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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 […]

Emergency preparedness is a term you're likely familiar with regarding Health & Safety, but its application is also a key part of the Best Practice Environmental Management Standard, ISO 14001.  ISO 14001 aims to help organisations reduce their overall impact on the environment, and this includes mitigating and responding to any incidents that may adversely affect factors such as biodiversity and water quality in areas where your business is based. While not applicable to every industry, there are many which need to take greater responsibility in the event of an environmental incident. ISO 14001 provides key guidance in how to create effective processes to ensure you respond swiftly, and in alignment with the law. In this episode Ian Battersby explains what is meant by emergency preparedness and response within ISO 14001, and how that can apply to your business. You'll learn ·      What is emergency preparedness and response in ISO 14001? ·      How do you approach Clause 8.2 in ISO 14001? ·      Planning for an environmental emergency ·      Definitions of different types of emergency ·      How can you prevent an environmental emergency?   Resources ·      Isologyhub ·      Learn more about ISO 14001   In this episode, we talk about: [02:05] Episode Summary – Ian explains the purpose of clause 8.2 in ISO 14001, emergency preparedness and response. [02:35] What is meant by ‘emergency preparedness and response' in ISO 14001?: Many will be familiar with emergency preparedness and response in relation to Health and Safety. In Standards such as ISO 45001, it's about ensuring there are plans in place to reasonably foresee and prevent any serious harm to a person or persons affected by our activities The aim with Clause 8.2 in ISO 14001 is to minimise the risk an organisation poses to the environment. Though, these aren't mutually exclusive and some environmental response plans can prevent harm to both people and the environment. Ian seeks to clarify this clause further as many have a tendency to point towards their fire evacuation plan and fire drills as the first piece of evidence when demonstrating conformity to clause 8.2 in ISO 14001. While fire is very violent to the environment once it's occurred, the evacuation of people during such an event building offers little in the way of an environmental response. [05:10] Breaking down Clause 8.2: Clause 8.1 states: “The organization shall establish, implement and maintain the process(es) needed to prepare for and respond to potential emergency situations identified in 6.1.1.” Like with many Standards, it references an early clause where you should be identifying the relevant emergency situations. Clause 6 focuses on risk and opportunities, and in the case of ISO 14001 this is where you'll establish your environmental aspects and compliance obligations. Specifically, Clause 6.1.2 states: “Within the defined scope of the environmental management system, the organization shall determine the environmental aspects of its activities, products and services that it can control and those that it can influence, and their associated environmental impacts.” This would take into consideration any abnormal conditions and reasonably foreseeable emergency situations. So, this is where you should already have established the emergency situations for which you need to plan for.  Risk management is a core of the standards and planning for emergency situations is a core of risk management.  You don't write plans in isolation; you will have already established what's important. [07:30] Planning for emergency: As stated in Clause 8.2: “The organization shall plan: a)    to take actions to address its risks b)    how to: 1)    integrate into environmental management system or other business processes; 2)    evaluate the effectiveness of these actions.” This is all part of the familiar PDCA cycle. From Ian's perspective as an auditor, he won't look at emergency plans first, instead looking at an organisations Aspects & Impacts Assessment. The standard isn't prescriptive on how you assess the impact of what you do or the risks.  The methodology is your choice, but it is very explicit in that the content must include abnormal conditions and reasonably foreseeable emergency situations. [09:40] What are the definitions for different types of emergency situations? Normal situations are when everything operates as intended, Business as usual, the day-to-day activities you expect: E.G. Standard operation of machinery, a vehicle getting from A to B without issue. Abnormal situations are when things aren't quite right, not catastrophic, but not business as usual; you can still achieve your intended outcome, but maybe not as quickly or efficiently: E.G. machinery running inefficiently or perhaps using more fuel or lubricant than usual. They don't necessarily require an emergency plan, but you may want to monitor the severity of such situations and their potential for significant impact if unaddressed. Emergency situations are serious events requiring immediate attention and which could cause significant environmental impacts. The type of emergency situation that could possibly occur will depend on the type of organisation, but common ones include fire or chemical / fuel spill. [11:30] What is required by the Standard? – As stated: You are required to: A) plan to respond to prevent or mitigate adverse environmental impacts from emergencies; (not human) B) respond to actual emergencies; C) prevent or mitigate the consequences of emergencies; D) periodically test the planned response; E) review and revise the process, in particular after the occurrence of emergency or test; F) provide relevant information and training, to relevant interested parties, including persons working under its control. [13:00] Examples of Emergency Situations – We'll look at a common one, fire. There are still 22,000 workplace fires in the UK each year, which is a significant environmental impact. That amounts to approximately 2,700 tonnes of carbon emissions annually. This in addition to the atmospheric toxins, ground/water contamination, resource loss, waste etc.  So, in considering fire as an environmental emergency, these are the impacts. IOSH states that the most common cause for workplace fires is faulty or misused electrical equipment, followed by flammable/combustible materials, dirt and clutter, human error, smoking and cooking. One thing to note about those causes is that they are generally required to be controlled by specific legislation. So, you would be looking for a link between compliance obligations (or legal) register, the Aspects & Impacts Assessment and the controls in place to minimise the risks identified in both. Faulty electrics would stand out, so you would look at what measures could be put in place to prevent such faults occurring, including: ·      Preventive maintenance of equipment ·      Inspection and testing of electrical fixed wiring ·      Portable appliance testing By demonstrating the processes in place to address these, you can evidence compliance obligations and the planning to reduce the possibility of an emergency situation arising. However, a fire may still occur [15:40] Example emergency situation – Prevention: – You should look at the planning to prevent such a situation escalating into a full-blown emergency in order to prevent the environmental impact. This could include: ·      The maintenance, inspection and testing of fire detection or suppression systems ·      The inspection and servicing of firefighting equipment. ·      Firefighting equipment training for personnel Based on what you know about the causes of fire, you should examine smoking policies/practices, catering equipment maintenance, housekeeping, hazardous material management etc. Proof of fire drills alone enough when it comes to emergency preparedness and response in ISO 14001. Especially from an auditor's perspective, as how can you prove that your fire drills are useful in minimising the impact on the environment? [17:15] Other emergency situations – Spillage: An area where you can more readily see that preparedness and response directly affects the environmental outcome is where there has been a spillage of some kind. A spill of a lubricant on a shop floor, for instance, has the potential to cause a slip hazard, affecting the safety of people.  The preventive measures, again, have similarities regardless of whether we're talking safety or environment, but do differ in that we're trying to prevent the lubricant then reaching the outside world and contaminating ground or water; that's the environmental impact.  Waste disposal associated with the mopping of a spill; you may be dealing with hazardous waste, which must be disposed of in a controlled fashion under the law. If you'd like assistance with ISO 14001, get in contact with us, we'd be happy to help. 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For companies with workers and job sites all over the world, how do you take care of every employee?Emerging technologies and digital tools are a critical part of the solution, but it all must be integrated into a sound, resilient strategy that relies on track record and local experience. This strategy needs to span time zones - and clients/partners - to ensure the health, safety and security of every colleague is paramount, no matter if they're a hybrid employee, based in an office or working on a job site.  To ensure this strategy works on the ground, you also need the right partners. Our guests for this episode are Joe Olivarez, Executive Vice President and Leader of Health, Safety, Security, Environment & Enterprise Quality at Jacobs, Dr. Myles Druckman, Global Medical Director and SVP at International SOS and Polly Willis, Strategic Account Manager and Market Lead at International SOS.

