Michuda Construction Deploys STUDSON SHK-1 Helmets Company-Wide, Redefining Safety Standards in Healthcare Construction
- Tony Michuda
- Apr 9
- 3 min read
Chicago, IL – April 9, 2025 – In a bold move that redefines safety culture in construction, Michuda Construction, one of the Midwest’s most trusted healthcare builders, has officially deployed the STUDSONSHK-1 Full Brim and SHK-1 Safety Helmets across its active jobsites.
Known for building complex healthcare environments while facilities remain operational, Michuda’s adoption of the STUDSON helmets is not just a policy shift—it’s a declaration.
“Our culture is to be the best when it comes to building healthcare’s next generation of medical facilities — and we need to constantly evaluate how we can keep leading and innovating,” said Joe Michuda, President, Michuda Construction. “We’ve redefined what’s possible in occupied space construction. Now we’re redefining how we protect the people that make it happen.”
Why It Matters
The STUDSON SHK-1 Full Brim Helmet isn’t just a hard hat. It’s the most advanced head protection system on the market, featuring:
ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II standard compliance for top, side, and rear head impact protection.
Koroyd® welded polymer tubes for next-level shock absorption and heat dissipation.
Magnetic four point chinstrap—for ease of use with or without gloves—no matter the conditions.
Twiceme® NFC technology, allowing emergency and health data to be accessed with a smartphone.
Planned API with Michuda Mobile, Michuda’s proprietary jobsite management software, used for real-time safety, credentialing, and authorizations.
“In choosing STUDSON for all employees, Michuda is proving itself as a forward-thinking organization both in terms of safety and digital transformation,” said Ryan Barnes, CEO, STUDSON. “Michuda is also a pioneer in utilizing the Twiceme embedded near-field communication chip inside STUDSON helmets, enabling its workers to store critical personal health and safety information along with plans to store and manage required certifications with the Michuda Mobile application.”
A Blueprint for the Future of Construction Safety
While many contractors continue to rely on outdated hard hat designs, Michuda is leading the charge into the next era of construction safety. Every Michuda superintendent, laborer, and project manager is now outfitted with a SHK-1 helmet, transforming jobsites into tech-enabled safety ecosystems.
“In occupied healthcare environments, there’s zero margin for error,” said Justin Wittl, Project Manager and Safety Committee Director, Michuda Construction. “The rollout is a game changer. These helmets give us confidence—top-tier protection, live credentialing, and emergency data access all in one. It’s the smartest gear we’ve ever worn.”
Pioneering the Digital Transformation of Safety
Michuda’s decision to partner with STUDSON places them in a rare category of contractors investing in above-the-neck safety and compliance at scale—and doing so proactively through the use of the Twiceme NFC chip and Michuda Mobile. With national headlines increasingly focused on workplace safety and mental health, Michuda’s leadership in this area is both strategic and human-first.
“We build in some of the most high-risk environments,” Michuda added. “That includes the people inside the hospital—and the ones building it.”
To learn more about Michuda Construction, visit www.michuda.com.
About Michuda Construction
A fifth-generation, award-winning firm with more than 1,500 completed healthcare projects, Michuda Construction is the industry leader in occupied space construction, specializing in hospitals, life sciences, and mission-critical environments. Michuda is a two-time Family Business of the Year, known for integrating technology, field expertise, and safety at every level of the build process.
About STUDSON
STUDSON is a Sherwood, Oregon-based industrial safety helmet maker. Since its founding in 2019, STUDSON aims to consistently deliver the most innovative above-the-neck protection in the market to save lives and livelihoods. Its revolutionary ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type II safety helmets are the first-of-a-kind in North America, integrating cutting-edge head protection components primarily used in action sports helmets. Learn more about the most innovative helmet on the job site at STUDSON.com and on LinkedIn, Instagram, orFacebook.
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