Podcasts about ASSP

Jennifer McNelly, CAE, CEO of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), discusses the Intersociety Forum (ISF) and a recent report calling for a shift in how safety is embedded in business strategy. Representing nearly 30 safety and health organizations, the ISF advocates moving beyond legal compliance toward risk-based, proactive safety management systems. Jennifer explores why compliance alone hasn't lowered fatality rates and how industry consensus standards, predictive data insights, and integrated safety strategies can drive better outcomes—not just for workers, but for business performance. She also highlights why now is the time for unity and how safety professionals can become influential change agents within their organizations. This conversation is packed with actionable insights for safety leaders looking to align safety and strategic value—and to help shape the future of workplace protection.

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. 

Our 63rd episode features a fantastic panel of Dave Johnson, Dr. Pam Hunter, Randy Milliron, and Abby Holovach on Change, past change and potential future change. Thanks!

Our 62nd episode features a fantastic conversation with Randy Milliron, Part 2 of our previous conversation about professional organizations, public speaking, and more. Thanks, Randy!

Our 61st episode features a fantastic conversation with Ahna De Vena about the ever-relevant topic of Sleep Health. Thanks, Ahna!

Our 60th (!) episode features a fantastic conversation with Randy Milliron at the City of Gillette and the current ASSP Public Sector Practice Specialty's Assistant Administrator about his career journey and his work with ASSP. This episode is Part 1....the conversation had so much to discuss, we're setting up Part 2. :)

Our 58th episode features Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Melissa Gresham, Ph.D., CSP, about Safety Culture and Human Organizational Performance (HOP) Principles. Thanks!

Our 59th episode features a fantastic conversation with Olga Bodiagina and Dr. Pam Hunter on Gaslighting, how it appears in the workplace, and how it affects Safety Leadership. Thanks!

Our 56th episode features a fantastic discussion between Dr. Amber Mitchell (International Safety Center, EpiNet, and much more) and Dave Johnson (ISHN Magazine Editor and a long career in Journalism covering the field) on happenings in regulatory compliance, young (

Our 57th episode features Dr. Pamela Hunter, Dave Johnson, Abby Holovach, and Randy Milliron in a fantastic discussion about how the career field has changed over the past two decades. Thanks!

Our 55th episode features a very interesting and relevant conversation with Lisa Hammett, CPQC, on Burnout and how it manifests in our work and lives. Thanks, Lisa!

Our 54th episode features a fantastic discussion with Dr. Melissa Gresham on HOP, HRO, and Safety 1/Safety 2 Culture. Thanks, Dr. Gresham!

Keywords: safety consultant, Sheldon Primus, Chris McGlynn, Roco Rescue, COSS, Certified Occupational Safety Specialist, occupational safety, fall protection, confined space rescue, suspension trauma, ASSP volunteer, safety training, safety education, rescue operations, safety initiatives, fall rescue, confined space standards, workplace safety, safety expertise, occupational health, rescue specialist, COSS program, safety compliance, safety podcast, EHS consulting, safety standards, emergency response, volunteer safety, advanced safety training, industrial rescue, safety industry insights, professional safety In this insightful episode of the Safety Consultant with Sheldon Primus podcast, Sheldon sits down with Chris McGlynn, a seasoned professional at Roco Rescue and a dedicated advocate for safety education. As a former Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) instructor for Chris and much of his team, Sheldon dives deep into their shared history of fostering high-caliber safety expertise. Chris shares his journey towards a doctorate in occupational safety, his role in specialized rescue for fall protection and confined space operations, and his commitment to demystifying topics like suspension trauma. They discuss the critical importance of ongoing safety training, Chris's volunteer work with the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), and the safety standards that help ensure effective, life-saving rescue responses.

Welcome to our last Sunday Scary episode of the month! Today, we're hitting some intriguing and spooky trails you might not have heard of, and maybe some you have. We'll wander through the Norton Creek Trail in North Carolina, where stunning views come with ghostly legends, and check out the eerie vibes of the Ghost House Trail in Tennessee, where the past might still linger. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a curious listener, there's something here for everyone.Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier!Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcastFollow us on Facebook at Off the Trails PodcastIf you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail.com  Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have!  Episode Sources:Only In Your State, AllTrails, Weird NJ, Gatlinburg Go, Park Trust, WV State Parks, NPS, ASSP, Forest Service, Beaumont Enterprise, Hiking Texas, Moon Mausoleum, KFOX95, Little House of Horrors, Ghost Towns of Washington, American Hauntings Ink, History.com, KUOW, That Oregon Life, Seattle Times**We do our own research and try our best to cross reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.