ISO consultancy isn't a field many aspire to enter, mostly because many don't know it exists until you're tasked with either managing an existing ISO Management System or implementing a brand new one.  We're continuing with our latest mini-series where we introduce members of our team, to explore how they fell into the world of ISO and discuss the common challenges they face while helping clients achieve ISO certification.   In this episode we introduce Sarah Ball, a Senior Isologist® at Blackmores, to learn about her journey towards becoming an ISO Consultant and what drives her to help clients on their ISO journey.   You'll learn ·      What is Sarah's role at Blackmores? ·      What does Sarah enjoy outside of consultancy? ·      What path did Sarah take to become an ISO Consultant? ·      What is the biggest challenge she's faced when implementing ISO Standards? ·      What is Sarah's biggest achievement?   Resources ·      Isologyhub ·      Productivity Ninja   In this episode, we talk about: [00:30] Episode Summary – We introduce Sarah Ball, a Senior Isologist® here at Blackmores, to discuss her journey towards becoming an ISO consultant who specialises in ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 27001. [03:45] What is Sarah's role at Blackmores? Sarah is a Senior Isologist® with Blackmores, supporting companies with maintaining systems, undertaking internal audits, and supporting with implementing new systems to gain certification utilising our Isology methodology. Sarah also coordinates the development of content of our online learning platform, the isologyhub. [04:50] What does Sarah enjoy doing outside of consultancy?: Sarah has a keen interest in history, having studied it at school, she like to travel to various locations of historical interest. She also spends a lot of time researching her own family tree, learning as much as she can about the far reaching members of the past. Sarah also likes to go jogging outside, as the gym environment didn't inspire much enjoyment, she instead prefers to be in nature while exercising. She has also participated in long distance running for charity, completing the 10k Race for Life. She's taking on the more daunting muddy 5K version this year, which includes a number of obstacles, so we're wishing her luck! One of the new hobbies she's like to take up this year include mountain climbing, with Mount Snowdon on her to-do list. [06:35] What was Sarah's path towards becoming an ISO Consultant?: Sarah initially started in Customer Services, working as a customer service advisor in a company and then got promoted to manager of a team. At that point, her role became more about understanding why they were getting certain complaints and what could be done to prevent them happening rather than just resolving them. She ended up spending more time with suppliers and other departments to help prevent some of the recurring issues, and along the line it lead onto being asked to implement an ISO 9001 Quality Management System. Which was a tall request considering the fact that at the time, Sarah knew nothing about ISO 9001 outside of it's designation and area of focus. As a result, she spent a lot of time researching it, and had the help of an external consultant to Implement the Management System. This was necessary, as knowing how to apply it to a business was something that she needed support with. 2 years later, the company asked Sarah to implement an ISO 45001 Health & Safety management system and an ISO 14001 environmental management system. These two she implemented herself after getting a feel for it during the initial quality management system implementation. For the next 10 years, Sarah worked in other companies, assisting with their integrated management systems. Along the way, she also picked up on ISO 27001 Information Security, before landing in Blackmores in 2020. [09:10] A path people fall onto – Most people don't actively plan to get into ISO consultancy, it's usually a result of being tasked with managing or implementing a management system while working in another role.  [10:10] What is Sarah's favourite aspect of being a Consultant? – Sarah enjoys the variety, not just in the work and tasks but in the companies and industries that she gets to work with. Each have their own way of working, unique approaches and knowledge nuggets in the form of ways of working that can be cherry picked and applied elsewhere. She also likes to see how a management system develops and evolves overtime and how it can become part of a company's success, driving continual improvement. Sarah enjoys working with people that can see the real benefits of ISO management systems, rather than just focusing on the certificate on the wall. [13:40] Making a Management System your own – Sarah is a big proponent of making a Management system your own, giving it an identity so that it can be fully integrated into the way a business works. Businesses do it all the time, usually by naming large projects that everyone can reference by a common shorthand. A Management System can work in the same way, making it a part of the day-to-day running of the business. She's also a fan of not worrying about the terminology in Standards. Many of the terms used are meant to be general, this was due to the way international audiences referred to certain aspects of management, it wouldn't always translate correctly. So many Standards have some admittedly awkward terminology that can be applied to any business, and you by no means have to use their wording, as long as you can explain what relates to what in an audit then you're free to name things as appropriate to you.   [16:55] What Standards does Sarah specilaise in and why? Starting with: ·      ISO 9001 Quality: This is the main standard that Sarah starting working with, and is one that touches on a lot of areas within other Standards. It's a great base to build off of, and is the starting point for many venturing into the world of ISO. ·      ISO 14001 Environmental: Sarah got experience with this Standard at her first company, it's also commonly implemented alongside ISO 9001.   ·      ISO 45001 Health & Safety: Another one of the first Standards Sarah implemented, it's also a common one to see in integrated management systems.   ·      ISO 27001 Information Security: Sarah got to grips with this Standard through years of working with other companies. Sarah's favourite Standard is ISO 9001, not only because it was her first experience with implementing ISO Standards, but because it create a blueprint for success. ISO Standards are setting the minimum requirement, not the maximum, they are designed get you started so you can make continual improvements. It also acts as a foundation to build onto, you can pick aspects of other Standards to integrate into your existing system. You don't necessarily have to certify to those additional Standards, but nothing is stopping you from strengthening your Management System with the best bits from other ISO's. [21:00] Sarah's favourite clause in ISO 9001: Sarah personally favors Clause 10 – non-conformity and corrective action. The reason behind that choice is due to that clauses' importance in driving continual improvement. It's about taking something negative being turned into a positive, which is what Quality Management is at it's core. [22:05] What is the biggest challenge Sarah had faced during a project and how did he overcome it?: Molding the Standard to the business. As a consultant, the biggest challenge is understanding how to make the requirements of a Standard fit the business, and not the other way round. It's all about trying to align the ISO Standard requirements to their values and mission, and then getting people on board with understanding the true benefits of management system implementation. At Blackmores, we ensure that each management system is unique to each business. We don't operate with a copy paste model. This is another reason why Sarah encourages naming your management system, by branding it you encourage engagement. Sarah highlights the fact that we run a lot of workshops in the initial part of a project, conducting a Gap Analysis, SWOT and PESTLE ect, this helps our consultants to really get a feel for how a business ticks. From that, we can help steer the delivery of the Management System to the wider business, by building it into their existing tools, such as an intranet. [25:45] Leading by example: We revamped our own ISO 9001 Management System a few years ago, with both Rachel Churchman and Sarah Ball leading the refresh. We gave it a name, H20 (How 2 Operate) and integrated it with our Microsoft Teams channels as we'd all swapped to mostly remote work following the COVID pandemic in 2020. As Sarah points out, there are many different ways to display and deliver your management system, including: ·      Microsoft Teams ·      Intranet ·      Google / Google Drive ·      SharePoint ·      CRM's such as Monday.com The key is building it into the day-to-day tools everyone uses. Make the Management System part of your processes, so adhering and maintaining it becomes part of everyone's way of working. [28:55] What is Sarah's proudest achievement? Obtaining her degree through the Open University while still working full time. It took Sarah 8 years of hard work to obtain her honours degree in History, which was one not required by her work or career development. It was simply something she wanted to do to prove to herself that she could achieve it. Many other members of Blackmores can attest to Sarah's level of determination, and organisation, as she shares many tips and techniques learned from her years of study and work. This includes: The Productivity Ninja – Learned from Graham Allcott's book, which seeks to help reduce procrastination, and tackle tasks with efficiency. The Second Brain – A tool to help keep track of ideas / tasks that aren't an immediate priority. These tools are now used by a number of the team, and we have no doubt Sarah will be schooling us on more techniques in future. If you'd like any assistance with implementing ISO standards, get in touch with us, we'd be happy to help! 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On New York University Week: The more people with access to mental health services, the better. Amanda Mauri, assistant professor and faculty fellow at the School of Global Public Health, discusses the rise in care. Amanda Mauri is an Assistant Professor/Faculty Fellow at the New York University School of Global Public Health. Her interdisciplinary research […]

With the first four modules of the Advanced Management Programme completed, we catch up with four General Managers who were attendees on the respective courses.  These are; Food & Beverage, Governance, Health & Safety and Marketing. Gareth Morgan, Professional Development Manager for GCMA joins the discussion where we explore the learnings that have come out of the modules and how these can be applied back at club level.  The guests also discuss the huge value in the networking and peer to peer connection. A big thank you to all our guests and their clubs: Food & Beverage:  Chris Cooper (GM at Shooters Hill GC) Governance:  Chris Huggins (GM at Ferndown GC) Health & Safety:  Claire Docker (GM at Robin Hood GC) Marketing:  Roger Hyder (GM at Canterbury GC)  www.gcma.org.uk www.golfclubtalk.uk golfclubtalkuk@gmail.com @golfclubtalkuk 

5 Tips for Health & Safety at Work Is Health and Safety top of mind? What does this look like? Yes, inspections get done. There's always somebody that's responsible for health and safety where you work. If you are an entrepreneur, it is on top of your list. Everything is always absolutely safe, right? Everybody's happy to implement all the health and safety measures, because they have lots of time and it is always in the budget. People are not busy at all... Said no-one ever!!! Listen to the Podcast to discover 5 tips to improve your health and safety at work.   About the Host: Certified Speaking Professional CSP®, Recipient of the Most Empowering Confidence Coach in North America in 2023 and 2021 Canadian Presenter of the Year, Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas is a Confidence Expert. She is the author of 18 books, including 12 no.1 bestsellers and a book co-written with Kevin Harrington from the Shark Tank, endorsed by Tony Robbins. She is the Founder and CEO of the THINK Yourself® ACADEMY, offering keynotes and trainings, leading-edge online courses, laser-focus business strategy and one-on-one transformation coaching.   Along the past two decades, she has inspired over 100,000 audience members and empowered thousands of clients internationally to get rid of their negative self-talk. She combines over 10 years of experience in human resources, 25 years of experience in sales and over 30 years of distinguished service in the fitness industry. She is Vice-President on the national board of directors of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers and received the 2022 and 2023 President's Award.   Links: nathalie@thinkyourself.com Web: www.thinkyourself.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkYourselfAcademy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaliept/ Instagram: @nathaliepthinkyourself   Book your FREE 15-min Virtual Coffee: www.thinkyourself.com/schedule   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Dive into Episode #131 of the Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast, featuring host Dr. I. David Daniels, PhD, CSD, VPS, and special guest Jackie Garrick, the founder of Whistleblowers of America, who discusses the concept of whistle-blowing, the value that it creates for organizations, and how it can fortify psychological health and safety. Individuals who choose to blow the whistle encounter various risks, including retaliation from employers, which may take the form of harassment or job termination, as well as possible blacklisting in their industry, complicating efforts to secure future employment. They may face legal actions, damaging their reputations and impacting their professional and personal relationships. Financial burdens also pose a concern, as whistleblowing often results in lost wages and significant legal expenses. Moreover, the emotional and psychological impact of exposing wrongdoing can be profound, potentially leading to stress and anxiety. Nevertheless, whistleblowers play a vital role in fostering accountability and uncovering misconduct, and some legal protections and incentives are available to help alleviate these challenges. Whistleblowers of America was created to support those who need it in the sometimes complex pursuit of what they believe is right.

