers in the U.S. are exposed to silica dust, which can do serious damage to your lungs. Watch for more on how employers and workers can control this dangerous exposure. #LungHealthDay #LungHealthMonth

Jamie Becker, Director of Health Promotion for the LHSFNA, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss National Drug Take Back Day, peer support programs and the LEAN LIUNA program.

Today, LIUNA and the LHSFNA held their annual flu shot clinic and health fair. GST Michael F. Sabitoni, LHSFNA Executive Director Lisa M. Sabitoni and headquarters staff showed up and got their shots to protect themselves, family and friends. Schedule your flu shot appointment today to protect yourself and those you care about. 💉

Health Promotion Director Jamie Becker, Health & Welfare Specialist Matthew Brown and Health Promotion Manager Emily Vollmer had the honor of speaking to the LIUNA Leadership III class about the health and welfare funds and the various ways LIUNA leaders can support their members' health and well-being.

Health fairs provide LIUNA members and their families with health care screenings and other services they might not otherwise get. Show your members you care and schedule a health fair today: https://lnkd.in/eaDezFsG

Tune in this Thursday! The Fund's Jamie Becker will be discussing action items your organization can take to support suicide prevention efforts year round. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eZwt68uc

At the LHSFNA, we're aware that safe, healthy and empowering work environments can support good mental health. That's why we're intensifying our efforts to support members with the launch of #LEANLIUNA, an initiative designed to help Laborers overcome mental health challenges and other forms of adversity. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eYgHFwVy #WorldMentalHealthDay