Video: NCCER’s The Builders’ Briefing | Building Safer Workplaces from Day One

The Builders Briefing webinar focused on building safer workplaces through effective safety training and culture development in the construction industry.

The panel, including Melanie Thomas, Mark Kozloski, and Brian Ronfrey, discussed strategies for new hire safety training, emphasizing the importance of early engagement, consistent reinforcement, and supervisor involvement.

They explored ways to balance production demands with safety practices, highlighting the value of integrating safety into daily work planning and using leading indicators for proactive risk management.

The discussion also covered the alignment between NCCER's safety curriculum and BCSP certifications, which provides clear career pathways for construction professionals.

The panelists shared insights on building a strong safety culture, emphasizing leadership visibility, employee involvement, and consistent enforcement of safety protocols.

The webinar concluded with a brief discussion on engaging workers who speak English as a second language, highlighting the need for construction-specific language training resources.