The Safety Matters Show

Season two final program. Russ shares stories from some of his past slip, trip and fall cases and interviews Brent Johnson from Traction Auditing, L.L.C. about the importance of testing floors.

Russ speaks with former Assistant  Secretary of Labor for OSHA Ed Foulkes about workplace safety.

Russ talks public safety with U.S. congressional candidate Beth Van Duyne and the growing problem of clergy sexual abuse with Zach Hiner, Executive Director of the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP)

Russ talks with Danny Smith from the SafeStart company about how being distracted can increase the risk of an accident. 

Want to know where your elected officials stand on public safety! Russ interviews Texas District 24 U.S. House of Representative candidate Beth Van Duyne.

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Russ is interviewed by the Missouri Mutual Insurance Company about the growing slip, trip and fall problem their policyholders are facing.

Russ talks about public policy with two City of Southlake City Council candidates.

Russ talks about drinking water safety with internationally recognized water expert and NY Times best selling author Seth Siegel

Russ talks about fire safety standards with NFPA President and CEO Jim Pauly.

Join America's "Slip and Fall Guy" Russ Kendzior as he discusses safety matters in the news.

Christian Harris of Slip Safety.co.uk discusses how he helps business owners solve their slip and fall problems

Join America's "Slip and Fall Guy" Russ Kendzior as he discusses matters of safety in the news.

Join America's Slip and Fall Guy" Russ Kendzior as he discusses safety matters in the news.

Join America's "Slip and Fall Guy" Russ Kendzior as he discusses safety matters in the news.

Join America's "Slip and Fall Guy" Russ Kendzior as he discusses safety matters in the news.

Join America's "Slip and Fall Guy" Russ Kendzior as he discusses safety matters in the news.

Join America's "Slip and Fall Guy" Russ Kendzior as he discusses safety matters in the news.

Due to the growing success of the podcast world-wide Russ announces his new Safety Matters radio  which debuted on July 18th on AM 660 KSKY in the Dallas-Fort Worth market.

In a slip and fall lawsuit the Plaintiff has to prove that the Defendant violated the "Standard of Care" and was negligent. But what exactly is the standard of care in a slip,trip and fall lawsuit? Russ discusses the differences between laws, codes, and standards and how they can serve as the basis for defining the standard of care in a slip, trip and fall lawsuit.

The first step into a buildings entrance can be the most dangerous especially if it's been raining or snowing outside. However, having the proper entrance matting system can play an important role in preventing slips and falls. However, if improperly used floor matting can create a trip hazard. David Watterson, Sr. Vice President of International Sales for M+A Matting (www.mamatting.com) discusses the proper selection and safe use of commercial entrance matting.

It's common for property owners to want to blame their housekeeping staff when someone falls but often times their are not at fault.  Michael Patterson, President of the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) talks about how his industry addresses slips, trips and falls and the role of housekeepers as safety managers.

It is common for attorneys to hire a walkway auditor in a slip and fall lawsuit. But in the eyes of the court not all auditors are qualified. Hiring the right person can make or break your case!  Brent Johnson (WACH) from Traction Auditing (tractionauditing.com) shares his insight as to the role of a walkway auditor in a slip and fall lawsuit.

Slips, trips and falls is the leading cause of guest related injuries in the hospitality industry. If your a restaurant or hotel owner should you be doing more to prevent your guests from becoming injured? Christopher Price, WACH of Range Hospitality Advisors (rangehospitalityadvisors.com) discusses how the hospitality foodservice industry can prevent slips, trips and falls.

Those employed in the healthcare industry see the problem of slips, trips and falls as a chronic and often life threatening form of injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) over 8 million Americans seek emergency room treatment each year for an accidental fall which 33,000 will die.   Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Howard Harris discusses the growing epidemic of slips, trips and falls and the often devastating effects they have on those who have been injured.

We live in a time where most people just don't seem to care about other people's safety. Or do they? Dr. Mark Fagiano from Empathy Vision (empathyvision.com) discusses the reality behind the concept of empathy and how it plays into slip, trip and fall prevention.

Preventing slips, trips and falls is just got that much easier! Cory Davis from Real Time Risk Solutions (realtimerisksolutions/slips-trips-and-falls) reveals hows his innovative smartphone app can help businesses large and small better manage the risks associated with slips, trips, and falls.