Dive into Episode #127 of the Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast, featuring host Dr. I. David Daniels, PhD, CSD, VPS, and special guest Juliette Gust, a forensic accountant, experienced fraud investigator, rCo-Founder & President of Ethics Suite, a Hotline Reporting Intake & Case Management System. Reporting misconduct can be quite challenging due to a variety of factors: · Fear of Retaliation: Whistleblowers often worry about losing their jobs, facing demotion, or experiencing harassment from colleagues or superiors. · Isolation: Speaking out against wrongdoing can lead to social isolation within the workplace, as peers may distance themselves to avoid association with the whistleblower. · Psychological Stress: The process of whistleblowing can be emotionally draining, causing anxiety, stress, and mental health issues. · Lack of Protection: Not all organizations or countries have strong legal protections for whistleblowers, making it risky. · Doubts About Impact: Whistleblowers may fear that their efforts will not lead to meaningful change or that their concerns will be ignored or dismissed. Ethics Suite is a system that allow misconduct reporting to go through a third party to help not only collet and record reporting, but to help build trust in the orgazantion's willness to address issues.

The end of another year has rolled around in the blink of an eye! We've managed to publish a whopping 42 episodes this year, pushing us over the 200 episode mark.  We want to thank all our listeners, both old and new, for allowing us to continue to share both ISO tips and success stories from our wonderful clients. We hope you'll follow along as we continue our podcasting journey in 2025. To close out the year, Ian Battersby and Steve Mason share some of their stories of misadventures during audits, from common mistakes, to broom battles and forklift mishaps, they really have seen it all! Listen, laugh and learn what not to do during an audit. You'll learn ·      What not to do in an audit   Resources ·      Isologyhub   In this episode, we talk about: [02:05] Episode Summary – Ian and Steve share some of their experiences from their time as auditors. From common mistakes to outlandish situations that you'd have to see to believe, listen and learn what shouldn't happen during an audit.  [03:40] Lazy Copycats: Steve recounts a time where a company had copy and pasted their Management Review for years, which rightfully earned them a non-conformity. Ian shares a similar story where a construction company submitting a tender had copy pasted the content and included the wrong company name! The copying doesn't stop there, as Steve remembers a company Quality Manual that managed to include multiple company names. It was found that they'd simply copy and pasted example pages they'd found online that looked good, but didn't bother to update any of the content to be relevant to them. [06:30] Training Troubles – Ian recounts a time where he was auditing a subcontractor for a construction company that required a record of training. The induction was very important and obviously needed to be documented. When he checked the documents, though all the forms had different names, all the signatures suspiciously had the exact same handwriting! Turns out the Director was signing them all off, which is obviously in breach of a number of health and safety related regulations. [08:00] IT Security slip-ups – Steve recounts a time where a Finance Director had good intentions, but poorly implemented his idea. The Finance Director didn't trust their IT system back-up and instead backed-up all his information on a memory stick. Steve had pointed out the flaws with this, such as losing the memory stick, data getting corrupted ect. It just simply isn't a safe or reliable way to store such important information. [09:05] Disconnected Leadership – Ian shares a time where an auditor caught the lack of leadership commitment to their management system. Despite it being a very nice looking management system by all accounts, the cracks showed enough for an outsider to spot the flaws. Steve adds that sometimes, you can over engineer a management system to a point past useful. It needs to work for your business, otherwise people will work around it to get what they need done. Steve had a rather obvious example if this when he required a chat with a member of leadership, who refused on the day initially, despite it being scheduled for 6 months. The person relented a few minutes over lunch where he posed his complete commitment to BS 5750 – A standard that existed 20 years ago and had since been replaced by ISO 9001. Very telling for his level of ‘commitment'. As we have covered in a previous episode – Leadership commitment is imperative to a successful management system. [11:40] Skip Diving for Secrets – Steve shares his experience of conducting a skip diving exercise, which is following a document waste trail. At a certain company, they ended up looking in an actual skip only to find what looked like a lot of confidential documents, when questioned someone had said that they looked like they belonged in the CEO's filing cabinet. When questioned, the CEO remarked ‘I didn't want you to catch me with anything that I shouldn't have, so I threw it all out last night'. This warranted a non-conformity as anyone could have gone past and fished out that confidential information just as Steve had. Ian also adds a time where he worked in the NHS and a local hospital had an accident where a lot of confidential medical files ended up scattered across the floor. These were documents that should have been disposed of securely. [14:05] PPE? You've got to be kidding me! – Ian recounts a time working for a manufacturing company that was part of a large international firm. Their UK operation had to abide by strict PPE requirements, proper shoes, eye protection ect. It was something that everyone on the premises had to adhere to. One day, a Director walked in with none of the PPE which was clearly labelled on many of the signs decorating the shop floor. He had incorrectly assumed that because of his position, he could walk around with no PPE whatsoever. Fortunately the shop floor supervisor set him right and sent him to get properly suited up. [15:35] Data Centre security says no – Steve recalls a time when a member of top management went to visit one of their own data centre's, on getting to the gate the security had told him ‘I don't care who you are, your name isn't on the list so you're not getting in.' That person hadn't gone through the process of being approved for entry. Yet, predictably, they sent complaints everywhere, but the head of the UK branch had quite rightly praised the security personnel for simply following protocol. [16:55] Private bank details? Don't mind if I do! – While Steve was auditing physcial security for an office, a printer ended up printing the payroll of every employee at the business. This wasn't in a private room, this was in the middle of the office, so anybody could walk up and see bank account details and salaries! When questioned, it turned out their Finance Director was working from home, and hadn't bothered to contacts anyone to retrieve the documents. So unsurprisingly, they received a non-conformity. [19:55] Do not goad the auditor -  A bit of advice from Steve “Never say ‘this is our most secure room' to an auditor” – that is essentially a challenge, and one that you'll likely lose if you don't follow your own processes. Steve put this to the test when someone had claimed only 3 people had access to a certain room. Out of curiosity, Steve used his visitor badge to gain entry, and asked if he was included in that 3. Obviously he wasn't, and this was simply down to access control being a bit muddled at that particular company. [21:25] Mistaken Identity: Steve recalls a time when he was given a visitors badge with a completely different person as the photograph. It had no effect on the correct access rights, but amusing all the same. He shares another story where he shared a waiting room with another Steve. When they called only the first name, the other Steve was taken into that business and questioned on ISO, to which the poor man had to inform them that he had no idea what they were talking about! Shortly after, the correct Steve was collected. But it goes to show how important it is to ensure you're giving access to the right people. [24:20] Battle of the Broomsticks: Ian recalls another time when working in construction, when he had the opportunity to work at a horse racecourse. They were looking to achieve what was OHSAS 18001 at the time (now known as ISO 45001), and it was going so well until a few new hires came running across the stable yard wielding 2 brooms, battling like gladiators in view of their auditor. Thankfully they weren't really harming each other, but it was enough for the auditor to raise a few questions about subcontractor controls. You really couldn't write the timing any better (or worse, I suppose!). [26:15] Clearly a certified forklift driver:  While Steve was working at a warehouse, the manager there stressed how well trained all of their forklift drivers were, how sensible they all were. Though, Steve could see a person dancing, speeding and popping wheelies with his forklift over the managers shoulder. After he'd been alerted to the wannbe stunt driver, the manager went to have a word with them. [27:30] Accidents don't happen after 5pm: Ian was working at a company that highly valued the use of PPE on-site, everyone did a good job of abiding by that, until it came to the end of the day. One person leaves across the shop floor in just a normal t-shirt and jeans, waving them all off happily as he leaves for the day. He still had to cross the shop floor, and being off the clock doesn't make you invincible. [29:10] Fire Door Dramas: Steve recalls a time during an ISO 9001 audit where he spotted a fire door had been blocked by pallets in a warehouse. Another time he saw a fire door that was actually chained and padlocked! On another occasion, a local council had put their rubbish bins outside the fire door for the building, and during a fire drill, they couldn't get out.   Ian states how many times he's seen signs ignored by drivers who park in front of fire exits. All this to say that a little awareness goes a long way. [31:10] Emergency Plans for the avid reader: During an incident at an NHS hospital where they'd suffered a long term major power outage, Ian and the staff had found that the emergency plans were 144 pages long! With Senior responsibilities hidden away in an Appendix on the last few pages. Well thought out plans are necessary, but the actual procedure needs to be something that can be followed in the event of an emergency. A little common sense should be applied when deciding what needs to be communicated. [34:00] Risk Assessment disaster: While working with a team in a manufacturing plant, Ian helped them to streamline their risk assessment process as their previous one needed too many signatures to actually go anywhere. This bottleneck was resolved with months of hard work, or so they thought… When it came to being audited, the auditor asked the team manager what happened to all of the risk assessments, he'd then pointed towards the Health & Safety Management and claimed they had them all, who had to admit that he didn't. Later that evening a director called the administration and asked to hide all of the documentation, to which she rightly refused to do. This also linked back to when the auditor had asked about how the apprentices were trained, and it happened that the apprentice supervisor was on holiday and so they were just let onto the shop floor. Suffice to say, this didn't reflect well on the resulting audit results. [36:30] Against the wire: Ian states that manufacturing companies are not famous for admin. He had one experience while trying to get a recertification booked in, which went up against the wire for their current certification running out. The CB obliged and sent a very qualified Health & Safety assessor there, who took them to pieces. It didn't take long for him to point out that they had a really nice management system with no commitment from managers to use it. A word to the wise – don't leave your recertification up until the last minute! If a CB tried to move your recertification past that expiry date, you can and should push back.   [39:00] Password palavers: Steve shares an experience when he interviewed a very organised PA who managed 7 Directors. At the end of the audit he pointed out a folder on her computer called ‘passwords', to which she obliged to show him the contents. Predictably it contained all the usernames and passwords for various accounts the Directors owned. She knew about the secure passwords policy, but no one could realistically remember that many! When Steve questioned the technical team, they states only selected people needed one, and she wasn't one of them. Steve pointed out that she did, and had done the best she could with the tools available, and gifted them a non-conformity as a result as they hadn't done a good job of ascertaining who should get additional security tools. By the end of that day, the PA had their own password vault. [41:30] A fire extinguisher as useless as a chocolate teapot: In another company Steve had noted that they still had a black fire extinguisher. When asked, the staff replied that they were all up-to-date as of 2007. On checking, it was revealed that it had last been serviced in August 1997 – so no, it was not in fact ‘up-to-date'. It may be innocuous to some, but when it comes to safety equipment, that could be the difference between life and death in an emergency. [42:40] Technophobes in a modern age: Ian recounts a past quality audit he did for an engineering company. They require a lot of specific ISO Standards for that industry, and so the company paid a subscription service to ensure they had digital copies of all these Standards to refer back to. One such standard was on verification, and on asking a particular quality engineer about how he verifies a specific product, he pulls out a printed hard copy of a standard from 1993. Ian was interviewing him in 2017, there had been at least 2 updated versions of the Standard out by that point. When probed about why he wasn't using the online standards library paid for by the company, he simply stated ‘I don't like computers'. [45:00] The case of the mysterious ghost file: Steve once had an audit with a relatively nervous member of staff, after explaining that all he has to do is explin how he works, the interview went rather smoothly. At one point he photocopied a bit of paper, hole punched it and filed it away on a shelf in the corner. Steve initially thought ‘good admin, he's clearly following a process', so when he returned Steve asked why he filed that particular bit of information away, to which the staff member said ‘I don't know, I've just been told to do it'. Steve then questioned the Quality Manager there about that document and they replied with the same. He then questioned the warehouse personnel to get the same answer. So, you have this document being photocopied over and over, filed away each time and no one knows why! Steve politely pointed out that it might be a good idea to rethink that pointless process. [47:50] Useless numbering systems: Ian had a similar experience with a numbering system that nobody knew the origins of. The staff involved simply shrugged it off and stated it was simply just what they used. Ian decided to put something to the test, by getting rid of it. He removed an entire archive system from a company's network folder, as back then file space was a big cost and concern. He kept the files and waited to see if anyone actually needed them. After months, he only had 2 requests for documents. It's important to ask both what is and isn't working well. Getting input from all levels of staff can be eye opening, and empower those employees who can help shape up company processes to work more efficiently. [49:50] Allergic to Audits: Ian shares a secondhand story where a trainer for the HSE was conducting a site visit, where he needed to question the shop supervisor on a few things. He asked him for something he couldn't see, and the guy agreed to go get it, and just never came back. Apparently he was so scared of the auditing process that he just went home!   [54:00] Shady police and stolen cars: One of Steve's previous clients had an experience where what they thought was a policeman asked about a hire car the company owned, stating it had been involved in a crime. They didn't think much of letting him take it for his ‘investigation'. Later when the hire company asked about getting their car back, the staff let them know what happened, rightly confused this led to a lot of discussion. As you can probably tell, the man was not a policeman and had made off with a nice shiny BMW simply by asking for it. If something like this happens to you, always ask for documentation from the police. [55:00] The Great Computer Caper: Ian recalls a training centre incident where a lot of computer equipment is stored in one suite. One day a few  guys came in and started lifting stuff out, people were holding doors open for them, not at all thinking them to be thieves. Low and behold, they were and took everything. Steve recounts a very similar experience where the thieves posed as a computer service company, stripping the entire office on a Friday afternoon. It wasn't until Monday when everything was still gone that people thought to question who those people really were. Thank you all for a great 2024, we look forward to bringing you more ISO tips and success stories in 2025. We'd love to hear your views and comments about the ISO Show, here's how: ●     Share the ISO Show on Twitter or Linkedin ●     Leave an honest review on iTunes or Soundcloud. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one. Subscribe to keep up-to-date with our latest episodes: Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube |iTunes | Soundcloud | Mailing List

