Safety gear is supposed to protect us but for many women in construction, trades, and beyond, it's doing the opposite.
In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, Mick Hawes speaks with Amy Rooser, founder of The Safety Rack, about the widespread problem of ill-fitting PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and why it's putting women at risk every single day.
You'll hear:
– Why most women lack properly fitting PPE
– Injury stories from loose vests, gloves, and boots
– How poor fit causes accidents and strain
– The wider impact across multiple industries
– What's being done to drive change
This episode is a wake-up call for builders, tradies, site managers, and anyone who cares about workplace safety, women in trades, and the future of the construction industry.
Resources:
– The Safety Rack → https://thesafetyrack.org
– Builder Freedom Readiness Scorecard → https://bit.ly/Builder-Freedom-Readiness-Scorecard
Stay tuned next week when we talk about it. So, don't forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, stay healthy.
