Health, Safety, and Construction Site Wellness w/ Doug LaPlante & Natalie Centeno

In this episode, Doug welcomes Natalie Centeno, MS, LAT, ATC, a licensed athletic trainer and certified health and nutrition coach at Pivot Onsite Innovations, an Athletico company. Natalie shares her expertise on the essential role of wellness programs in the construction industry, highlighting the innovative work being done to support workers’ health and well-being on site.

With over two decades of experience, Pivot Onsite Innovations has been transforming workplace health outcomes through proven healthcare, prevention, and performance solutions. Natalie discusses how their team of occupational health specialists collaborates with employers to customize programs that reduce injuries, enhance safety cultures, and mitigate workers’ compensation costs, resulting in a healthier and more productive workforce.

Throughout the episode, Natalie emphasizes the importance of treating workers as “industrial athletes,” providing injury prevention, care, and education tailored to their unique needs. She highlights initiatives like daily stretching routines, nutrition challenges, and mental health resources that promote overall well-being. Additionally, Natalie addresses the critical issue of heat illness prevention and the proactive measures taken on site to ensure worker safety.

If you’re interested in learning how wellness can be effectively integrated into high-risk environments like construction, this episode is a must-listen!

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