One of the biggest contributors to a stagnating ISO Management System is a failure to communicate. This has certainly been true in our experience with implementing ISO Standards for over 18 years, and as a result, we make sure to highlight awareness and communication as an integral step of the Implementation process. It's a wasted effort only to have your management system gathering dust in a rarely visited folder on your server. If you want to reap the benefits of ISO implementation, it's in your best interest to make everyone aware of their role in relation to your management system and its continual improvement. Today Ian Battersby explains what ISO Standards mean by awareness and communication, why they are so integral to a successful management system and how you can effectively communicate your management system.   You'll learn ·      What does awareness and communication mean in relation to ISO Standards? ·      Why should you communicate your management system? ·      The benefits of management system awareness ·      How can you effectively communicate your ISO management system?   Resources ·      Isologyhub   In this episode, we talk about: [00:30] Join the isologyhub – To get access to a suite of ISO related tools, training and templates. Simply head on over to isologyhub.com to either sign-up or book a demo. [02:05] Episode summary: Ian Battersby will be explaining what ISO Standards mean by awareness and communication, and why they are so integral to a successful Management System. [02:30] What is awareness and communication so important?– The success and failure of a management system depends on it's existence being known and understood within an organisation. Staff have a key part to play, and they need to know their part in the Management System and how it aligns with the organisations direction. [03:20] Extra guidance available for awareness and communication – There is a Standard that accompanies ISO 9001, called ISO 9004:2018 – Quality of an Organisation: Guidance to achieve sustained success. This is a great companion to any Standard, as it provides general guidance on how to properly embed a management system within your business. It talks at length about people and the need to ensure that they are competent, engaged, empowered and motivated. These are crucial as: Engagement of people enhances the organisations ability to create value for interested parties. Empowerment motivates people to take responsibility for their work and the results of their work. These can be achieved by providing people with necessary information with authority and the freedom to make decisions related to their own work. People should understand the significance and importance of their role, specifically in creating that value to meet and exceed customer expectations. [05:30] What should be communicating according to ISO Standards? – Taking ISO 9001 as the example, because it is the basis for most ISO Standards, it has a specifies the following: 5.2.2 Quality Policy - The policy should be available and maintained as documented information, so must be issued somewhere so that people can see it. But it also, quite importantly, must be communicated, understood and deployed within the organisation. It also needs to be made available to other relevant and trusted parties. 5.3 Organisational roles, responsibilities and authorities - Top management have a responsibility here. They must ensure that responsibilities and authorities for relevant rules are assigned, communicated and understood within the organisation. There's a lot to consider here as this will also take into account for ensuring processes are delivering expected outputs, the reporting of system performance and improvement and the promotion of customer focus throughout the organisation. 6.2 Objectives - The organisation should establish objectives. These will be targeted at relevant functions, levels and processes and should be communicated to the relevant people affected by those objectives. 7.3 Awareness – Includes the specification that anyone working under the organisations control, so this could include indirect workers, must be aware of your quality policy. Also included is the awareness of objectives and staff's contribution to the effectiveness of the management system. People aslo have to be aware of the implications of not conforming to the requirements of the management system or standard. [09:30] The implications of not following requirements – You need to consider what happens if someone doesn't follow a process. For Standards such as ISO 45001 Health & Safety management, following processes could be a matter of someone getting hurt or breaking the law. [10:00] Clause 7.4 Communication – The organisation shall determine the internal and external communications relevant to the system, and that includes what should be communicated when and to who. [10:30] When should you deliver ISO Management System awareness and communication training? – If you're just starting out on your ISO Implementation journey, it's crucial to communicate at the outset the importance of the process of achieving certification. The level of awareness will vary depending on people's roles, i.e: Top Management: Top management must understand the role of the management system in relation to the strategic direction of the organisation as part of context, they must understand what the management system contributes to the overall business outcomes. While top management don't need to know standards inside out, they must be aware and must have understanding of the overall purpose of the standard and the benefits that standard will bring to the organisation. To gauge the level of awareness top management need, ask yourself, would you be happy to let them be interviewed in private by a third-party assessor in regards to all of their responsibilities in relation to the management system? [13:20] General awareness for the workforce– While leadership require a greater level of awareness, there is still a need for general staff to have a certain level of management system awareness. For those on their first implementation journey, you should bring people in from the very beginning, this includes all staff and those working indirectly under your organisation. You will want to make them aware of the following: What is a quality management system? – Define what it is and what it means What's important about the Standard? – People don't need to know the intricacies of standard subclauses, so just select important aspects such as the Plan Do Check Act (PDCA) cycle If you're integrating Standards, what are some common requirements? – If you're integrating a new standard, what requirements specific to that new standard need to communicated? [15:15] Join the isologyhub and get access to limitless ISO resources – From as little as £99 a month, you can have unlimited access to hundreds of online training courses and achieve certification for completion of courses along the way, which will take you from learner to practitioner to leader in no time. Simply head on over to the isologyhub to sign-up or book a demo. [17:20] General awareness for the workforce continued – You will also need to make sure people are aware of: What do they need to know in relation to certification? – This can include the date you're working towards, what might be expected of them during an ISO assessment, what does the certification actually mean for the business? Accessing the Management system – How can people find your management system? What documents does it hold? How do you use it? And how does this impact on staff's day to day activities? Staff's role in relation to the Management system – How do staff contribute to the management system on a daily basis? How do they contribute to business objectives? How does the management system benefit them? – Your management system will include tools and guidance on how to carry out certain activities. It explains how improvements can be suggested and made and how audits work. Ultimately it provides a structured approach to ensure everyone is singing from the same song sheet. The importance of complying with policies, processes and procedures – including the consequences of not complying with them. Raising issues relating to non-conformity, the effectiveness of the management system and any potential improvements – You can't have eyes everywhere, and the people working in alignment with your processes can better highlight where something may not be working. This also increases engagement as people will have a real impact on how your business operates.   [20:15] Specific standard considerations for communication – The focus of elements of your communication will be tied to the specific ISO Standard you're implementing. I.e. A Health & Safety management system will include communication of key risks and hazards, how to report safety issues and abiding by Health & Safety law Environmental management systems may include awareness of the need to protect the world we live in, how each person can help lessen their impact on an individual scale ect.   [21:00] Other key roles and related communication – There are other key roles within the organisation which will have specific communication requirements. These will be people like operational functional managers with key roles in processes they may be involved in, i.e. sales, design, purchasing, calibration ect. If they've got specific functions in the organisation with respect to the management system, they need to understand them as much as top management needs to know theirs and the general workforce need to know theirs. [21:50] Communicating key changes to the Management system – You need to continually communicate to the workforce when changes occur to the management system. That communication doesn't stop as soon as you're certified! For first time implementation, you'll want to communicate when you've achieved certification.   [22:30] The importance of communication within a Management System – If people are aware of their role and importance to a management system, they will be more engaged with its operation. This can include reporting on objectives progress during team briefs, raising potential issues and non-conformities or opportunities for improvement, highlighting customer complaints, monitoring number of incidents at work ect All of these contribute to the success of the business and need to be reported on continually. These can turn into lessons learned, which could lead to major system changes where documentation or processes need to be updated and communicated. [24:30] What's the best way to communicate your ISO management system? – Not all organisations are the same, so there is no right or wrong way to do so. A few suggestions include: ·      SharePoint ·      Teams Channel ·      E-mail / internal newsletters ·      Bulletins ·      In-person training ·      Videos For any of the above you may need to consider how to record who has completed set awareness training. [25:30] A final thought  – If an auditor stops and asks a worker about your quality policy, what will that person say to that auditor? We understand that the quality policy must be communicated, but how does each person understand it? Your awareness raising needs to capture methods of ensuring that that happens, which is a tricky task! They do not need to know a Standard verbatim, but they should know the importance of complying with it, what a non-conformity within that system means, and what are the consequences are if they don't follow the rules. 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One of the main tools the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention has to help it control and prevent is the National Health Safety Network (NHSN). As the nation's most widely used healthcare-associated infection tracking system, it ensures the folks whose job it is to help patients are being protected themselves. For an overview of how the NHSN works and the role it plays in CDC's mission, we welcome Arjun Srinivasan, Deputy Director for Program Improvement in the Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion at the CDC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the main tools the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention has to help it control and prevent is the National Health Safety Network (NHSN). As the nation's most widely used healthcare-associated infection tracking system, it ensures the folks whose job it is to help patients are being protected themselves. For an overview of how the NHSN works and the role it plays in CDC's mission, we welcome Arjun Srinivasan, Deputy Director for Program Improvement in the Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion at the CDC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, host Isabelle Swiderski is joined by Alexzandria Poole, Director of Defender Initiatives at Zealous, as she shares her journey from being a public defender to spearheading systemic advocacy. Through her personal story and work at Zealous, Alexz highlights the power of storytelling, education, and media in challenging systemic injustices from the inside and fostering community-led change. 00:00 A Touching Encounter with a Client 00:26 National Advocacy and Zealous Organization 00:54 Transition from Public Defender to Systemic Advocate 01:43 Community Initiatives and Systemic Advocacy 02:54 Teaching and Training Public Defenders 03:25 Police Accountability and Legal Reforms 04:49 Community Defense Center in Roseland 07:58 Challenges and Innovations in Public Defense 09:21 Storytelling and Shifting Narratives 19:49 Empowering Communities and Building Trust 21:08 Training New Defenders and Collaborative Efforts 26:52 Reflections on Systemic Change and Hope

