Best Safeopedia Podcasts (2025)

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Safeonomics Season 3 | Episode 6 with Dorothy Riviere 57:24

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Join hosts Scott Cuthbert and Dorothy Riviere as they kick off this 3-part series designed to help safety professionals think more strategically, elevate their impact, and align with business goals. 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Maria Silva-Palacios—a seasoned safety leader and educator who’s passionate about reshaping the way safety is …

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Safeonomics Season 3 | Episode 5 with Peter Susca 1:04:13

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What if everyone on site—operators, accountants and executives alike—described risk the same way? In this follow-up conversation, Scott and Peter explore his third article, The Business Value of a Common Safety Language, revealing how shared definitions of “hazard,” “risk” and “safe” become a force-multiplier for operational excellence. Connecticut…

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Safeonomics Season 3 | Episode 4 with Peter Susca 1:13:53

1M ago1:13:53

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In this follow-up episode, Scott chats again with Peter Susca to explore how safety professionals can evolve from compliance enforcers to respected business advisors. If you haven’t listened to part one, we suggest going back, it lays the groundwork for this powerful conversation. This episode unpacks Peter’s second article from his Business Class …

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Safeonomics Season 3 | Episode 3 with Peter Susca 1:01:00

2M ago1:01:00

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Ready to flip the traditional “safety silo” on its head? 🎙️ In this episode of Safeonomics, Scott sits down with Peter Susca, MS, CSP, ARM—author of the eye-opening article It’s Always Bigger than Safety and a champion of weaving safety into the very fabric of business operations. Peter makes a compelling case that injury rates are just the tip of …

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The Uncertainty of … Measuring Safety Performance 1:00:42

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Unlock unlimited CEUs in the Safeopedia Community and attend exclusive live events, like our community meetups, along with your pass to our annual online safety conference, Safety Connect where you can earn another 2+ CEUs! All for just $197 annually! Join the Movement ➡️ https://members.safeopedia.com Join us for a lively session on the next episo…

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Safeonomics Season 3 | Episode 2 with Chip Duffie 42:52

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✅ Join the Safeopedia Community at https://members.safeopedia.com Navigating EHS in a Shifting Regulatory Landscape with Chip Duffie In this episode of Safeonomics, we sit down with Chip Duffie to explore how political shifts impact environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations—and what that means for safety professionals. With the change of …

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Hard Hats & Heart - Episode 8 Designing for Success: How Suncor Leverages Human - Centered Innovation 45:18

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✅ Join the Safeopedia Community at https://members.safeopedia.com In this episode of Hard Hats & Heart, we sit down with Andrea Hine, an accomplished safety and operations leader at Suncor, to explore how human-centered design is transforming the way new technologies are implemented in industrial settings. As Connected Worker Product Owner, Andrea …

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The Uncertainty of … Safety in Law Enforcement 57:05

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Unlock unlimited CEUs in the Safeopedia Community and attend exclusive live events, like our community meetups, along with your pass to our annual online safety conference, Safety Connect where you can earn another 2+ CEUs! All for just $197 annually! Join the Movement ➡️ https://members.safeopedia.com The Uncertainty of show for January 2025 will …

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Safeonomics Season 3 | Episode 1 with Tim Page-Bottorff 53:11

6M ago53:11

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✅ Join the Safeopedia Community at https://members.safeopedia.com How does having a more community-connected safety professional bring more value to their organization? Hold onto your socks, folks, because we dive deep into the value of networking with one of the best in the industry: Tim Page-Bottorff! Whether you’re an easy-going person who loves…

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Hard Hats & Heart - Episode 7 - Making Invisible Visible - Apply Learning from Normal Work in Practice 55:55

7M ago55:55

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✅ Join the Safeopedia Community at https://members.safeopedia.com In this episode, Sarah speaks with Marcin Nazaruk about the practical, scalable solutions he's created that helped to modernize safety and have made it available through various industry bodies, how he's chaired prominent industry groups, and how he's transformed corporate cultures w…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Year End Wrap Up 25:31

7M ago25:31

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On this episode of Safeonomics, Scott and Gabe take a moment to reflect on an incredible Season II. They dive into the highlights from the season, revisiting conversations with the 12 inspiring guests who shared their unique perspectives and invaluable experiences. From innovative safety strategies to personal growth journeys, the season was filled…

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The Uncertainty of … Wayfinding Direction: HOP Principles 1:02:30

8M ago1:02:30

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Join us for a lively session on the next episode of The Uncertainty of … with Heather Kahle discussing Wayfinding Direction: HOP Principles on Friday, November 15 2024 at 11am ET, 4pm GMT. If safety improvements aren’t yielding the results that you want, don’t “try harder” but “change the narrative” and head in a different direction. Why do HOP Pri…