Our 53rd episode features a fantastic conversation with the great Dr. I David Daniels, Doctor of Safety, Firefighter, Public Servant, author, teacher, podcast host, and much more! We talk Psychological Safety, Psychosocial Risk, and much more. Thanks, Dr. Daniels!

Our 52nd episode features a fantastic conversation with Victor Lawe of the City of Rocky Mount, NC, about safety leadership, advocacy, public speaking, and much more. Thanks, Victor!

It's back! Jill sat down with EHS professionals who were attending this year's ASSP's Safety Conference and Expo in Denver, Colorado. She talked with people from many different industries and asked what their favorite part of being a safety professional is, advice for other professionals, favorite success stories, and what the future of EHS looks like to them. thank you to those EHS pros who stopped by the HSI booth and contributed to this podcast. See you again next year!

It's back! Jill sat down with EHS professionals who were attending this year's ASSP's Safety Conference and Expo in Denver, Colorado. She talked with people from many different industries and asked what their favorite part of being a safety professional, advice for other professionals, favorite success stories, and what the future of EHS looks like to them. thank you to those EHS pros who stopped by the HSI booth and contributed to this podcast. See you again next year!

The American Society of Safety Professionals held its 63rd annual Safety conference and expo August 7-9 in Denver last week, and Occupational Health & Safety's Robert Yaniz, Jr. and David Kopf discuss Safety 2024's highlights, including its record-breaking attendance, the offerings on the expo floor, the conference, and the compelling opening keynote address. For anyone who couldn't make the show, this episode is jam-packed with details on what made Safety 2024 event so compelling. Sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a global self-funded nonprofit organization, established in 1896, devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. NFPA delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering their mission. Visit www.nfpa.org to learn more.

On episode 216 of EHS On Tap, Pam Walaski, CSP, FASSP, president of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), about her goals for the next year and the challenges facing occupational safety. This conversation was recorded at the ASSP's Safety 2024 conference in Denver.

For the past four years, the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has conducted an annual Corporate Listening Tour in which it surveys business leaders on their safety concerns. It then releases an annual report based on that tour. The 2024 edition of that report yielded some eye-opening and helpful workplace safety insights. Jennifer McNelly, the Chief Executive Officer of ASSP, joins the podcast to discuss what the association learned from corporate leaders this year, and the trends are thought-provoking, to say the least. They cover workplace safety applications of AI, empowering workplace safety and health leaders in the changing workplace, and much more. This is a conversation you don't want to miss.

This episode features the second half of our roundtable discussion on time management . Thanks to our fantastic panel!

Our 51st episode features a fantastic conversation with Scott DeBow at Avetta about his career, HOP, and much more. Thanks, Scott!

Jill had the pleasure of speaking with ASSP's 2024 Outstanding Safety Educator, Dr. Leslie Stockel! Leslie is an associate professor of professional practice at Oklahoma State University, and teaches in the Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology program. She shares how her father helped her find her passion through firefighting, which lead to her experiences as a safety professional in various industries. Leslie also talks about her journey to becoming an educator and the importance of teaching safety management and prevention activities. She highlights her recent research on significant incident and fatality (SIF) precursors in incident investigation reports, revealing the lack of consistent identification and addressing of these precursors. Leslie emphasizes the need for better investigations and communication of findings in the field of safety, and also mentions her upcoming research on virtual reality scenarios related to hazard events.

Jill had the pleasure of speaking with ASSP's 2024 Outstanding Safety Educator, Dr. Leslie Stockel! Leslie is an associate professor of professional practice at Oklahoma State University, and teaches in the Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology program. She shares how her father helped her find her passion through firefighting, which lead to her experiences as a safety professional in various industries. Leslie also talks about her journey to becoming an educator and the importance of teaching safety management and prevention activities. She highlights her recent research on significant incident and fatality (SIF) precursors in incident investigation reports, revealing the lack of consistent identification and addressing of these precursors. Leslie emphasizes the need for better investigations and communication of findings in the field of safety, and also mentions her upcoming research on virtual reality scenarios related to hazard events. Catch Leslie at the upcoming ASSP Safety 2024 conference as a speaker: "What Every Body Says About Safety: Harnessing the Power of Nonverbal Communication" on Friday, August 9th at 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.