The DuPont firm was a leader in workplace and community safety communications during the twentieth century. This had been baked into the company culture from the first, as gunpowder manufacturing made essential. What changed over time were the techniques and media of communication, and the intended audience targeted by the company's messaging. In her latest research, Madison Krall, assistant professor of communication studies at Seton Hall University, explores the wealth of health and safety materials generated by the DuPont company during the twentieth century. From posters to motion pictures, the firm deployed a wide array of media to promote safety in the workplace and beyond. DuPont wished to convince the public that its products were safe, and to convince employees and community members that safety was their responsibility. In support of her work Dr. Krall received funding from the Center for the History of Business, Technology, and Society at the Hagley Museum and Library. For more Hagley History Hangouts, and more information visit hagley.org.

Amy Herum, a nurse and patient safety and risk manager with Copic, joins us to talk about the purpose and scope of EMTALA. Amy explains the situations that trigger EMTALA obligations and the definition and assessment of an “emergency medical condition.”The discussion then looks at the requirements and process of transferring a patient under EMTALA, the penalties and consequences of violating EMTALA, and the conditions that end EMTALA obligations such as when a medical screening exam shows no emergency medical condition, the patient is transferred to another hospital in compliance, or when the patient refuses examination, treatment, or transfer and signs an informed refusal or against medical advice form. Feedback or episode ideas email the show at wnlpodcast@copic.comDisclaimer: Information provided in this podcast should not be relied upon for personal, medical, legal, or financial decisions and you should consult an appropriate professional for specific advice that pertains to your situation. Health care providers should exercise their professional judgment in connection with the provision of healthcare services. The information contained in this podcast is not intended to be, nor is it, a substitute for medical diagnosis, treatment, advice, or judgment relative to a patient's specific condition.

In this episode of Dream Retirement In Mexico, hosts Taniel Chemsian and Risa Morimoto offer essential tips for new residents settling in Mexico. They discuss familiarizing yourself with local pharmacies, hospitals, markets, and emergency contacts. They also highlight the importance of having a healthcare liaison, understanding local medical insurance options, and obtaining a CURP number. Taniel shares his memorable ATV trip in Puerto Vallarta and the joy of being a tourist in your own city. The hosts stress exploring your neighborhood, meeting locals, and the common practice of renting before buying property. Key practicalities such as opening a bank account, managing utilities, registering with the Migration Institute (INM), and navigating public transportation are covered. They emphasize the value of community connections, participating in cultural events, and making checklists to manage the transition smoothly.  With their expert advice, embrace the enriching experience of Mexican life.   Don't miss out on free webinar, where experts cover everything you need to know about relocating to Mexico—from the best places to live to essential healthcare information for expats. Register at dreamretirementinmexico.com/webinar.   Key Moments:  05:25 Explore Vallarta, embrace nature, and discover convenience. 08:27 Locate hospitals, clinics, markets, and supermarkets locally. 11:48 Vallarta offers excellent hospital choices with English-speaking doctors. 15:57 Learn public transportation routes in Vallarta, taxis, Uber. 18:07 City streets can be confusing for parking. 23:30 Utility bill doesn't always have to be in your name. 25:06 Transfer property and utilities after buying. Water bills. 28:25 Passport renewal, voting, and crisis management assistance. 31:40 Easily pay bills online, English support available. 35:34 Embrace new culture with local guidance and support. 40:19 Create a checklist for essentials, seek local advice.

