Ms. Samantha DellaPella, ASP
Health and Safety Manager
We are excited to announce that Ms. Samantha DellaPella has successfully completed the Associate Safety Professional (ASP) Certification on December 30th, 2024!
Since joining MCA Detroit in 2019, Samantha has tirelessly dedicated herself to the development and enhancement of the Association’s Health and Safety Division. She offers a wide array of resources, including job site walk-throughs, CPR/First Aid training, committee availability, and hosts a Health and Safety Professional Learning Community. As our Health and Safety Manager, this prestigious certification stands as a testament to her unwavering commitment, exceptional skills, and professional growth.
Congratulations, Samantha! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and we are incredibly proud of your accomplishments.
Here’s to many more milestones and continued success in your career!
Health and Safety Division
MCA Detroit’s Health and Safety Division strives to be a leader in fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture, empowering every individual to achieve holistic well-being, and lead a healthy, fulfilling life. By championing health and safety initiatives, we aim to magnify our impact, assist in the development of Southeast Michigan’s premier organized contractors, and contribute to the overall success of MCA Detroit.
Our mission is to safeguard the health and safety our community through comprehensive assessment, advocacy, and assurance. We are committed to delivering top-notch assistance programs, promoting health and safety, fostering strategic partnerships, implementing effective policies and procedures, managing risks, and ensuring compliance.
If we can be of service to your organization, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sam at any time!
Sam’s 2025 Health Initiative
A survey conducted in 2020, by the National Academy of Engineering revealed that 83% of construction workers had struggled with mental health issues. A 2021 survey from the American Psychiatric Association & Center for Workplace Mental Health show a growing mental health concern in the construction industry, as it ranks second highest in suicide rates among all major industries.
As the world evolves, and new generations enter the trade, innovation and adaptation become essential. It’s crucial to recognize that beyond the technical principles that govern pipes, it’s the people who seek out industries that embrace innovation. The reality is that most peers and supervisors are often untrained or ill-equipped to address facets beyond industry-specific expertise and simply working in such a physical trade is already monumental without adding the complexities of an individual’s personal struggles.
That said, recognizing the inherent complexity of connecting with our workers on a deep, personal level doesn’t alter the necessity of doing so.
Industry excellence demands competent workers who can think beyond the physical scope. Proficiency in personal effectiveness, academic achievement, and workplace dynamics not only strengthens the trade but also expands its membership and enhances the collective power of the industry. To achieve this, we must acknowledge the eight dimensions of health and safety that impact our workforce: occupational, intellectual, environmental, financial, social, physical, spiritual, and emotional.
2025 will be about expanding our current approach with safety to incorporate the other 7 dimensions of wellness. We recognize the need and are prepared to step up to the plate.