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 12 11:07

8M ago11:07

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Presented by the Cal/OSHA Team in Conn Maciel Carey’s national OSHA Practice Group The state of California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health, better known as Cal/OSHA, is perhaps the most aggressive and …

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 12 with Sarah Bogner 50:32

8M ago50:32

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On this episode of Safeonomics, we explore the benefits of organization for the safety professional with Sarah Bogner. Sarah details her practical strategies, expert insights and real world examples that she has developed to help her streamline her work and enhance her effectiveness in her workplace. In addition, she explains how a high level of or…

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Podcast Power Panel Live at Safety Connect 2024 43:32

8M ago43:32

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Recorded live at Safety Connect 2024, this special episode of Safeonomics brings together a powerhouse panel of safety podcast hosts! Joining Gabe Encarnacion and Scott Cuthbert and our special guests, Sarah Ballini-Ross from Hard Hats & Hart, Gary Wong from The Uncertainty of..., and Allison Short from The Illusion of Safety. In this exciting mash…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 10 with Dorothy Riviere 52:10

8M ago52:10

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Join the Safeopedia Community at https://members.safeopedia.com Follow the Yellow Brick Road On this episode of Safeonomics, Gabe and Scott sit down with the incredible Dorothy Riviere to dive into her fascinating and diverse career journey! 🌟Dorothy shares her experiences from different industries, offering invaluable advice for safety professiona…

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 11 7:31

9M ago7:31

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Presented by Rachel L. Conn, Andrea O. Chavez, Ashley D. Mitchell, Darius Rohani-Shukla, and Samuel S. Rose The latest phenomenon in artificial intelligence (“AI”), generative AI such as ChatGPT, has changed the …

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The Uncertainty of … Wayfinding Change: Mechanics and Gardeners 51:32

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On last month’s show we introduced wayfinding as the process of orienting oneself and navigating from one place to another. In this show we will take a closer look at navigating safety improvement change. Why do people unknowingly start by “nailing a screw with a hammer”? What are the different roles that a mechanic and a gardener play? How can you…

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Hard Hats & Heart - Episode 6 - Closing the PPE Equity Gap for Women in Trades 39:13

10M ago39:13

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In a new episode of Hard Hats and Hearts, Scott and Sarah sit down with Amy Rosa, Founder and CEO of The Safety Rack, to discuss the critical issue of PPE for women. Amy shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind The Safety Rack, a company focused on ensuring women have access to properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE).The …

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The Uncertainty of...Wayfinding through the Unknowns of Safety 1:00:02

10M ago1:00:02

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On last month’s show we talked about Humans as storytellers in the Safety Age of Cognitive Complexity. This month we’ll continue this theme in terms of wayfinding. Wayfinding is the process of orienting oneself and navigating from one place to another. Essential wayfinding tools are maps and a compass. Examples of compass direction is a safety impr…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 9 with Jamie Young 56:57

10M ago56:57

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Breaking Down Barriers: The Business Case for Safety Connect In this episode of Safeonomics, Gabe sits down with Scott and Jamie to dive into the challenges that safety professionals face when trying to earn valuable CEUs and connect with their peers. We discuss what new attendees can expect, how this virtual event saves time and money, and the top…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 8 with Megan Tranter 52:57

11M ago52:57

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In this episode of Safeonomics, Gabe and I had the incredible opportunity to chat with one of the industry's top leaders, Dr. Megan Tranter. She's held global EHS roles at powerhouse companies like Amazon, PepsiCo, Novartis, and Netflix, and her journey is nothing short of inspiring. Dr. Tranter opened up about the invaluable lessons she's learned …

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 10 11:25

11M ago11:25

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Addressing Employee Complaints: Retaliation and Whistleblower Complaints with the EEOC, OSHA, and MSHA Presented by Kara M. Maciel, Lindsay A. DiSalvo, Nicholas W. Scala, and Mark Ishu Over the past several years, employers have seen a significant uptick in retaliation claims filed by employees and investigated by federal agencies. For example, in …

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 9 10:24

11M ago10:24

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT 👉 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5017031692685/WN_4P-6BkiSRwu6L8sda5slOA#/registration Spotlight: Unique Aspects of State OSH Plans Presented by Anthony M. Casaletta, Victoria L. Voight, Megan S. Shaked, and Daniel C. Deacon Twenty-two states …

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VPPPA Safety+ Symposium 40th Anniversary 16:52

12M ago16:52

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Today I speak with Chris Williams Executive Director of VPPPA about their upcoming Safety+ conference and the amazing activities they have planned for their 40th anniversary celebrations! The Safety+ Symposium is the only EHS&S event that provides the tools and resources you need to bring your safety and health programs beyond compliance to excelle…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 7 with Brandy Katterhagen 46:17