It's week two of our summer break and thus it's time for our third-ever best-of compilation. This week you'll be treated to the following: From #32 Escapes we've got the crazy story of how Alice Tankerville almost escaped the clutches of the Tower of London From #47 Criminals the true story of Bonnie and Clyde And from #57 Health & Safety, Peter Duncan cleaning Big Ben You can also follow us on: X (formerly Twitter) at @ohwhatatimepod And Instagram at @ohwhatatimepod Aaannnd if you like it, why not drop us a review in your podcast app of choice? Thank you to Dan Evans for the artwork (idrawforfood.co.uk). And also, thank you so much for subscribing; we couldn't make the show without you! Chris, Elis and Tom x See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you crazy? Probably not, but, we all need a pulse check, get our heads back in the game, feel good about what we do, who we are, what we are worth. I know we live fast paced, stressful, often painful traumatized events in our past, overwhelmed, crisis mode, health and financial problems, grief, loss, and so much more. I stay as stoic as possible at all times and am fortunate to continue to remind myself daily as a purposely personal opportunity to grow to remind myself daily how much of a gift everything in my life is a blessing, whatever the lesson may be. Don't let a day go by or even a moment to try to help others. This conversation is with my friend Thomas Brewer, Speaker, Author, Wellness, Mental Health, and Resiliency Consultant at TB Group LLC, a consulting company specializing in Executive Coaching, Corporate Training, and Onsite EAP Crisis Response. Feel free to call him at (405) 833-7229 - tbgroupllc.com We hope to remind our industry that we care about each other, are a family and force for daily impressive work that creates abundance of #energy for the world over many physical and mental obstacles. #oilandgas people, I hope to help you find or look for available resources to navigate through all adversity. #mentalhealth has been on my heart often this year, hearing about desperate people feeling alone and uncared for, making choices that are permanent. We can and should do better. If we don't want to call it seeking help then find mentors or journal or make a call and just say you want to grow professionally. You may not be where you want to be today but hope you can lift others up and be inspired to see others achievements? So much to unpack. Hope you enjoy this too.

John MacPhee joins us for Episode 17!John MacPhee is the CEO of The Jed Foundation (JED), a leading nonprofit organization that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for teens and young adults. JED works across the country helping youth, families, schools, and community organizations to take actions to support youth mental health and reduce risks for suicide. Passionate about supporting young adults in their transition to adulthood, John advises several organizations including the S. Jay Levy Fellowship for Future Leaders at City College, Trek Medics, Opera Ebony, the Health Policy and Management Department at the Mailman School of Public Health, and HIV Hero. Learn more about The JED foundation: https://jedfoundation.org/ Programs mentioned during the episode: Set to Go: https://jedfoundation.org/set2go-jed-program/ Making Caring Common: https://mcc.gse.harvard.edu/ Listen to John's playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5fFXaRBFGiVcnL8HMeyZ6C?si=fd28e996a91e4ffe

Today we continue the discussion between Yates Lennon and community health expert Randy Jordan, about how good health is typically achieved through a good clinical home, which has always been an insurance discussion but now should shift to a discussion about the uninsured who need the knowledge about where to go when sick, to increase savings in the cost of caring for the entire population.OK, All right, Randy, thank you for sticking around. Our first conversation was fascinating. Looking forward to continuing that. I think you've touched a little bit on the next question I have for you, but we'll maybe expand a little bit more. Tell us about you talked about the health, the safety net and being that term being used pretty widely and you I think listed out free and charitable clinics, FQHCS, rural health clinics as sort of the network. I think I might have left one out. So fill, fill that in for me. But why is it so important? Why? Why is the health safety net so important? And to one of my earlier questions in the first session, why does it not get more attention than it does?Well, I think added to the list Yates would be public health units and school-based health centers.There you go.You know it. It's a fascinating question that you're asking because I think to those who work in the space, it gets all the attention in the world. It's built around mission minded folks who want to see this issue of the uninsured being taken care of. If, if we just pause for a moment and look at all the energy that was brought to North Carolina recently about Medicaid expansion, it brought all kinds of groups together. But it was in that case, it was for the intention of getting a health insurance card in the hand of people in need. That same passion though, exists for those that are in the business of trying to, to provide healthcare services to uninsured patients. And so at one level there's a lot of attention to it, but at another level, there's, a real absence of attention. I don't think it's because people don't care. I think it's because we've not informed them well enough. And it's one of the things I appreciate, appreciate about the chance to be on your podcast today is when the message gets out, people are good hearted, they'll respond in the right way. But we do need to get the the message out. We need to get it out to policy makers. We need to find ways for that voice to be united. And that's, you know, those are some things that I'm also working on in my spare time.Awesome. So you, you mentioned in the first session the hospital in Jacksonville that worked with the free and charitable clinic. Can you talk to us a little bit about how the Medicaid, the the health safety net can be strengthened? What, what, what needs to happen? What are some ideas and needs for strengthening that safety net?Well, we mentioned a number of times Medicaid already today. One of the strong ideas that came out of Medicaid transformation was a recognition that social determinants of health are important for good health. And so we're talking about housing, food insecurity, transportation, and basically protections against family violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. So the Healthy Opportunities pilots that have sprung up across the state, three of them now have identified and brought together sort of the safety net of social services. It's a wonderful thing and we celebrate it. But it because it applies only to Medicaid, that access to that network is not organized in a way to also apply to the uninsured. And I think that that's one challenge that that lays ahead for us is finding a way to leverage what's being built in the Medicaid system and apply it to the uninsured. Now here's an interesting thing. If you look at the demographic of, of most Medicaid patients, it's very, very similar if not identical to uninsured patients. The it's all income

I had a lovely conversation with Cait Dumas-Hein of Grounded (Nebraska).  We touched on a number of important topics including how our athletic identity does not always match with our health, including a shared injury history at the hands of cyclcocross (somewhat kidding).  Most important of all, Cait's emphasis on peoples' perspective on safety at Gronded and in her work with bicycling advocacy was really useful to me, hoping to you listeners as well. 

Today we hear a conversation between CHESS President Yates Lennon and community health expert Randy Jordan, who is the current Chief Advisor of Impact for Health at Next Stage Consulting. We listen as they discuss Managed Medicaid, funding the health safety net for the uninsured, and how different types of healthcare organizations can work together in a sustainable way.Alright, Randy Jordan, welcome to the Chess Move to Value podcast. We're thrilled to have you here today. Look forward to our conversation.Well, thank you, Yates. It's really good to be with you and with your audience today.Awesome. So why don't you just start by telling us a little bit about yourself, what you do today, and then your journey through the healthcare maze to get to where we are today.Be glad to starting with today's probably the easiest part because the rest is kind of a winding path. But today I'm working as a healthcare consultant with consulting practice out of Charlotte by the name of Next Stage. It's an interesting place to work. They have a great vision and mission for helping local communities and underserved populations and that's why I'm there. But prior to this current role, I had started out as a young man as a pharmacist practice pharmacy in the state of Florida come from a long line of pharmacists. So healthcare runs as a deep strain in my family history. After running a pharmacy, community pharmacy for a while, I ended up going to law school and decided to become a healthcare lawyer and that was a really interesting time in my life. I learned a lot from that experience and then moved on to become involved in nonprofit work and spent nearly 20 years working for an international faith-based charity out of Philadelphia by the name Hope Worldwide. And the last seven years I was that organization CEO. And then most recently, having moved to North Carolina eight years ago, I accepted the role as CEO of North Carolina's Free and Charitable Clinics Association. And that gave me a real great sense of the local flavor of North Carolina safety net. So that's how I got here today through that windy path. Always, always focused on healthcare, Always, as I look back, always focused on trying to help others.OK, that's an interesting story. I know you spent a little bit of time in Cambodia. Can you tell us a little bit about what you did there and then we'll come back to that I think more a little bit later in our conversation, but really curious about what that was about and what you learned there.Yeah, I, I actually never lived in Cambodia, but had a a strong period of work there. It started at the beginning of my time at the international charity, where I started as the general counsel, and the first assignment there was to put together a joint venture between Japanese Shinto priest, a journalist from Time magazine, and the CEO of our charity. And so that was an eclectic mix right there. But the purpose of that mix was to open up a free care hospital in Phnom Penh. Cambodia was named after the king and its purpose was to help people that didn't have access to healthcare. At the time, Cambodia was one of the poorest nations in Southeast Asia. They were spending about $2.50 per year on those that live there. They had undergone a horrible genocide through Pol Pot, and it was a very unique chance to get involved in that country. We brought up that first hospital in Phnom Penh. In the course of that work, there developed three free clinics in order to help support that hospital because some of the patients were able to pay a small amount and then finally open another hospital in the South of Cambodia in a little in a town by the name of Kempat. But all very formative experiences for our conversation today.Wow, really interesting. So in your role as the CEO of the North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable...

