Michael Malone moved to Australia eight years ago, seeking work in construction. Unfortunately when a recession swept through his homeland of Ireland, Michael was left without a job. Without knowing where the decision to move Down Under would take him, it was Michael’s resilience and passion for construction that sealed the deal.

Monika went through some soul-searching before deciding what to do next, inspired, in part, by a strong family history in the trades. She is now studying a Certificate IV in Building and Construction with Builders Academy Australia, as well as working as a Building Support Coordinator with JG King Homes, managing residential projects.

Whether you’re just starting out in the construction industry or you’re looking to up your game, you’ll need to know all about construction site safety. In this blog, we’ll discuss why safety is so important and let you in on the top five need-to-knows.