The Case for Safety Podcast
The Case for Safety Podcast features conversations with workplace safety experts across various industries. Episodes are released every other Monday and cover topics such as risk management, hazard mitigation, and creating a strong safety culture. Listeners can learn about preventing falls, controlling hazardous energy, operating in confined spaces, and measuring safety performance. The podcast provides valuable insights for creating safer and healthier workplaces.
Episodes
Working at Height: Developing an Effective Fall Protection System
Kevin Denis, Principal and Owner of Work-at-Height, Vice Chair of the ANSI/ASSP Z359 Committee and lead of our Standards-Based User Group on fall protection, joins us to discuss the current state of fall protection, gaps that exist and how safety professionals can properly address fall hazards.
He shares how the Z359 standards can help employers and safety professionals find fall protection so
Lockout/Tagout and Beyond: Controlling Hazardous Energy in the Workplace
Knowing the standard isn’t the same as knowing the machine. In our latest episode, Fran Sehn shares why effective lockout/tagout programs rely on collaboration with the people who use the equipment every day — and how the ANSI/ASSP Z244 standard helps guide the process. He discusses the OSHA 1910.147 requirements for lockout/tagout, alternative methods included in Z244 and how safety profes
The Role of AI in EHS: Using AI Tools to Improve Safety
Arianna Howard, Managing Partner and Co-founder of Syncra Group and lead of ASSP’s AI in Safety Standards-Based User Group joins us to share how AI tools can offer solutions for addressing issues in your workplace, but first you have to know which problems you’re trying to solve. She discusses the importance of using AI as a learning tool to better understand the conditions the workforce is
What’s New in A10? How Safety Standards are Made
Lauren Bauerschmidt, Senior Manager, Standards and Technical Services at ASSP, joins us to help you get up to speed on the latest developments in ANSI/ASSP Standards. She shares recent updates to A10 construction and demolition standards and Z359 fall protection standards, as well as the publication of the Z310 standard for risk management. She also discusses how these standards are developed and
How to Protect Your Team with Personnel Nets and Debris Nets
Personnel nets and debris nets play a crucial role in protecting workers and the public on and around construction and demolition sites. William Greeley, chair of the ANSI/ASSP A10.37 subcommittee and Ed McKechnie, chair of the ANSI/ASSP A10.11 subcommittee, join our latest episode to share how the A10.11 and A10.37 standards can help you properly design, test and install nets for your jobsites.
Implementing a Safety Management System: What You Need to Know
Organizations can encounter many pitfalls as they work to implement a safety management system. Greg Zigulis, President of Sixth Sense Safety Solutions, joins our latest episode to share common mistakes to avoid and how you can help get your team on the right track. He discusses how standards like ANSI/ASSP Z10 can provide organizations a framework for developing a safety management system that s
Bringing Modern Technology to Construction Sites to Improve Worker Safety
How is AI technology impacting the construction industry? Boris Kiprovski and Whitney Williams of Skanska join us to share how they’re using these tools to input regulations and gather safety data, as well as find ways to improve conditions for workers on their jobsites. They offer advice for employers and EHS professionals as to how to effectively implement these tools at their organizatio
Preparing for Safety Conversations with the Help of AI Tools
Todd Hudson, president of Maverick Safety Training, shares how AI can help EHS professionals roleplay different conversations and improve their communication skills with those in their organization. He discusses how to effectively prompt AI tools to provide feedback that will be helpful in discussions with everyone from frontline workers to C-suite executives.
Developing a Framework for Ethical Decision Making in EHS
Mark Katchen, managing principal of The Phylmar Group and co-author of “Ethical Decision-making in Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: A Comparative Case Study Approach,” discusses common ethical dilemmas EHS professionals may encounter, and how to address them in a way that best supports worker safety and health. He also shares the importance of understand and following
Elevating Safety Beyond Compliance to Prevent Workplace Injuries and Fatalities
ASSP President Linda Tapp and Wyatt Bradbury, principal of Health and Safety at Avetta, share how our Standards-Based User Groups (SBUGs) will help EHS professionals put consensus standards into action and improve safety.