BUFFALO, NY- May 21, 2024 – A new research #paper was #published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 16, Issue 9, entitled, “Germicidal lamps using UV-C radiation may pose health safety issues: a biomolecular analysis of their effects on apoptosis and senescence.” The battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a heightened state of vigilance in global healthcare, leading to the proliferation of diverse sanitization methods. Among these approaches, germicidal lamps utilizing ultraviolet (UV) rays, particularly UV-C (wavelength ranging from 280 to 100 nm), have gained prominence for domestic use. These light-emitting diode (LED) lamps are designed to sanitize the air, objects, and surfaces. However, the prevailing concern is that these UV lamps are often introduced into the market without adequate accompanying information to ensure their safe utilization. Importantly, exposure to absorbed UV light can potentially trigger adverse biological responses, encompassing cell death and senescence. In this new study, researchers Nicola Alessio, Alessia Ambrosino, Andrea Boggi, Domenico Aprile, Iole Pinto, Giovanni Galano, Umberto Galderisi, and Giovanni Di Bernardo from the University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Regional Public Health Laboratory in Siena, Italy, ASL Napoli 1 Centro P.S.I. Napoli Est-Barra, and Temple University performed a series of investigations aimed at comprehending the biological repercussions of UV-C radiation exposure from readily available domestic lamps. “Our focus centered on epithelial retinal cells, keratinocytes, and fibroblasts, components of the skin and ocular targets frequently exposed to UV irradiation.” Their findings underscore the potential harm associated with even brief exposure to UV, leading to irreversible and detrimental alterations in both skin cells and retinal cells of the eye. Notably, epithelial retinal cells exhibited heightened sensitivity, marked by substantial apoptosis. In contrast, keratinocytes demonstrated resilience to apoptosis even at elevated UV doses, though they were prone to senescence. Meanwhile, fibroblasts displayed a gradual amplification of both senescence and apoptosis as radiation doses escalated. “In summary, despite the potential benefits offered by UV-C in deactivating pathogens like SARS-CoV-2, it remains evident that the concurrent risks posed by UV-C to human health cannot be ignored.” DOI - https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.205787 Corresponding authors - Umberto Galderisi - umberto.galderisi@unicampania.it, and Giovanni Di Bernardo - gianni.dibernardo@unicampania.it Sign up for free Altmetric alerts about this article - https://aging.altmetric.com/details/email_updates?id=10.18632%2Faging.205787 Subscribe for free publication alerts from Aging - https://www.aging-us.com/subscribe-to-toc-alerts Keywords - aging, senescence, apoptosis, UV light, public health About Aging-US Aging publishes research papers in all fields of aging research, including but not limited to aging processes (from yeast to mammals), cellular senescence, age-related diseases (such as cancer and Alzheimer's disease) and their prevention and treatment, anti-aging strategies and drug development, and, importantly, the role of signal transduction pathways in aging (such as mTOR) and potential approaches to modulate these signaling pathways to extend lifespan. Please visit our website at https://www.Aging-US.com​​ and connect with us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AgingUS/ X - https://twitter.com/AgingJrnl Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/agingjrnl/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AgingJournal LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/aging/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/AgingUS/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1X4HQQgegjReaf6Mozn6Mc MEDIA@IMPACTJOURNALS.COM

Episode nine of our specialist series, Explore: How To Plan An Expedition, focuses on Health and Safety. In this episode, Matt speaks with Megan Hine, Waldo Etherington and Aldo Kane. They demystify the 'risk assessment' process, and go through in detail how to research and write one. They also discuss how to manage risk effectively in the field, medical preparation, emergency evacuation plans, and comms. It's not only an informative episode, but a pretty exciting one too.Megan Hine is a survival consultant, wilderness guide and expedition leader. She has been a health and safety advisor on some of the biggest adventure and survival shows on TV, and has led multiple adventures to remote wilderness environments. She has lived and learned from indigenous communities across the world.Waldo Etherington is a remote location climbing specialist. He has over 15 years of experience in remote-location rigging, and has been a health and safety advisor for countless expeditions and field-research projects. He also features in our Camp Life, Jungles episode. Aldo Kane is a former Royal Marines Commando and TV adventurer. He has been, both on and off screen, in some of the most extreme, high-risk environments on earth. His company, Vertical Planet, provides safety, security medical and risk management services to the film industry.You can find out more about the Royal Geographical Society and access advice and support for field research and scientific expeditions by visiting www.rgs.org/in-the-field or follow them on @rgs_ibg on socials.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-adventure-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Flintco Talks, host Daniel Oates delves into the reasoning behind that decision with Flintco VP of Health Safety and Environment Steve Jordan. The podcast also explores a breakthrough safety innovation from FactorLabs that makes creating pre-task plans more inclusive and effective using video and advanced machine learning. Exciting stuff! Available wherever you get your podcasts.Beginning March 1, 2024, traditional hard hats will no longer be optional for use on Flintco projects. It's time. Traumatic brain injuries represent one-quarter of all construction fatalities. Safety helmets have proven to be more effective at preventing serious injury.

Today we are diving DEEP into the crucial world of parenting in the digital age with our special guest, internet safety expert Katie Greer! Katie is the former director of internet safety for the MA Attorney General's Office, and was directly involved with the development of one of the first internet safety programs ever. Katie educates us on some popular apps like Discord and Omegle, as well as gaming apps such as Call of Duty, and some crazy stories she's encountered on them, and WOW, we were shocked to hear what really goes on behind the icons! This episode is full of shock factors as we uncover how kids are hiding risky apps and content from their parents, and the importance of safety around technology. Our children are simply too young and not emotionally equipped to navigate that deep dark web. We learn invaluable tips and tricks to gain insight into our children's online social lives, and strategies for reducing screen time to make sure we focus on social skills that are just so crucial for development. The biggest takeaway for us, as parents to young children, is that the journey of safeguarding our kids begins today – don't wait until it's too late! Tune in now for a conversation that will revolutionize your approach to parenting in the digital era. You can find Katie's contact information and resources through her website, https://www.klgreer.com/ If you loved this episode, please leave us a 5 star rating and hit the follow button! Follow us on instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@badwivesclubpodcast ⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@badwivesclub⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/badwivesclub/message

The early stories that live between the lines of the Guidelines include an intersection with Listerine (the antiseptic mouthwash) and a document that three individuals championed to keep alive in the mid-1980s.    Doug Erickson, founder and former CEO of the Facility Guidelines Institute, joins John and Bridget for a casual conversation about the origins of the Guidelines and its impact on health and residential care settings.    Have an idea for an episode or a guest? Write to us at podcast@fgiguidelines.org.   Episode show notes with transcript  Connect with us on LinkedIn & X  __________________________________ AIA will accept self-reported Learning Units (LU) equaling one hour. Each episode of Between the Lines with FGI will be around 30 minutes, and FGI will make episode transcripts available at fgiguidelines.org/podcast.  AIA will not approve Health Safety and Welfare (HSW) through self-reports for the podcast Between the Lines with FGI.

An increased prevalence of firearms and a lack of public denouncement of violence are escalating the risks of violence in places critical to political participation. Tim Carey,  law and policy advisor at the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, talks with Stephanie Desmon about a new report from the Center that lays out gun policy and communication recommendations to ensure that the places in which democracy plays out—legislatures, election offices, public demonstrations and more—remain safe. Learn more: https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2023/preventing-armed-insurrection-firearms-in-political-spaces-threaten-public-health-safety-and-democracy

The security challenges we face today are more complex, less predictable and faster evolving than at any point in recent history. When Fran Racioppi isn't hosting the Jedburgh Podcast he runs FRsix, his security company. From this year's industry trade show, Global Security Exchange, Fran sat down with International SOS, the global leader in health and security services, to dig deep on today's biggest threats. International SOS cares for over 9000 organizations in 1000 locations across 90 countries. They field over 11,000 calls for assistance each day. Sally Llewellyn is the global security Director of information and Analysis. Kelly Johnstone served as the Chief Security Officer at Coca Cola. Dr. Mark Fischer is the Regional Medical Director for the Americas. They explain why intelligence is so important in the decision making process for executives of any organization.They define Duty of Care and how it's evolved as we've transitioned from workplace to remote work. They also explain the importance of developing networks of influence, whether that be for intelligence to understand what's happening, or medical support to help people in their time of need. Finally, they break down the roles of the Chief Security officer and analysts and how the information they provide to decision makers is critical for the resiliency of an organization.The world is evolving faster than ever seems to change on a minute-by-minute basis. Our job as leaders is to understand what's happening out there, how it affects our people and our business, and then make decisions and bring in the resources that keep us successful, no matter the challenge. Protection of our people starts with us as leaders. Take the first step today. Learn more on The Jedburgh Podcast Website. Subscribe to us and follow @jedburghpodcast on all social media. Watch the full video version on YouTube. Highlights:0:00 Welcome to the International SOS Booth as GSX3:37 Kelly's lessons from NCIS, to Customs to leading Coca-Cola4:03 Sally explains why intelligence is the first step to decision-making10:22 The evolution of “Duty of Care”17:18 How preparation transitions organizations from react to response21:25 Mark shares how to respond to medical crisis in the most austere parts of the world26:52 The influence of the chief security in executive risk management32:10 The biggest threats to the world todayQuotes: “The threats we're looking at today…are just so much more difficult to predict.” (5:34) “What's going on in the world? What might happen next? To try and inform really good decision-making.” (7:41)“Mitigating risk doesn't eliminate risk. Where there's a medical case there's often security. (9:13)“If you're on a conference call in your car now, do I have a duty of care if you get in a car wreck?” (12:00)“Intelligence doesn't just serve you from a security perspective…it's a business enabler.” (28:30) “Our job there is to ensure that the environment is conducive for the business to meet business objectives.” (29:00) “You are the problem solver, so you get the call on everything.” (30:13)