In "The Evolution of a Safety Professional: Engaging Lessons and Perspectives," Todd Conklin hosts an enlightening conversation with returning guest, Nick Peasley. Two years after his initial appearance, Peasley comes back to the podcast, seasoned by experiences in the safety field, offering invaluable insights for new and veteran safety professionals. Their conversation revolves around the invaluable practice of expanding one's professional safety network. Peasley emphasizes the importance of attending safety organization events, such as those held by the NSC and ASSP, stepping out of one's comfort zone, and engaging with other professionals. Building relationships, exchanging ideas, and sharing experiences are noted as foundations of a strong network - a crucial asset in the safety profession. Peasley and Conklin highlight the benefits of introducing oneself to local colleagues and peers. Expanding the network can open doors to opportunities, mentorship, and friendships which prove pivotal in career advancement. Mixing exploration of local and global professional networks, the seasoned professionals recommend a balanced approach to networking in the safety sphere. Further, the duo dives into the integral role of failure in professional growth. Peasley introduces the concept of "psychological safety zones" that welcome learning and constructive acknowledgement of mistakes. He underscores the significance of self-reflection in identifying failures and the need for effective leadership that guides through the failure navigation. The conversation culminates in a visionary outlook for the future of the safety profession. This engaging episode serves as an excellent resource for those in the safety field, spotlighting the roles of professional relationships, ongoing learning, self-reflection, and immersive experiences in propelling career growth.

Matthew Herron, MS, PE, CSP, CPE joins us for a conversation on engineering and safety. Matt is currently the Lead Safety Engineer at Southwest Research Institute, a BCSP Ambassador, and the ASSP Region III Vice President. We discuss how an engineering mindset emphasizes prevention through design. Matt also gives advice on how to communicate with all levels of an organization and how to find mentorship for new safety professionals. February 18-24, 2024 is Engineers Week, with this year's theme being, "Welcome to the Future" - we think this episode is a perfect introduction to kick off Engineers Week and to encourage others to consider STEM fields! Engineers Week | National Society of Professional Engineers (nspe.org) To celebrate Engineer's Week (EWeek) the ASSP Engineering Practice Specialty is offering a special promo code to join the Engineering Practice Specialty for FREE!!! Promo Code: 242ENGPS Offer: 1 Free Engineering Practice Specialty ($20 value) and for those new to ASSP, the $25 App Fee is waived ($45 total value). Dates Valid: February 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024 Article that Matt mentions during the episode: "Keeping Employees Alive and Well" by Farman A. Moayed

A few months ago, we launched a podcast episode that featured some of our favorite people — you! We loved hearing your personal stories, ideas, and tips so we wanted to do it again. For this episode, Jill and our podcast producer, Emily, sat down with NSC Safety Congress and Expo attendees from all types of industries: oil and gas, environmental remediation, mining, engineering consulting, pet care, government agencies, and more. They chatted about success stories, advice for safety professionals, what the future of safety looks like, and their favorite parts of the job. And we're excited to announce we'll be doing this again at ASSP's Safety 2024 in Denver! If you plan on attending, stop by our booth — we'd love to chat with you!

A few months ago, we launched a podcast episode that featured some of our favorite people — you! We loved hearing your personal stories, ideas, and tips so we wanted to do it again. For this episode, Jill and our podcast producer, Emily, sat down with NSC Safety Congress and Expo attendees from all types of industries: oil and gas, environmental remediation, mining, engineering consulting, pet care, government agencies, and more. They chatted about success stories, advice for safety professionals, what the future of safety looks like, and their favorite parts of the job.And we're excited to announce we'll be doing this again at ASSP's Safety 2024 in Denver! If you plan on attending, stop by our booth — we'd love to chat with you!

Doug meets a new friend today, please welcome, ASSP Region 5 VP and former OSHA inspector turned professor, Todd Loushine to the program. Safety matters, and according to Todd, the best way to teach safety is by talking to the workers affected by safety concerns right away.Todd Loushine can be reached on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/twloushine/Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comPMLConstructionSRP Environmental NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govMak-U-Safe - https://makusafe.com/Liquid TruckingMid America Martial Arts: https://midamericamartialarts.com/Supporters:Ayars & Ayars: https://www.ayarsayars.com/Ben WittlerDale KuglerMark Damon________________________________This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mr. Sams joined SBA Communications Corporation in September of 2000. He currently has over thirty years of experience as a Safety and Health Professional in the recognition, evaluation and control of workplace risks and hazards, both domestically and internationally. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee with a BS in Public Health and MS in Safety Education. His qualifications include a thorough knowledge of industry (both domestic and international) regulations, consensus safety and health standards as well as risk management and insurance best practices and guidance.David has spent the last 23 years in the tower industry where he developed and implemented a complete risk assessment and a safety policy and procedure program, specifically designed for the telecommunications industry. He has had the privilege of speaking at many conferences, participating in round table discussions with industry leaders, setting on the boards of several different industry organizations, and serving as co-founder and Chairperson of the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship (TIRAP) program. In addition, he is a member of many other organizations, NATE, NWSA, WIA, TIA, and ASSP.

