Why is Extreme Heat a Risk on Jobsites?

In this video clip, ISN director Duane Duhamel explains the operational and health-related risks of extreme heat on construction sites.

Sep 11, 2023
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ISN director Duane Duhamel provides an overview of the crippling effects of heat-related risks on construction workers.

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