They discuss how the SBUGs will bring together industry stakeholders to share knowledge, develop best practices and offer insights into how to implement voluntary consensus s
Going Beyond TRIR to Measure and Improve Safety and Health Performance
Dr. Elif Erkal, associate director of research and strategy at the Construction Safety Research Alliance, shares why metrics like total recordable incident rate (TRIR) don’t tell the whole story and offers alternatives for more proactive safety management. She discusses how tools like high energy control assessments can help EHS professional identify high-energy hazards and the importance of a ba
Rethinking the Hierarchy of Controls and How to Use it to Reduce Risks
Wyatt Bradbury, Principal – Health and Safety at Avetta, joins us to discuss the hierarchy of controls and its role in helping reduce risks in the workplace. He shares why it’s important for EHS professionals to examine the effectiveness of the controls at their job sites to help ensure they are reducing risk to an acceptable level. He also explains “active” and “pas
The Hazard of Complacency and How Safety Professionals Can Help Prevent It
Sponsored by SafeStart. Rhonda Piggee Johnson, Implementation Specialist at SafeStart, discusses the causes and effects of complacency in the workplace and the impact it can have on safety. She shares how safety professionals can work with those in their organization to foster good habits and instill the importance of not becoming complacent about tasks, processes and procedures.
How EHS Professionals Can Help Transform Organizational Culture
Heather MacDougall, Owner of MacDougall Solutions LLC, joins us to share steps EHS professionals can take to collaborate with those in their organization and demonstrate the impact safety has on business performance.
She discusses the concept of “safety culture” and how it can unintentionally create silos within organizations and impede progress toward improving worker safety and
Providing Effective Safety Training to Every Generation of the Workforce
Todd Hudson, President, Maverick Safety Training, and Eric Lewis, EHS Coordinator at Align Precision, share tips for delivering engaging training to your team to help them stay safe and address the hazards they face on the job. They discuss how methods like microlearning and hands-on training can help ensure that knowledge stays with workers after the training.
Working on the Night Shift – What Safety Pros Need to Know
Sponsored by SafeStart. Peter Batrowny, Senior Consultant at SafeStart, shares how safety professionals and supervisors can address common risks and hazards associated with working at night and develop a strong culture. He also discusses how effective communication and active listening can help you develop as a leader and improve safety and health performance.
Using Predictive Analytics to Help Prevent Incidents in Your Workplace
Eric Bourquin, Vice President of Safety Services at Texas Mutual Insurance Company, joins us to discuss the importance of using safety data to improve risk management and hazard mitigation on your job sites. He shares how tools like telematics and wearable technology can provide valuable insights into safety performance and help prevent incidents before they occur.
Taking Your PPE Program to the Next Level with the Latest Technology
Sponsored by Fastenal. Eddie Gillespie, National Account Safety Specialist at Fastenal, discusses how data gathering can help EHS professionals build better PPE programs, more resilient supply chains and a stronger culture. He shares programs that can improve access to PPE and reduce risks, technological tools that can help track PPE use and how organizations can balance sustainability goals with
How to Effectively Manage the Chemical Inventory at Your Workplace
Phil Molé, EHS & ESG Expert at VelocityEHS, shares how EHS professionals can educate themselves on the chemicals contained on their work sites, and how to address the hazards and risks associated with them. He also discusses proper procedures for handling, storing and disposing of workplace chemicals to protect people, property and the environment.
Taking Your PPE Program to the Next Level and Going Beyond Compliance
Sponsored by Fastenal. Eddie Gillespie, National Account Safety Specialist a Fastenal, discusses the importance of providing your team high quality PPE to protect them from hazards and risks they face on the job. He also shares some of the latest innovations in PPE and how they are providing a greater level of protection for workers on the job.
