In this episode, I speak with Charity Rose, an Engineering Geologist at AtkinsRéalis and a key member of Bold as Brass, about a critical issue the construction industry has largely ignored. On-site menstrual safety and welfare facilities for women.

Charity specialises in geotechnical engineering but has become a leading voice advocating for equality on construction sites. We discuss the reality of current site facilities, the health and safety risks women face when adequate provisions aren't made, and practical solutions that every site manager and contractor can implement.

This conversation tackles an uncomfortable but essential topic - why basic dignity and safety for women workers matters, what menstrual safety actually looks like in practice, and how proper welfare facilities can help retain more women in our industry.

Topics covered: 

• Current state of welfare facilities on UK construction sites 
• Bold as Brass and how to get involved
• Bold as Brass's campaign for properly fitting PPE and facilities 
• Practical solutions for site managers and contractors 
• What Charity's perfect site facilities would look like
• Awareness around menopause
• HSE welfare requirements and where the gaps are 
• Breaking down stigma around menstrual health discussions
• And our usual round of 'Nonsense Questions'

🌐 Connect with Charity: 

📌 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charity-rose-b7b5ba167/ 

📌 Bold as Brass - Tribe - Women & Tribe Women Only: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12683758/ 

📌 Bold as Brass Allies and All Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12721909/

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