In recent years, ALP has received a lot of positive attention for work addressing the issue of silicosis within the construction industry. “A lot of people say we’re leading the way,” Aaron says. “In the last two years they’ve changed the legislation for silica dust in regard to increased risk from silicosis,” he explains. He says that with their line of work being dangerous due to the concrete dust workers are exposed to company leadership is taking this “extremely seriously.” ALP provides expensive, top-ofthe-line protective gear for their employees along with silica training opportunities on-site. “The older boys are teaching the next generation,” Aaron says. Kristen Askew, health and safety advisor at Another Level Patching, agrees, saying she hears positive comments about Focus on Health and Safety APRIL 2024
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