Let’s Not Point Fingers: How to Create a Culture of Accountability
Danny Smith, Senior Consultant at SafeStart, joins us to discuss the danger of placing blame in the aftermath of workplace incidents and the impact it can have on your culture. He also shares why transparency and communication are so important to creating workplaces where team members feel empowered to speak up about workplace conditions and offer suggestions for improvement.
How You Can Make a Difference to Prevent Suicide in Construction
Chris Trahan Cain, Executive Director of CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training, shares why construction workers are at a higher risk of suicide than those in other industries, the role of opioid use in the rate of suicide among construction workers and steps you can take to help support your team’s physical and mental well-being.
CPWR Suicide Prevention Res
Workplace Safety Myths and Misunderstandings: Separating Fact from Fiction
Sponsored by Grainger. Matt Law and Jordan Schlittler of Grainger join our latest episode to help set the record straight about misconceptions in occupational safety and health. They offer insights on NFPA 70E and its relationship to OSHA, requirements for inspecting equipment, safety standards and regulations, recordkeeping, training, technology and more.
OSHA Letter of Interpretation on NF
How Wearable Technology is Transforming Workplace Safety and Health
Tom West, Vice President and Global Practice Leader at MākuSafe and co-author of "Safety and Wearable Technology: Impact, Applications and Implementation in Industry," explores how wearable tools can help safety professionals assess risks and make data-driven decisions to improve conditions for their workforce. He discusses different applications where wearable tech can provide real-time insights
Using Positive Reinforcement to Help Improve Your Team’s Safety Performance
Sponsored by Netradyne. Adam Kahn, Chief Business Officer at Netradyne, shares how positive engagement and recognition can help motivate fleet drivers to practice safe driving techniques. He discusses methods for coaching your team on how to operate safely, as well as using rewards to recognize safe behaviors.
How Mobile Technology Can Help Create Safer Workplaces
Scott Gaddis, Vice President, Global Practice Leader - Safety and Health at Intelex Technologies, joins us to discuss how mobile technology is changing the way safety professionals can access information and collect and analyze data to improve their management systems. He also shares how tools like artificial intelligence and wearable technology can help you engage with your workforce and create a
Implementing the Z10 Standard to Improve Safety in the City of Houston
Steven Guillory, Quality and Risk Manager, City of Houston Public Works and Engineering, shares the journey of implementing the Z10 standard in the City of Houston and the impact it had on reducing injuries and improving culture. He discusses the collaboration among stakeholders to help support the needs of each individual department and improve the safety and health of the workforce.
How Relationship Building Can Help Create Safer and Healthier Workplaces
This week, we're joined by Safety 2025 Opening and Closing General Session speakers Shasta Nelson and Liz Bohannon. They share why making connections in the workplace is critical to worker well-being and building a strong culture. They also discuss the risks associated with workers feeling isolated and share tips for creating a warm and welcoming workplace where team members feel supported.
The ABCs of AED Management: How to Ensure Devices are Ready and Compliant
Sponsored by RescueStat. Dana Miller, Chief Experience Officer at RescueStat, shares tips for developing an effective management program for the automated external defibrillators at your workplace. She discusses the benefits of remote monitoring to ensure that AEDs are effective when needed and in compliance with applicable regulations.
Investing in Your Workforce and Demonstrating the Value of Safety
ASSP President Pam Walaski and Kathy Seabrook, CEO and Founder of Global Solutions, Inc. and co-author of Connecting the Dots: Environment, Health Safety and Sustainability, discuss the value that the workforce brings to the workplace and the importance of collaboration to improving safety and health. They also show how you can improve communication within your organization to demonstrate the valu
ANSI/ASSP A10.50 – Keeping Workers Cool and Hydrated on the Job Site
In this encore episode, Tom Bobick, David May and Cheryl Ambrose share how the ANSI/ASSP A10.50 standard can help prevent heat stress among your workforce. They discuss acclimatizing workers to the heat, the signs and symptoms of heat stress and how to care for workers experiencing heat-related illness.
