Anya Keefe highlighted the dangers women face with poorly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) in her report for the Canadian Standards Authority. She shared several stories of injuries resulting from ill-fitting PPE and noted that most women in Canada use PPE designed for men or unisex models, which often do not fit properly. This leads to modifications that compromise safety. Keefe advocated for PPE specifically designed for women’s body measurements to ensure safety and comfort in the workplace. On April 18, she was the keynote speaker during a one-day conference hosted by the Women in Construction Committee of the Northeastern Ontario Construction Association (NOCA) in Sudbury. The Evolution and Empowerment of PPE, a first-time event, drew participants together to discuss the importance for PPE that’s specific to women’s needs, and included a luncheon, a live demonstration, and a tradeshow.

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