OSHA's new proposed clarification for PPE in the Construction standard reinforces that PPE MUST FIT. Failure to follow this simple statement is one the reasons why workers are injured when they believe they are protected. PPE shouldn't just be provided, it MUST fit the worker properly to function as it was designed! Joining me on the podcast to reveal the problems with poor fitting PPE and what can be done about it is Allison Short, Safety Management Consultant with MEMIC.  Episode Resources: DOL Proposal for Clarification of the Construction PPE Standard, 1926.95 : https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/national/07192023 OSHA's page on Women in Construction: https://www.osha.gov/women-in-construction/ppe NIOSH article on PPE Fit in the Construction Sector: https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2023/03/06/ppe-fit-construction/ ASSP's 2019 article on Fixing the Fit of PPE: https://www.assp.org/news-and-articles/how-can-we-fix-the-fit-of-personal-protective-equipment European Trade Union Institute article: https://www.etui.org/sites/default/files/ez_import/Hesamag_12_EN-34-37.pdf Business Insider article on Ukrainian uniforms: https://www.businessinsider.com/ukraine-rushing-women-uniforms-after-sizing-infection-complaints-military-war-2023-7 Neurosurgeon Dr. Grunch's tik tok video on radiation protection: https://www.tiktok.com/@ladyspinedoc/video/7246906972279377198 The Center for Construction Research and Training – great list of vendors, by clothing type, for construction PPE: https://www.cpwr.com/research/research-to-practice-r2p/r2p-library/resources-for-stakeholders-and-researchers/construction-personal-protective-equipment-for-the-female-workforce/  

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.

Doug is joined by Kelvin Thurman of Great Plains ASSP and Andy Wetjen from Protective Industrial Products (PIP) to talk all the new updates in PPE including hard hats, protective gloves, and more!Find more info on ASSP at greatplainsassp.org and more from PIP at pipusa.comDoug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comPMLConstructionSRP Environmental NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govMak-U-Safe - https://makusafe.com/Mid America Martial Arts: https://midamericamartialarts.com/Supporters:Ayars & Ayars: https://www.ayarsayars.com/Dale Kugler________________________________A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This month's podcast looks a little different, as Jill was able to sit down with 20 EHS professionals who were attending ASSP's Annual Safety Conference and Expo. She met with people from many different industries, including construction, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace, as well as an assistant professor, a Ph.D. student, and even the editor in chief of a safety publication. Tune in to discover their favorite part of being a safety professional, advice for other professionals, their EHS heroes, and what the future of EHS looks like to them. Plus, find out how you could have a chance to contribute your own EHS story during an upcoming live podcast recording!

This month's podcast looks a little different, as Jill was able to sit down with EHS professionals who were attending ASSP's Annual Safety Conference and Expo. She met with people from many different industries, including construction, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace, as well as an assistant professor, a Ph.D. student, and even the editor in chief of a safety publication. Tune in to discover their favorite part of being a safety professional, advice for other professionals, their EHS heroes, and what the future of EHS looks like to them. Plus, find out how you could have a chance to contribute your own EHS story during an upcoming live podcast recording!

Brenda talks with Doug about membership, networking, and her first 10 years as a safety professional.Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comPML ConstructionSRP Environmental NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govMak-U-Safe - https://makusafe.com/Mid America Martial Arts: https://midamericamartialarts.com/Supporters:Ayars & Ayars: https://www.ayarsayars.com/Dale Kugler________________________________A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On episode 164 of EHS On Tap, James Thornton, incoming president of the American Society of Safety Professionals, talks about what he hopes to accomplish in the next year. This episode was recorded at the ASSP Safety23 conference in San Antonio.

OH&S Executive Editor David Kopf sits down with OH&S Associate Content Editor Alex Saurman to discuss one of his key takeaways from the American Society of Safety Professionals' Safety 2023 Conference and Expo held from June 5 to 7, 2023.