The Value of Connection and Collaboration in the Safety Profession
Gabe Encarnacion, Allison Short and Josh Russell of the "Illusion of Safety" podcast join us to discuss how collaborating with fellow professionals helps them expand their knowledge, solve problems and develop in their careers. They also share tips for how to connect with others at safety conferences and make the most of your experience.
Bonus Episode: How Safety Leaders Can Effectively Move the Profession Forward
In this special bonus episode, ASSP CEO Jennifer McNelly speaks with Jim Frederick, former Deputy Assistant Secretary for OSHA and currently principal at NexusHSE. They discuss some of the keys to success for being an effective safety leader, the importance of data in decision making and the role of collaboration between associations, organizations and government agencies in helping create safer a
ANSI/ASSP Z244 and Controlling Hazardous Energy: What You Need to Know
Bruce Main, chair of the ANSI/ASSP Z244 Committee shares how the Z244 standard can help control hazardous energy through lockout/tagout and alternative methods. He discusses steps you can take to ensure your workforce is properly trained on how to properly isolate or control different forms of hazardous energy to reduce risks and prevent incidents.
Using Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Safety Training at Your Workplace
Jason Galoozis, Safety Director at PremiStar, shares how AI tools can create engaging training materials that can help improve engagement and retention among your workforce. He shares how to develop and use avatars to conduct training, write scripts on safety and health topics and help ensure learners retain information.
How AI Can Help You Identify Hazards and Reduce Risks in Your Workplace
Natasha Porter, Chief Customer Officer at Benchmark Gensuite, shares how AI is impacting the world of workplace safety and health. She discusses how these tools can help safety professionals reduce risks, improve processes and prevent incidents in their workplaces.
Bonus Episode: How Hygienic Equipment Design Can Help Improve Safety and Health in the Baking Industry
In this special bonus episode, ASSP CEO Jennifer McNelly and President Pam Walaksi speak with Jon Anderson, managing consultant of the Bakery Equipment Assessment Group (BEAG), and Scott McCally, president of Auto-Bake Serpentine.
They discuss how hygienic-designed equipment helps improve worker safety and increases efficiency, and how industry consensus standards provide guidance on how to desig
Remembering The Triangle Fire: A Tragic Day in American History
In this encore episode, David Von Drehle, author of "Triangle: The Fire That Changed America", shares the story of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, which took place on March 25, 1911. David discusses the conditions workers faced during that period, the circumstances surrounding the fire and the impact the fire had in raising awareness of unsafe working conditions and helping improve workplace
Understanding Process Safety Management and What You Need to Know to Comply
Cody Rosier, CEO and Founder of Zalemo, joins us to discuss process safety management and how it applies to different work environments. He also shares tips for developing a process to help ensure that your facilities and those you work with are in compliance with OSHA's process safety management standard.
How to Improve Hazard Recognition to Reduce Risks in Your Workplace
Pete Susca, Principal at OpX Safety, shares tips for identifying hazards before they lead to incidents and helping those in your organization better understand safety risks. He also discusses case studies from the field of how examining processes and tasks can help better protect workers and improve your organization's bottom line.
Planning for Safe Work on Construction Sites with the A10.1 Standard
Wes Wheeler and Jim Evans, Chair and Vice Chair of the ANSI/ASSP A10.1 Committee, join us to discuss how the recently updated A10.1 standard can help support your pre-project and pre-task planning for construction work. They share how engaging with your workforce can help you develop a better understanding of the tasks being done and how they can be completed safely.
Making Your Vehicle Fleet Safer with the Z15 Standard
Alan Mar, Vice Chair of the ANSI/ASSP Z15 Committee, shares how the Z15 standard can help you assess and manage the risks your fleet drivers encounter on the road. He discusses how safety professionals and drivers can familiarize themselves with the operational environment in order to prepare for whatever conditions they may face behind the wheel.
Selecting the Right Equipment to Help Keep Your Workers Safe at Height
Cody Rappoport, Director of Product Engineering, Fall Protection at WernerCo. and member of the ANSI/ASSP Z359 Committee, shares how to choose the proper fall protection equipment and controls based on the hazards present at the job site. He also discusses the importance of providing your workers proper fitting PPE and the role of shock absorbers in protecting workers in the event of a fall.
