Mónika Serrano and Jessica Mederson talk to three entrepreneurs about their solutions to problems the construction industry faces on the job site, particurarly in the face of extreme heat, poor air conditions, and lack of water. They first talk to Zachary Kiehl, CEO and principal engineer of VigiLife, a connected health and safety technology company dedicated to protecting and enriching the lives of individuals at risk through innovative solutions. Then Mónika and Jessica speak with Tracie Wagman, CEO of ColdVest, a company dedicated to expanding its life-saving cooling technology worldwide. Finally, Jessica and Mónika talk to Andrew Crimston, creator of WashBox, a tool wash system that uses its own recycled water to provide tool washing for ALL construction trades.

Links to their companies and other issues discussed on the show are below:

WASHBOX | Sustainable Tool Wash Technology for Trades

ColdVest | Fast, Effective Heatstroke Relief | Portable Emergency Treatment

Our Company | VigiLife

A business case for protecting workers from extreme heat - Fast Company

Research Promotes Deeper Understanding of Impact of Heat Stress Mitigation Measures in Construction | Insights | Turner Construction Company

High Temperatures Increase Workers’ Injury Risk, Whether They’re Outdoors or Inside

The Heat Will Kill You First - Wikipedia