Same level falls are a leading cause of both employee and patient injuries in the healthcare industry. Wendy Stephenson, Vice President of the Risk Management for The Risk Authority (theriskauthority.com)talks about how her company goes about preventing hospital slips, trips and falls.

Bathtubs and showers are routinely exposed to shampoos, conditioners, bath oils and other slippery substances and when combined with mineral deposits can create a slippery film. Often referred to as "Polymerization", these films are difficult to remove and are a leading cause of bathtub slip and fall events for the hospitality industry. Greg Wenthe from the Safe Step Company talks about how his company has been safety treating bathtubs and showers for the countries largest hotels.

Former Assistant Director of Labor Ed Foulke discusses OSHA's view of workplace slips, trips, and falls at the NFSI's 2015 Slip Trip and Fall Prevention Symposium. The Slip, Trip and Fall Symposium was held on the campus of Emory University on April 28, 2015. A video recording is available at nfsi.org. 

CNA Insurance Company's Assistant Vice President Shari Falkenburg speaks at the NFSI's 2015 Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention Symposium on how her company utilizes tribometry as a slip and fall prevention tool. The Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention Symposium was held on April 28, 2015 on the Campus of Emory University. A video of the presentation is available at nfsi.org.

Safety begins at ground level! The people that clean and maintain your floors each day are on the front line in the battle to prevent slips, trips and falls but are often overlooked.  Steve Spencer, Facilities Specialist formerly with State Farm Insurance discusses how he managed millions of square feet of flooring with a focus on safety and how by engaging your housekeeping and maintenance staff can reduce slip, trip and fall injuries.

San Antonio Texas based personal injury attorney Jason DeSouza discusses the issues surrounding slip and fall litigation and the challenges Plaintiffs face when filing a lawsuit.

It all begins at ground level! Marc Adelman from the Perkins Eastman architectural firm shares an architects view of slips, trips and falls and discusses the process used to select the proper type of flooring materials for their projects.

At the end of the day most of the financial costs associated with slip, trip, and fall injuries is paid by an insurance provider. Thad Whittier, AVP, Casualty Loss Control Risk management Group AWAC Services Company discusses how his company is helping their clients prevent  slips, trips and falls.

Legendary safety advocate Ralph Nader discusses his 1962 best-selling book "Unsafe at Any Speed" and the similarities between the auto industry of the 1960's and todays floor covering industry. 

Floor mats play a critical role in preventing entranceway slips and falls but are a leading cause of trips and falls. Using the right type of matting system can make a big difference! Heidi Shetler from the New Pig Corporation discusses her companies innovative line of low-profile floor matting 

Improper employee training is one of the primary causes of workplace slips, trips, and falls. Brian Kubiak from J.J. Keller & Associates talks about the importance of training workers in slip, trip and fall prevention.

Most slip and fall events are the result of a slippery floor which can be predicted by a simple test. Brent Johnson WACH, of Traction Auditing, LLC., discusses the importance slip resistance testing and how you can know just how slippery your floors really are.

Most slip, trip, and fall lawsuits are not fraudulent! But just because your hurt does not mean the property owner was negligent. Join Russ as he talks with defense attorney and former Galveston County District Attorney Charles Dunkel about slip, trip and fall litigation. 

Most slip, trip and fall lawsuits are not fraudulent! But just because your hurt does not mean the property owner was negligent. Join Russ as he talks with defense attorney and former Galveston County Assistant District Attorney Charles Dunkel about slip, trip and fall litigation.

Most slip, trip and fall lawsuits are not fraudulent! But just because your hurt does not automatically mean the property owner was negligent. Join Russ as he talks with defense attorney and former Galveston County Assistant District Attorney Charles Dunkel about slip, trip and fall litigation.  

Russ speaks with Kim Shambrook, the National Safety Council's Senior Director of Workplace Training & Consulting about preventing workplace slips, trips and falls.

You think only the elderly get hurt from accidental falls? Think again! America's Slip and Fall Guy Russ Kendzior talks with a college bound swimmer whose life forever changed after she slipped and fell at her high schools swimming pool.

Join America's Slip and Fall Guy Russ Kendzior as he discusses the concept behind the Slip and Fall Guy podcast.