Looking Back and Moving Forward: Workplace Safety in 2024 and Beyond
Sponsored by Avetta. Scott DeBow, director of health, safety & environmental at Avetta, examines the current landscape of occupational safety and health and how safety professionals can help their organizations manage risks in an ever-changing environment. He discusses the impact of ESG and AI, as well as how to measure safety performance and develop an effective workforce strategy.
The Case for Safety Podcast Trailer
The Case for Safety Podcast brings you conversations with workplace safety experts across industries. Every other Monday, learn how to manage risks, mitigate hazards and create a strong culture. From preventing falls and controlling hazardous energy to operating in confined spaces and measuring safety performance, The Case for Safety Podcast has the insights you need to create safer and healthier
How Improving Visual Literacy Can Help Identify Hazards in Your Workplace
Doug Pontsler, chairman and managing director of COVE: Center of Visual Expertise, joins us to share the role of visual literacy in performing risk assessments, mitigating hazards and conducting incident investigations. He offers tips for helping your workforce better identify hazards on the job site and how a more visually literate workforce can help foster a positive culture at your organization
Encore Presentation – Transitioning From Military Service to the Safety Profession
In this encore presentation, Tim Page-Bottorff, Senior Consultant at SafeStart, shares how his military experience helped prepare him for a career in the safety profession. He offers advice to those currently serving in the military about how to make a successful transition into a career, and discusses the value and experience that military veterans can bring employers.
Bridging the Gap Between Safety and Operations – Tips for Front Line Leaders
Erika Winning, Global EHS Manager at DAP Global Inc., discusses how to connect with your operations team and your workforce to gather meaningful feedback about how to improve your safety and health management system. She shares stories from the field about how to break down barriers within your organization, have meaningful conversations with stakeholders and build a strong culture.
Emerging Technologies and Their Impact on Workplace Safety and Health
Sponsored by Grainger. Matt Law and Dan Snyder discuss current trends in how organizations are using technology to improve their safety and health management systems. They also share how tools like artificial intelligence can help safety professionals be more productive and efficient on the job site.
How Deep Dive Contractor Assessments Can Help Manage Risks in Your Supply Chain
Sponsored by Veriforce. Being effective as a safety professional involves building relationships and reducing risks. James Junkin, Chief Executive Officer of Mariner-Gulf Consulting & Services, joins our latest episode to share how deep dive contractor assessments can help you identify gaps in your safety and health management systems and find effective solutions.
Going Beyond Compliance with the Help of Industry Consensus Safety Standards
Scott DeBow, Director of Health, Safety & Environmental at Avetta, shares how industry consensus standards have helped him develop as a safety professional in working with companies to develop effective safety and health management systems. He discusses the impact these standards can have in providing definition for what safety success looks like and getting everyone in the organization working to
How You Can Improve Worker Safety at Small and Mid-sized Businesses
Implementing a safety management system may seem daunting to small and mid-sized businesses, but there are resources that can help. Greg Zigulis, president of Sixth Sense Safety Solutions, joins our latest episode to share how to get on a path to continuous improvement. Zigulis discusses how taking a systems thinking approach can help organizations assess the current state of their managemen
Tips for Training New Employees on How to Work Safely
Sponsored by SafeStart. Safety training is an essential part of onboarding employees.Larry Pearlman, senior safety consultant at SafeStart, joins our latest episode to share how you can bring new team members up to speed on the safety and health protocols at your workplace.
Building a Budget as a Safety Professional: What You Need to Know
Crunching numbers may not be your thing, but budgeting is an important part of a safety professional’s role. Jennifer Hsu, environmental health safety specialist at Milestone Technologies, Inc., joins our latest episode to share how to build the budget you need and ensure it’s used effectively.
Steps Safety Professionals Can Take to Help Stop Exploitative Child Labor
Millions of children throughout the world are exploited for their labor. Bob Drane and Barney Burns join our latest episode to discuss the hazards these children face and what can be done to protect them.
