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Calling Out To All Workers, Rony Jabour, Extending OSH Awareness

Published

5 years ago

November 5, 2020

Time. Dedication. Hard work. Struggles- all of these are a small insider to what it takes for a person to carry their personal and professional lives together. There are so many things that an individual has to compromise over to ensure that they are performing well at both ends. Family time, personal hobbies, sleep cycle, and sometimes, even education is compromised. But most of the time, the things that are overlooked are related directly to the individual’s well-being. Especially, their health and safety.

Most of the time, individuals are expected to give long hours without any breaks, which in turn affects their health. Every individual is exposed to various dangers in their workplaces, especially those who work in construction. Part of the reason why people overlook these safety measures is that they don’t have the time to follow them or forget them. But most of the time, the reason why people ignore the safety regulations is that they are unaware of its cruciality.

Because of this lack of knowledge, people face accidents and even lose their lives. To help people learn what the basics of these health and safety regulations are along with why they are important, people like Rony Jabour are working day and night.

Rony Jabour is an Authorized OSHA Safety trainer and safety motivational speaker who is incessantly working to help people take care of themselves. Starting from 2008 to this very day, Rony Jabour has trained over 15,000 people! His work in the line of duty during the time of the pandemic is also commendable.

Originally born in Brazil, Rony Jabour moved to the U.S in 2004. Prior to that, he was a student at the Cleres Martins Moreira and Marista, after which he was enrolled in Instituto Federal do Espirito Santo. His completion of education marked the start of his career as a construction worker in the United States.

After moving there, Rony Jabour spent a good eight years in the construction industry. There, Rony Jabour learned a great deal of stuff, and he got to learn several things about himself as well. Besides developing leadership skills, Rony Jabour also began noticing that his colleagues paid no attention to health and safety measures. Beyond anything, he was worried for every single one of them, and decided to take up the charge of helping his colleagues follow health and safety measures himself.

Every morning, he would make sure that each one of them had taken proper measures to protect themselves from dangers and threats. This was when Rony Jabour decided to take things up a notch. He decided to get certified so that he could practice helping everyone professionally.

In 2008, Rony Jabour joined Keene State College and got admitted to the OSHA Training Institute. There he took several courses and performed well at all of them. His skills and hard work paid off when he earned several certifications, including Safety and Health Official in General Industry, Safety and Health Official in Construction, Guide to Industrial Hygiene, and several others.

After Rony Jabour was certified, he opened his school, United Safety Net. The school aims to spread awareness about the various hazards and threats at workplaces and how to reduce accidents by practicing health and safety measures.

Rony Jabour offers training courses in English, Spanish and Portuguese, and today, it has become the largest OSHA training institute in the U.S. The school certifies over 2000 students every year.

Rony also started delivering health and safety speeches. His fun-loving personality and his ability to joke around have made people love his way of teaching, which is why he has become one of the most requested OSH trainers in all of the U.S!

In 2013, Rony was invited by the United States Department of Labor to extend his knowledge about the importance of safety at the workplace. In 2012, he delivered a speech at Harvard University. He was also given a certificate for his efforts by. 4 years later, he was invited by the Department of Labor again, and his speech proved to be quite helpful in gaining insights for the people.

Rony also got himself certified during the pandemic and used his knowledge to educate people about the safety and health measures to protect themselves from the COVID crisis. His work throughout the crisis earned him a credible reputation. Because of his efforts, he has become the number 1 authorized OSHA Safety Trainer in New England.

Today, Rony Jabour holds a master’s degree from the University of Texas Arlington – Uta. He is also delivering regular speeches to raise awareness throughout the world!

My goal is to ensure that each parent returns home safely, for their loved ones, who are the most important.

Rony Jabour

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More Named Storms — Is Your Luxury Pergola Ready?

Published

1 month ago

December 11, 2025

Jenny Jackson

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted a 60% chance that the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season would be above normal. The administration said to watch for between 13 and 19 total named storms — those with winds of 39 mph or higher.

For homeowners in hurricane-prone regions, this raises an urgent question: are your outdoor spaces ready to weather the storm?

PERGOLUX, a leader in durable outdoor structures, designs powder-coated aluminum pergolas with adjustable louvers to withstand the harshest environments.