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We’re back on another episode of Safeonomics, the podcast where we explore the intersection of business and workplace safety and highlight professionals who are making a difference in the safety field. In this episode, we sit down with Brandy Katterhagen, a highly accomplished safety professional with credentials that include an MPH, CSP, ASP, CIEE…

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Safety on the Edge: Pioneering the Future of Safety Practices 27:38

12M ago27:38

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A behind the scenes listen as Safety on the Edge founders, Corrie Pitzer and Malcolm Staves reveal how the idea began, why it's so important, and their secrets to success! Safety on the Edge: Pioneering the Future of Safety Practices All the info 👉 https://safetyontheedge.com In this episode, we dive into the innovative world of safety with our spe…

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Hard Hats & Heart - Episode 5 - Innovating Safety: Inside NSC's Safety Innovation Challenge 34:37

12M ago34:37

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Join us on "Hard Hats and Hearts" as we welcome Riley Schoenborn from the National Safety Council. As a leader at the MSD Solutions Lab, Riley has spearheaded the Safety Innovation Challenge, focusing on mitigating risks associated with Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) in the workplace. In this episode, Riley will delve into the workings and achieve…

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 8 9:13

12M ago9:13

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT 👉 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Preparing for and Managing Cal/OSHA Inspections Presented by the Cal/OSHA Team in Conn Maciel Carey’s national OSHA Practice Group Cal/OSHA has emerged from the pandemic with new tools, resources, and energy for …

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 7 9:57

1y ago9:57

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Monday, August 5, 2024, at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT 👉 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Process Safety Update: The Latest with OSHA's PSM Standard, EPA's RMP Rule, the Chemical Safety Board, and their California Counterparts Presented by Eric J. Conn, Rachel L. Conn, Valerie Butera, Beeta B. Lashkari, a…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 6 with Patrick Robinson 58:12

1y ago58:12

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In today's episode, we talk with Patrick Robinson about his remarkable 40+ year journey from a Journeyman Insulator to a Safety Professional, and ultimately to President of Contractor Management Ltd. and CQ Network Inc. Are you struggling to achieve consistently great outcomes with your contractors? Or are you aspiring to become a leader within you…

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Hard Hats & Heart: Prioritizing People: Human - Centered Design with Eric Fishman 54:21

1y ago54:21

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In this episode, we sit down with Eric Fishman, the Chief Strategy Officer at Aware360, to explore the importance of human-centered design and the philosophy of valuing employees first, customers second, and shareholders third. With over 15 years of experience in delivering safety and emergency response solutions worldwide, Eric brings a wealth of …

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The Uncertainty of...The OHS Profession Leave or Stay? 1:11:54

1y ago1:11:54

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Join us for a lively session on the next episode of The Uncertainty of … with Rosa Carrillo discussing The OHS Profession: Leave or Stay? on Friday, July 19 2024 at 11am ET, 4pm GMT. On last month’s show we talked about the message some employers are giving employees: “If they don’t like it, then go elsewhere.” This month we’ll discuss the employee…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 5 with Leslee Montgomery 1:03:38

1y ago1:03:38

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Welcome to another insightful episode of Safeonomics Season 2! Our hosts, Scott Cuthbert, Co-Founder of Safeopedia, and Gabe Encarnacion, president of BBL Safety, dive deep into the world of mental health in the construction industry with the esteemed Leslee Montgomery, famously known as "Leslee is Awesome." Leslee shares her journey from a junior …

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The Uncertainty of...Safety Evolution: Foreword or Backward? 1:02:12

1y ago1:02:12

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As humans we are good at imposing regulations, standards, policies, compliance rules, best practices which leads to Certainty. In this show we explore another region of the real world, one that isn't certain, consistent, predictable. If you have experienced confusion, dilemmas, paradoxes, you know what it feels like.…

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Hard Hats & Heart: Engineering Safety: Andrei Feraru and the Innovation of HAV-Sentry 47:20

1y ago47:20

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In this episode of Hard Hats and Hearts, we sit down with Andrei M. Feraru, the Founder and Managing Director of Feraru Dynamics Ltd. Andrei, a trailblazer in the field of workplace health and safety, has revolutionized the approach to combating Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) with his innovative HAV-Sentry glove. A mechanical engineer with a ri…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 4 with Jonathan Smith 51:06

1y ago51:06

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Join us for an engaging episode as we sit down with Jonathan Smith, the dynamic founder and CEO of J Smith Safety. Discover how Jonathan seamlessly balances his dual roles as a Director of Environmental Health and Safety at a meat processing plant and as an international safety consultant. In this episode, Jonathan shares invaluable insights on bui…

