Ep.1117 - If They Can’t Wear Safety Glasses, They Can’t Do Anything

In this podcast we cover:

• Why safety glasses are the best indicator of readiness.
• Why it should be mandatory.
• What it means when people do not wear them.

In this episode, I take a strong stance on one of the simplest yet most telling aspects of safety on a construction site: wearing safety glasses. Too often, leaders make excuses or allow exceptions, and in doing so, they undermine the very foundation of a safe job site. I share why safety glasses are more than protective equipment—they are a litmus test of readiness, training, and attitude.

We explore how refusing to wear safety glasses reveals deeper cultural or behavioral problems and why leaders must hold the line without compromise. I also explain how something as small as consistent PPE enforcement shapes the larger safety culture and protects workers from future risks. If you want to build projects where safety is non-negotiable and culture thrives, this episode will challenge and inspire you to lead differently.

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