“Today’s outdoor living spaces face the wrath of nature’s extremes,” says Tim Heneveld, Country Director of PERGOLUX North America. “Hurricanes, tropical storms, and flash floods bring powerful winds exceeding 100 mph. Their relentless rain and rising floodwaters can quickly devastate unprepared structures. If you want to protect your investments, resilient design is essential.”

Is your aluminum pergola and louvered roof ready to take on intense storms?

The open-air elegance of patio pergolas with slat roofs is perfect for a gentle breeze, but can make them vulnerable to the violent forces of hurricane winds. These storm winds pack powerful uplift and lateral forces.

Wind uplift occurs when gusts of wind flow beneath the roof, generating upward pressure that can lift the entire structure off its base. Lateral forces push a pergola horizontally, causing it to lean or even collapse.

The key defense against these powerful forces? A reinforced frame.

“Strong, well-engineered frames act as the backbone of your pergola,” notes Heneveld. “Aluminum is the ideal material for a pergola’s frame. It combines the strength needed to resist bending or breaking with a lighter weight that reduces strain on the foundation.”

PERGOLUX’s pergolas feature reinforced frames engineered to withstand intense storms with confidence. In fact, their latest model, the Skydance Series 3 Pergola, is specially crafted to endure winds up to 165 mph, which means that even when fierce hurricanes like Milton sweep through, these pergolas remain intact.

Reinforced aluminum frames designed with thickened beams and precision connections stand up to wind uplift and lateral pressure. Hurricane-rated bolts, brackets, and screws hold everything tightly together to prevent ‌weak points that storms so often exploit. When each joint is reinforced and well-anchored, your pergola can remain a steadfast retreat despite the wildest weather. Thicker beams and columns combined with robust engineering techniques give these pergolas superior strength. Extra support brackets, hidden fasteners, and precise assembly methods ensure the frame endures.

Elevated bases can protect your luxury pergola from floods

Along with high winds, storms bring torrential rain. Rising water can undermine structural footings and rot wooden materials, which can destabilize the entire installation.

An elevated base is a strategic line of defense. “By constructing your pergola on raised concrete footings or piers, you create a gap between the ground and the structure,” notes Heneveld. “During a flood, it keeps the water at bay. The elevation also prevents erosion caused by pooling rainwater.”

The best-quality outdoor pergolas offer high-grade materials and cutting-edge engineering

The key element of any storm-ready outdoor structure is its materials. PERGOLUX chooses 6063-T5 aluminum, a marine-grade alloy renowned for its incredible strength and exceptional resistance to corrosion, even when exposed to salty sea air and humid conditions.

“A wooden or vinyl pergola may look great at first,” says Heneveld, “but they often require costly upkeep or replacement after just a few seasons of storm damage. Our reinforced aluminum pergolas will give you years of worry-free durability. It will remain strong and look fantastic, no matter the weather.”

PERGOLUX’s advanced engineering solutions also protect what is inside the structure. Their patented RainLUX™ integrated gutter system channels rainwater away, preventing leaks that can damage furniture and floors.

“We offer a 10-year warranty to back up all of our claims,” Heneveld says. “It’s our commitment that these structures will protect your home’s exterior environment for years to come. We want you to focus on enjoying the moments that matter in your pergola, not on the coming storms.”

Practical outdoor living tips to prepare your louvered pergola kit before storm season

Even the strongest pergola will fare better when prepped for a coming storm. “Make sure to secure your loose items,” Heneveld warns. “Before a storm, remove furniture, planters, and décor. All of these can become hazardous projectiles.”

When homeowners hear that a storm is on the way, they will want to fully secure any screens or panels. Removing detachable panels before severe weather will help protect the pergola by reducing wind resistance.

Homeowners will want to take the time to routinely inspect and maintain their pergolas. A quick check for loose fasteners or other small signs of wear goes a long way in preserving the pergola’s strength.

“Combine simple preparation with a reinforced, elevated, and expertly engineered structure, and you’ll have an outdoor space built to last,” Heneveld concludes. “Investing in a storm-ready pergola is about so much more than just avoiding damage. You’re preserving a lifestyle. A long-lasting pergola will bring you years of shaded summer barbecues and fresh-air morning coffees.”