On most construction job sites, safety is measured in hard hats, harnesses and hazard controls. But industry leaders are increasingly recognizing another risk that doesn’t appear on inspection checklists: the mental and emotional load carried by workers.Scott Evans, a suicide survivor with nearly a decade of experience in ready-mix concrete, uses the term "Invisible PPE" to frame mental health as part of job site safety. The concept recognizes stress, fatigue and emotional strain as factors that can affect focus, decision-making and overall wellbeing, all of which influence safety on the job site.Mental health is a safety matterIt’s easy to spot