ASSP Position Statement on Exploitative Child Labor
Building a Workplace Culture that Strengthens Safety and Business Performance
Dr. Jessica Kriegel, chief scientist of workplace culture at Culture Partners and Safety 2024 opening keynote speaker, joins us to discuss how to develop a culture that achieves your objectives and adapts to the ever-changing world of work.
The Role of Procurement and Supply Chain Management in Workplace Safety
Sponsored by Veriforce. Sam Rayborn, director of supply chain and procurement at Veriforce, joins us to discuss how effectively managing the procurement process and supply chain risks can help improve safety and business performance.
How to Protect Your Workforce from Snake Bites on the Job Site
Kelly Triece, senior ecologist at Adaptation Environmental Services, joins us to discuss steps you can take to prevent snakes from coming on your job sites and how to train your workforce on what to do if they encounter one.
Why Safety Professionals Need to Understand Environmental Regulations
Sponsored by U.S. Compliance. This week, we're joined by Kevin Weaver and Michelle Tessmer of U.S. Compliance for a conversation about the role of safety professionals in protecting the environment.
They discuss why its important for safety professionals to understand the impact that their facilities have on the environment and how they can ensure they are in compliance with environmental regula
Using the A10.50 Standard to Help Workers Beat the Heat
This week, Tom Bobick, David May, and Cheryl Ambrose of the ANSI/ASSP A10.50 subcommittee join us to discuss how the A10.50 standard can help you prevent heat stress on the job site. They share tips on how to acclimatize workers to the heat and help them stay cool throughout the day, as well as how to identify and address the signs and symptoms of heat stress.
Why We Need a Paradigm Shift to Prevent Fall Injuries and Fatalities
Russell Duren, Lead Safety Specialist - Quality Assurance at Pro Management Group, joins us to discuss the current state of fall prevention and protection and how to improve conditions for workers at height.
He shares how organizations can shift away from an over reliance on PPE and use the hierarchy of controls and prevention through design methods to address fall hazards.
Prioritizing Needs and Finding Focus in Occupational Safety and Health
Shawn Galloway, CEO of ProAct Safety, Inc, joins us to discuss how safety professionals can develop a strategy to align their objectives with those of their organization. He shares his 10 focus necessities and how each can help set priorities and improve safety and business performance.
Keys to Success for Writing an Effective Safety Policy
This week, we’re joined by Jo Pina, Vice President of EHS at Verde, for a conversation about developing an effective safety policy for your organization. Jo discusses elements to include in your policy, the stakeholders that should be involved, how to communicate the policy to your workforce and adapt it to the changing work environment.
The Safety Professional’s Guidebook for Complying with OSHA Regulations
This week, we’re joined by Zach Pucillo, CSP, CHMM, EHS Regulatory Compliance Manager at KPA, for a conversation about OSHA compliance and how safety professionals can familiarize themselves with the standards applicable to their industries. Zach also discusses recordkeeping requirements and the process of recording and reporting incidents to OSHA.
Encore Presentation: Safety Tips for Workers Who Use Portable Ladders
From our archive, Matt Jacquel, Vice President, National Construction Risk Control Consultant at McGriff Insurance, shares how using the hierarchy of controls can help improve ladder safety in the workplace. He also offers guidance on how safety professionals can help address the risks associated with ladders.
Artificial Intelligence: What it Means for Safety and What’s Next
Matt Law, manager of customer safety strategy at Grainger, joins us to discuss the implications of AI for workplace safety and health. He shares practical uses of AI to improve processes and procedures as well as what’s on the horizon.
The Impact of Organizational Decision-Making on Worker Safety and Health
This week, we’re joined by Pete Susca, principal at OpX Safety, for a conversation about the importance of examining the potential impacts that business decisions can have on worker safety. He shares stories from the field of unintended consequences, hazards and risks that can occur through imbalanced decision-making.