Today's Episode is brought to you by ASSP.Doug is joined by Andrew Wirts of NASCO, Denise Statham with Bulwark Protect, and Ed Armendariz of HDR to discuss the importance of protective clothing in the workplace.Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comPML ConstructionSRP Environmental NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govMak-U-Safe - https://makusafe.com/Mid America Martial Arts: https://midamericamartialarts.com/Supporters:Ayars & Ayars: https://www.ayarsayars.com/Dale Kugler________________________________A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John Hauser & Kelvin Thurman join to talk about recent updates to the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP). John & Kelvin share stories of when they encountered hazards within their careers, and how they ensured the safety of everyone involved. Want to learn more about the ASSP Greater Plains Chapter? Visit their website:https://greatplains.assp.org/Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comFalewitch Construction Services - John Falewitch https://www.falewitch.comWork Safe Consulting - Danni Arroyo at 402-802-6316NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govMak-U-Safe - https://makusafe.com/Mid America Martial Arts: https://midamericamartialarts.com/Supporters:Ayars&Ayars: https://www.ayarsayars.com/Dale Kugler________________________________A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John and Rob join Doug to discuss ANSI Fall Protection changes.Learn more at https://greatplains.assp.org/Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comFalewitch Construction Services - John Falewitch https://www.falewitch.comWork Safe Consulting - Danni Arroyo at 402-802-6316NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govMak-U-Safe - https://makusafe.com/Mid America Martial Arts: https://midamericamartialarts.com/Supporters:Ayars&Ayars: https://www.ayarsayars.com/Dale Kugler________________________________A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we cover insights from ASSP leaders, OSHA 2023 budget, and the trench collapse.

In this episode, Mary Conquest speaks with experienced Safety Director Stephanie Benay, one of Canada's foremost HSE experts and current Governor of the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals.Stephanie reflects on her 25-year journey as a female safety professional. She describes what the safety world was like for women a quarter of a century ago and explores how the workplace safety environment has changed over the last few decades.Despite improvements over time, gender inequality persists within the safety industry, and Stephanie reveals where, how and why these barriers for women are still prevalent.In this raw interview, Stephanie doesn't shy away from discussing uncomfortable truths such as female harassment in the workplace. However, her rise to senior leadership is an uplifting story that will inspire safety professionals across all demographics.Stepanie also shares fantastic safety leadership tips and stresses the importance of change management skills and developing financial acumen. She urges HSE professionals to believe in yourself, have courageous conversations and, most importantly: be curious.The American Society Of Safety Professionals 2019 report entitled Women and Safety in the modern workplace:Assp_women_and_safety_report_0419.pdfThe 3 books recommended by Stepanie:An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield:An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth: Amazon.com: Chris Hadfield: 9781447257103: BooksHow Women Rise by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith:https://www.amazon.com/How-Women-Rise-Habits-Holding/dp/1847942253Bent Out of Shape by Karen Messing:https://www.amazon.com/Bent-Out-Shape-Solidarity-Womens/dp/1771135417Women in Occupational Health and Safety Society's website:WOHSS – Women in Occupational Health & Safety SocietyStephanie Benay on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephbenaySafety Labs is created by Slice, the only safety knife on the market with a finger-friendly® blade. Find us at www.sliceproducts.comIf you have any questions, please email us at safetylabs@sliceproducts.com

This week we cover safety at the World Cup, the cost of heat stress, ASSP's DEI summit and our latest webinar.  

Lauren Bauerschmidt, Senior Manager of Standards and Technical Publications at ASSP, joins us to discuss hazards you can find during Halloween activities and on the job site, and shares steps you can take to mitigate those hazards.

The US OSHA is having its annual Safe and Sound Week 8/15-8/21. Safe and Sound week is a nationwide event that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs and offers information and ideas on how to keep America's workers safe. This week should be used to start safety initiatives, check on existing safety and health programs, and get workers to participate in safety activities. Sheldon gives you some ideas for this week. Also visit www.sheldonprimus.com/events to learn about 2 events happening in September.

Peter Sturm, President and CEO of Sturm Consulting, Inc. and co-author of the third edition of ASSP publication “Accident Investigation Techniques: Best Practices for Examining Workplace Incidents,” joins us to discuss the steps and techniques for conducting an effective incident investigation and how to use the data gathered from investigations to prevent future incidents. Accident […]

Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the highlights from DOL Assistant Secretary of Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker's session at Safety 2022.  A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive enhanced content. Utilize dynamic search functionality, bookmarking, and the ability to share and collaborate with others to save time and get the job done right. With NFPA LiNK, you can go by the book without the book to get the job done right faster and more efficiently. Learn more at nfpa.org/link

In the third-annual ASSP update Stephanie and Lauren from ASSP to hear all things SAFETY 2022. If you're going to be in Chicago in June, you better be there. And don't forget to get your tickets for SJL IRL. They're going fast! https://www.ticketweb.com/event/sjl-irl-2022-reggies-banannas-comedy-shack-tickets/12029985