When we think of risks at our jobs, we usually think of physical dangers like falls, equipment accidents, etc. But we often skip over the dangers people can’t see. Anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide are just as risky for worker safety.

A 2020 study showed that 83% of construction workers have faced a mental health issue, and the construction industry has the highest suicide rate of any industry, with 53 suicides per 100,000 workers.

At GCON, mental health is just as important as wearing your daily safety gear! We strive to create a place where everyone is comfortable asking for help.

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As we begin Construction Suicide Prevention Week, GCON is dedicated to creating a workplace where mental health is always a priority. Working in construction brings unique pressures and challenges that can affect mental wellbeing.

That’s why we offer free, confidential mental health support to all GCON employees because no one should have to face these struggles alone. This week, and every week, let’s come together to create a healthy, supportive environment.

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Come see us this week at the 8th Annual GC Expo hosted by The American Subcontractors Association of Arizona (ASA), Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA) and Associated Minority Contractors of Arizona (AMCA).

This event gives contractors all over the state a chance to network and collaborate. This year’s expo will be held at the Mesa Convention Center this Thursday, August 1st with general admission starting at 1:00 pm. Stop by our booth to say hi! 🤗🚧

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Happy National Intern Day! Today we celebrate the drive, creativity, and hard work of GCON’s 2024 Summer Intern class! 🌟 Your fresh perspectives and eagerness to learn make a huge difference every day. Keep pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. We are so thankful to have you as team members today and all other days! 🤗

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To wrap up National Safety Month, we would like to highlight another member of our safety team. Chad Davies, Safety Engineer has been influential to our program with his efforts in recycling. He has sought national recyclers for most construction materials on our job sites.

“I have a lifetime in construction. I grew up in Ohio building houses with my father as a young boy and through my teenage years,” said Chad. After college, Chad says that he wore all the different hats in construction - carpet installer, framer, roofer, plumber, electrician, superintendent to owning his own company as a General Contractor for 14 years. “A couple of years ago I had a very bad injury to my shoulder that required surgery on five (5) different areas of my shoulder. I was forced into a lot of down time and decided it was time to get my resume out there. I found this to be a great opportunity to expand my horizons and experience, so I looked into safety.” Chad saw safety as a great way to advance his experience, driving his career forward in the construction industry. This was when he found GCON and knew it was the perfect fit for him.

While Chad enjoys what he does, he says it can have its challenges, “It’s these challenges that make the job interesting. Building the respect of the workers on site is the most rewarding part of the job. There are always going to be workers that are not following protocol, not paying attention, or are just having a bad day. Being able to approach these situations and turn them into a positive is a skill that safety personnel need to have.” The best part of the day for Chad is being able to send his crews home just as they arrived, “Knowing that everyone is going home at the end of the day with no injuries, and no incidents because of the solid safety program and support you are a part of brings great satisfaction.”

Something that Chad learned very early on was that the perception of safety personnel could be seen as ‘Safety Police’, “This presents a big challenge when making sure that the subs and their workers are following the protocol. I was lucky to have been mentored by Martin Lopez, Jim Bracke, Jesse Meneses

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