Using the A10.48 Standard to Improve Worker Safety on Communication Structures
This week, we’re joined by Gordon Lyman and Don Doty, chair and vice chair of the A10.48 subcommittee to discuss the recently updated ANSI/ASSP A10.48 standard, and how it can help you address the hazards and risks associated with working on communications structures.
Industrial Hygiene Hazards in the Workplace and How to Mitigate Them
Stephen Paternostro, EH&S division manager at Leeaf Environmental, LLC, joins us to share his journey in the field of industrial hygiene, discuss common environmental hazards you may find on your work sites and provide tips for how to address them.
Steps You Can Take to Help Keep Workers Safe in Winter Weather
Sponsored by Amazon. This week, we’re joined by Victor Rodriguez, operations meteorologist at Amazon, for a conversation about the impacts of winter weather on workplace safety, and how you can be prepared. Victor discusses the importance of tracking the weather throughout the year so you can have proper measures in place to address the hazards and risks workers face in different weather co
Fixing the Fit of Personal Protective Equipment to Improve Women’s Safety
Kathi Dobson and Abby Ferri of the ASSP Z590.6 committee share how the Z590.6 technical report can help manufacturers, employers and safety professionals provide women with proper fitting PPE on the job site.
Marketing Safety Improvements: How to Get Buy-in from Your Organization
Brye Sargent, Owner and CEO of The Safety Geek, shares tips and techniques you can use to market improvements in your safety and health management system to those in your organization. She discusses the importance of collaborating with everyone from front line workers to C-suite executives to implement initiatives that will benefit not only safety, but every aspect of the organization.
Encore Presentation: The Z16 Standard – A Balanced Approach to Safety and Health Metrics
In this encore presentation, Alexi Carli and Steve Newell of the ANSI/ASSP Z16 Committee join us to discuss how the Z16 standard can help you identify and track meaningful safety and health metrics to meet your organization’s objectives.
The Role of Culture and Climate in Improving Worker Safety and Health
Sponsored by SafeStart. Pandora Bryce and Peter Batrowny of SafeStart join us to share steps you can take to improve the safety climate and culture at your organization. They discuss creating an environment where everyone looks out for each other’s safety and feels empowered to speak up about hazardous working conditions.
Honoring the Workers Lost in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
October 11, 2023 marks the unveiling and dedication of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire Memorial. Mary Anne Trasciatti, president of the Remember the Triangle Fire Coalition Board of Directors, joins us to share the story of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire and discuss the memorial to those who were lost.
Remember the Triangle Fire Coalition
How the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
Talking Safety: How to Improve Communication with Your Workforce
Lindsay Bell, IG americas SHEQ human performance manager at Air Products, shares tips and strategies you can use to improve training, communication and comprehension with those in your organization.
How Improving Safety Can Increase Productivity and Benefit Your Bottom Line
James Boretti, president of Boretti, Inc., shares how integrating safety into business practices can help create more productive, efficient and profitable workplaces. He shares stories from the field of initiatives that improved worker safety and productivity, and helped organizations meet their business objectives.
OSHA News: Proper Fitting of PPE and Expanded Injury and Illness Reporting
Scott Ketcham and Lee Anne Jillings of OSHA join us to discuss proposed rulemaking for proper fit of PPE in the construction industry and expanded injury/illness data reporting requirements for high-hazard industries.
Submit comments and hearing requests on OSHA’s proposed rulemaking to clarify the personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for the construction industry. Be sure to ref
Tips for Improving Ergonomics Through Better Design, Innovation and Collaboration
Anuja Patil, risk control product consulting director: ergonomics at CNA Insurance and administrator of ASSP’s ergonomics practice specialty, discusses the importance of ergonomics to workers’ health and well-being. She also shares steps safety professionals and employers can take to help improve ergonomics at their workplaces.
AR/FR Clothing and Heat Stress: Staying Protected While Staying Cool
Sponsored by Bulwark. Derek Sang, senior technical training manager at Bulwark, shares tips for preventing heat-related illness among workers who use Arc-rated flame-resistant clothing.
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