Construction's Age Dilemma, AI vs Contractors & the Opioid Crisis - WSR#002 | EP87

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In the Weekly Site Report, James and Christian dig into current news, topics and trends related to Construction, Culture and the Built Environment.

In this episode, we start by discussing the completion of "The Post", Amazon's incredible retrofit project of the old Canada Post building in Vancouver, highlighting the impressive feat and the impact it will have on the local economy. We then delve into the aging dilemma faced by the construction industry, where 20% of the labour force is over 55 and nearing retirement, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions and new talent recruitment. We explore how AI and ChatGPT can complement contractors' work, dispelling the notion that they threaten jobs and livelihoods. Shifting gears, we shed light on the opioid crisis, particularly in Ontario, Canada, revealing alarming statistics and its devastating consequences. We conclude by discussing the introduction of Naloxone, a lifesaving opioid overdose reversal medication, on all job sites in Ontario, effective June 1st, 2023, and its potential to save lives and create safer work environments.

EPISODE LINKS:

Amazon's "The Post" Project:
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/amazon-the-post-office-vancouver-transformation-complex
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Construction's Age Dilemma:
https://www.constructiondive.com/news/construction-labor-retirement-recruiting-dei/651184/
Contractors vs. AI and ChatGPT:
https://www.constructiondive.com/news/contech-conversations-chatgpt-construction-try-ai/651068/https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cst_3QWRsaw/utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Naloxone Kits on Construction Sites: https://torontosun.com/news/provincial/naloxone-kits-on-ontario-construction-sites-mandatory-as-of-june-1?utm_source=newsletter.readsitenews.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=zoned-out

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