Get the kNACk : A National Academy of Construction Podcast
Having “the knack” is to be proficient in your industry’s ever-changing realities. Moderated by our hosts Jerry, Bill, Kevin, and Sue, Get the kNACk shares the knowledge, insights, and wisdom of NAC members to give you the skills and expertise to master your career.
The Get the kNACk podcast is published by the National Academy of Construction. NAC honors outstanding construction industry leaders and shares their collective experiences and expertise to help the Nation by improving their industry.
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Get the kNACk : A National Academy of Construction Podcast
Alcohol Awareness in the Construction Industry with Cal Beyer
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Construction workers have been considered nearly twice as likely as those in other industries to experience substance-use challenges, with alcohol playing a particularly prominent role. To spotlight alcohol awareness in the construction industry, host Kevin Hilton welcomes back Cal Beyer, Senior Director of SAFE Workplaces for SAFE Project (Stop the Addiction Fatality Epidemic). In this conversation, Kevin and Cal discuss current trends surrounding alcohol use in the construction industry and the urgent need for greater awareness, support, and prevention. Cal highlights the importance of building recovery-friendly workplaces and offers practical guidance on how organizations can foster a culture of care and support. The episode emphasizes the human impact of alcohol use, addresses the stigma surrounding recovery, and calls for meaningful action to create safer, healthier workplaces across the industry.
Episode Resources
SAFE Project (Stop the Addiction Fatality Epidemic)
- The Snowball — SAFE Project’s national recovery movement
- 3-Minute Overview Video
Industry Perspectives
- Real Talk: Alcohol Awareness and Promoting Workplace Recovery
Asphalt Pro Magazine, Cal Beyer (November 2025) - Promoting a Recovery-Ready Workplace by De-Emphasizing Alcohol at Company Gatherings
Construction Financial Management Association, Cal Beyer (2024)
Alcohol Education & Awareness (NIAAA)
- Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol & Your Health (English PDF)
- Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol & Your Health (Spanish PDF)
- What Are the Symptoms of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)?
Personal Stories & Recovery
National Safety Council Substance Use Cost Calculator