Sarah Poirier, Author at Under the Hard Hat

Sarah Poirier

fall protection system on a scaffolding pipe

December 8, 2025

Scaffold fall protection system requirements: OSHA rules and checklist

Scaffold fall protection is mandatory at 10 feet, but contractors who want safer, more efficient jobsites should go beyond OSHA basics. This article breaks down…

Set of various kind of healthy beef jerky

Healthy Food Truck

December 6, 2025

The healthiest jerky options for job site lunches

Sarah Poirier

erky isn’t just a gas station snack anymore. With options like grass-fed beef, venison, turkey, and even plant-based bars, today’s jerky offers clean protein, lower…

Design

December 5, 2025

8 budget-friendly sustainable interior design tips

Sarah Poirier

Creating a sustainable home doesn’t have to be expensive. This guide highlights 8 budget-friendly interior design upgrades that lower energy bills and make your home…

Construction news

December 5, 2025

World’s largest solar panel mural is on Edmonton’s SunRise Tower

Sarah Poirier

Chandos Construction and artist Lance Cardinal transformed SunRise Tower with a record-breaking solar panel mural. The $31M retrofit blends cultural storytelling with clean energy, powering…

O’Hare Concourse D expansion rendering inside terminal

Construction news

December 3, 2025

Chicago O’Hare Concourse D expansion: A $1.3B renewal

Sarah Poirier

For the first time in three decades, O’Hare is adding a new concourse. Concourse D will bring 19 gates, more lounges, and better international screening…

Mental Health

December 3, 2025

Substance use in construction: The silent crisis hurting our workers

Sarah Poirier

The industry’s toughest jobs come with hidden risks. Behind the hard hats and long shifts, substance use is taking a heavy toll on workers and…

Safety reports

December 1, 2025

Study links humid heat to surge in heart risks for workers

Sarah Poirier

New studies show cardiovascular emergencies spike when moisture levels rise, especially among older adults, outdoor workers, and people with heart disease.

Gear & Equipment

November 29, 2025

24 Cyber Monday gift ideas people will actually use

Sarah Poirier

From heated hoodies to smart mugs, these 24 Cyber Monday gift ideas are practical, durable, and thoughtful for tradespeople.

tool bag with different tools for repair on grass outdoors

Gear reviews

November 26, 2025

The 8 best tool bags for trade pros

Sarah Poirier

Looking for the best tool bags in 2025? We reviewed 8 top picks, including CLC, DeWalt, Klein, and Milwaukee, breaking down durability, storage, and usability.