Saturday, December 4, 2021 Women in Construction A 10-part series exploring best practices to recruit and retain women in the construction workplace Newsletters Alberta Local 63 BC Local 68 Manitoba Local 152 Ontario Construction Saskatchewan Local 151 Sectors Construction Best Practice #4 – Provide a Comprehensive Site and Safety Orientation New female employees on construction sites may be unfamiliar with safety practices on the site. A welcoming environment for women on site means providing a complete and comprehensive safety orientation. Be sure to check in on new employees at the start and end of their shift during their first week of employment. New recruits may be reluctant to approach supervisors with questions or concerns because they don’t want to bring attention to the fact that they don’t know the answer. Encourage open communication and take the time to answer any questions. This is vital to retaining new hires. 5 Things to Include on Site and Safety Orientation A site map showing key locations (e.g. washrooms, muster areas, medical shacks, emergency equipment, break rooms, lockers) A comprehensive tour of the work site Key emergency contact information Expectations regarding the new employee’s role, specific safety and work procedures, and relevant performance standards or policies Acceptable standards of attire and conduct. You might be interested in Why We Work Safely 5 Jun 2026 Standing Your Ground, and Staying Steady on the Job 4 Jun 2026 CLAC Partners with Alberta Government to Advance Skilled Trades Training and Accelerate Certification 4 Jun 2026 Strathcona Mechanical Workers Ratify New Agreement Providing Wage, Scheduling Improvements 3 Jun 2026