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The Uncertainty of...Implementing Safety initiatives: Recipe Follower or Chef? 58:53

1y ago58:53

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Join Gary Wong & Scott Cuthbert to discuss: When does it make sense to buy an "off the shelf" product? When should your approach be a multi-vendor "best of breed" approach?By Safeopedia Podcast

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Balancing the Budget and the Heart: A Shift in Perspective with Gabe 50:38

1y ago50:38

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In this episode of "Hard Hats and Hearts," we sit down with Gabe Encarnacion, a seasoned financial analyst who shifted towards a more human-centered approach in business management. Once a staunchly analytical professional focused on the bottom line, Gabe's perspective transformed dramatically after a personal experience that hit close to home—his …

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 6 9:53

1y ago9:53

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday May 22, 2024, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Cal/OSHA Mid-Year Update Presented by the Cal/OSHA Team in Conn Maciel Carey’s national OSHA Practice Group As we near the half-way mark through 2024, join us as we take stock of what has happened at Cal/OSHA in the fi…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 3 with Sarah Ballini-Ross 52:03

1+ y ago52:03

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Managers, Take Note: Your Workers Are Your Greatest Asset! Sounds great but it's much more difficult to put into practice than it sounds. In this first Safeopedia Podcast Mashup, Gabe and Scott talk with Sarah Ballini-Ross, host of the podcast "Hard Hats and Heart" about how investing in people, especially in the areas of safety and wellbeing, make…

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 5 6:37

1+ y ago6:37

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Tips and Strategies for Preventing and Responding to Workplace Violence Incidents Presented by Kara M. Maciel, Rachel L. Conn, and Daniel C. Deacon Workplace violence has been a focus for both the Occupational Safet…

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The Uncertainty of...Safety Culture Improvement Engineered or Emergent? 1:13:29

1+ y ago1:13:29

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Join us for a thought-provoking session on the next episode of The Uncertainty of show with James Burnell discussing Safety Culture Improvement: engineered or emergent? As humans we are experts at developing engineering solutions which provide a level of Certainty. A popular belief is that Management can envision an ideal safety culture. We can the…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 2 with Allison Short 43:10

1+ y ago43:10

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In this episode of Safeonomics, hosts Scott and Gabe are joined by the inspiring Allison Short, diving into an engaging conversation about career development, mentorship, and community in the safety profession. Here's what to expect: Allison's Journey: Discover how Allison's unique path led her to a fulfilling career in safety, highlighting the val…

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Hard Hats & Heart: Leading with Human-Centered Innovation 47:15

1+ y ago47:15

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Step into the world of practical innovation with "Hard Hats and Heart," where we unpack the essence of human-centered design. In our first episode, we welcome Beau Sitzmann, Founder and CEO of Evolutionary Tools Inc, who has transformed his personal challenges in the field into an innovative solution, BACK UP™. Beau's inspiring story highlights the…

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The Uncertainty of... Sustainability by ESG Investing 1:00:24

1+ y ago1:00:24

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As humans we are good at imposing regulations, standards, policies, compliance rules, best practices which enable Certainty to emerge. In this show we explore another region of the real world, one that isn't stable, consistent, predictable. If you have experienced confusion, dilemmas, paradoxes, you know what it feels like. One hypothesis to achiev…

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Safeonomics Season 2 | Episode 1 with Alison Hemmings 56:07

1+ y ago56:07

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In the latest episode of "Safeonomics," listen in on our conversation with our special guest Alison Hemmings, Career Coach Extraordinaire were Alison offers practical and insightful guidance tailored specifically for safety professionals aiming to secure their dream job.By Safeopedia Podcast

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 4 6:30

1+ y ago6:30

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2016989374514/WN_XDH4vEQlRB-10JW9ndFdLQ#/registration Top Cal/OSHA Violations Presented by the Cal/OSHA Team in Conn Maciel Carey’s national OSHA Practice Group While Cal/OSHA’s regulations must be at least as ef…

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 3 14:01

1+ y ago14:01

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below (Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT) https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... OSHA Recordkeeping, E-Recordkeeping, and Reporting Update Presented by Eric J. Conn, Lindsay A. DiSalvo, Valerie Butera, and Ashley Mitchell Last summer, OSHA finalized an amended E-Recordkeeping Rule, which expa…

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OSHA Quicktakes 2024 - Episode 2 16:00

1+ y ago16:00

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Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below (Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 9:30 am PT / 12:30 pm ET) https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6217037041731/WN_ymVkP4G5RHKM8bS21PnYTA#/registration Preparing for California's Indoor Heat Regulation Presented by Rachel L. Conn, Megan S. Shaked, and Andrea O. Chavez Although temperatures have cooled do…