In the dynamic world of interior design, the palette we choose does more than just serve the eye; it's a fundamental component in fostering an environment that nurtures health, safety, and overall wellness.The hues that adorn our walls, the contrasts that define our spaces, and the color schemes that we wake up to every morning have the power to influence our daily experiences and moods in profound ways.As a certified aging in place specialist and an experienced occupational therapist, my journey with clients has reinforced the belief that the right color choices are instrumental in crafting living spaces that are not merely visually appealing but are also havens of comfort and ease.The colors we surround ourselves with can offer a sense of calm, invigorate our spirit, or make navigation through a space more intuitive and safer, especially as we age.This article aims to explore the nuanced relationship between color and its psychological impacts in the context of interior design.We will uncover how strategic color use can create not only a visually stunning environment but also one that supports the physical and emotional needs of individuals.This is particularly crucial for those who wish to age in place with dignity, maintaining independence and quality of life in a home that's adapted to their evolving needs.Join me as we delve into the world of colors, examining how they can be harnessed to enhance well-being, ensure safety, and promote a sense of wellness that transcends aesthetic pleasure.Whether you're redesigning a family home to accommodate the golden years or simply curious about the intersection of color and comfort, this exploration will shed light on the powerful role color plays in our lives and how it can be optimized within the sanctuary of our homes.Full Article: Enhancing Health Safety and Wellness Through Colorful Interior DesignSupport the showwebsite: https://homedesignsforlife.com/Email: homedesignsforlife@gmail.com

We are kicking off season 4 with an incredibly helpful podcast from Chief John Schmidt of Pasco County, who also serves on the board of the IAFC SHS section. John discusses the importance of being mindful that our firefighters are also husbands, wives, brothers, and sisters.  He talks about being intentional with his health and the health of the firefighters ... Read More

On episode 181 of EHS On Tap, Scott DeBow, Principal of Health/Safety & Environment for Avetta, talks about navigating worker management. This episode is sponsored by Avetta.

This week, host Dr. I. David Daniels will speak with City Councilmember Jaceey Sebastian about the mental and emotional aspects of being an elected official in a local government. Politics is often described as a “contact sport,” even for those serving in elective office at the local level. The role and expectations can present several challenges, some of which can affect the elected official's physical, mental, and emotional health. Councilmember Sebastian will discuss the challenges and triumphs of a community servant who decided to seek elective office and the importance of creating a psychologically healthy and safe environment for public sector workers.

Description: In this thought-provoking episode, we have the privilege of hosting Shakeel Aslam Mohammed, a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Avant Safety and Pathegy. With a keen focus on health safety data analytics and productivity, Shakeel's venture, Avant Safety, is reshaping the way industries view occupational safety. Our discussion delves into how his company's innovative approach, particularly through Shift Analytics, is minimizing disruption and elevating health and safety standards. Shakeel's diverse entrepreneurial journey doesn't end there; he's also the brain behind Pathegy, a career and business coaching enterprise helping individuals and businesses stride confidently on the path of success. The conversation unfolds into the realm of artificial intelligence and machine learning, where Shakeel shares his insights on the challenges, the rapid pace of development, and the future concerns these technologies harbor. His reflections on how AI and machine learning can be harnessed to further enhance workplace safety and productivity are nothing short of enlightening. We also get personal with Shakeel, exploring his roots, family, and the core values that drive his ventures. From strategy deliberations to personal motivations and fears, particularly around AI, Shakeel provides a candid look into the mind of a forward-thinking entrepreneur. Our discussion also touches on the theme of 'Equipping for Success', which is not just a business mantra, but a societal call to action for Shakeel. His dedication towards enhancing the wellbeing of humanity shines through as he articulates his goals and the broader impact he envisions. Join us in this riveting episode as we navigate the intersections of technology, business innovation, and the human-centric approach that underscores Shakeel's mission. This is a conversation loaded with nuggets of wisdom, and a clarion call to equip ourselves for the success and challenges of the modern world. Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphd Follow the podcast on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2023

In Episode 5 of "The Safe Space Podcast," hosts Makenzie Welch and Michelle Zeman are joined by special guest Landa Fox, a certified sexual health educator, for a pivotal conversation on sexual health, safety, and consent.[Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions about sexual assault.]This episode tackles the explicit and essential challenges associated with discussing, presenting, and teaching sex education. It shines a light on the potential shortcomings of ABA therapy goals that may inadvertently misinform individuals with autism, leaving them unprepared for the complexities of real-life situations. The hosts emphasize the need to reevaluate and update these goals, moving beyond simplistic notions like "community helpers are safe" to focus on teaching the critical distinction between safe and unsafe behaviors and understanding consent in intimate relationships.This episode emphasizes the imperative of equipping individuals with autism and all children with accurate, nuanced, and up-to-date information to protect their well-being.Tune in for invaluable insights into reshaping boundaries and advocating for sexual health, safety, and consent within the framework of ABA therapy.

Defense officials acknowledged Wednesday that they haven't done nearly enough to provide decent housing for junior military service members after a scathing audit found widespread health and safety risks in government-owned barracks on military bases.In site visits, the Government Accountability Office found problems like overflowing sewage, mold and mildew, broken locks and air conditioning systems, and numerous other ways “unaccompanied housing” falls short of DoD's own housing facility standards.And despite recognizing the problem, the military services likely don't understand its full scope — partly because DoD doesn't have a complete picture of what it's spending to maintain barracks, and partly because it stopped asking service members what they think of their own living conditions several years ago, said Elizabeth Field, GAO's director for defense capabilities and management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Defense officials acknowledged Wednesday that they haven't done nearly enough to provide decent housing for junior military service members after a scathing audit found widespread health and safety risks in government-owned barracks on military bases. In site visits, the Government Accountability Office found problems like overflowing sewage, mold and mildew, broken locks and air conditioning systems, and numerous other ways “unaccompanied housing” falls short of DoD's own housing facility standards. And despite recognizing the problem, the military services likely don't understand its full scope — partly because DoD doesn't have a complete picture of what it's spending to maintain barracks, and partly because it stopped asking service members what they think of their own living conditions several years ago, said Elizabeth Field, GAO's director for defense capabilities and management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on July 3rd, 2023. You can hear more reports on our homepage radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio Play. Presenter: Simon LinterProducer: Kris Boswell

What happens when we combine the effects of forest fire smoke, the psychology of feeling safe, and even the world of astrophysics? Today's episode takes you on a journey through these seemingly unrelated topics, all while shedding light on how they impact our lives and the environment around us. With wildfires causing havoc across Canada and the United States, we discuss the short-term and long-term effects of smoke exposure and reveal some precautions you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.Did you know that having a pet, particularly a dog, can greatly impact our sense of security and well-being? We explore this fascinating connection as we share a recent study that investigates how dogs can affect our perceptions of safety in both threatening and safe contexts. As we ponder the pure-hearted nature of Golden Retrievers, we also have the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Nora Bailey, host of Nora's Guide to the Galaxy, who takes us on a journey from the Navy to astrophysics, sharing her passions for exoplanet dynamics and habitable zones.In this engaging conversation, Dr. Bailey opens up about her love for writing and her experience using TikTok as a platform for science communication. We delve into her passion for celestial mechanics, the role of giant planets in the development of life on Earth, and even discuss how light pollution affects our world. So join us for this entertaining and educational episode, where we traverse outer space, explore the impact of wildfires on our planet, and celebrate the incredible bond between humans and their canine companions.Nora's Guide To The Galaxy!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NorasGuidetotheGalaxyTwitter: https://twitter.com/noraguidegalaxyBunsen and Beaker Links:The Ginger Stuffie is on presale so check the link here:www.bunsenbernerbmd.comJoin The Paw Pack to Support The Show!https://bunsenbernerbmd.com/pages/paw-pack-plus-communityThe Bunsen and Beaker Website has adorable merch with hundreds of different combinations of designs and apparel- all with Printful- one of the highest quality companies we could find!www.bunsenbernerbmd.comSign up for our Weekly Newsletter!Our Spaces Sponsor: Bark and Beyond Supplyhttps://barkandbeyondsupply.com/Bunsen and Beaker on Twitter:Bunsen and Beaker on TikTok:Bunsen and Beaker on FacebookInstaBunsandBeaksSupport the showFor Science, Empathy, and Cuteness!Being Kind is a Superpower.https://twitter.com/bunsenbernerbmd

Good Saturday morning! Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of automotive news, including: Dustin was down at the Arkansas shops earlier this week. Dustin makes a movie reference to Days of Thunder. Come out and see us at the Kids' Health and Safety Fair today! We will be out there until noon. the fair is at the Ferrell-Duncan Clinic parking lot - you can't miss it! There will be bike helmets, car seat checks, giveaways, and more! An update on Carvana.

Canada is a nation of builders—but buildings are our third biggest source of greenhouse gases and release some 90 million tonnes of C02 annually.On Part 1 of a special two-part series of Disruptors, an RBC Podcast, focused on greening Canada's built sector, host John Stackhouse chats with three experts committed to decarbonizing our buildings. Together, they explore the question, “how can retrofitting old buildings help get us to Net Zero?” We hear from Kent Peterson, owner at engineering services firm P2S and Chair of the ASHRAE Task Force for Building Decarbonization . We then chat with Jody Becker, the Chief Strategy Officer, Executive VP, Infrastructure Services & Technology at construction services firm Ellis Don, and finally Jamie Gray-Donald, the SVP of Sustainability & Environmental, Health & Safety at QuadReal Property Group.       It turns out our existing buildings present the biggest opportunity to transition the building sector for a more sustainable, Net Zero future. Stay tuned for part two, where we explore new technologies, techniques, designs and innovative materials for a more sustainable future. Links:To read RBC Climate Action Institute's latest report, “High Rise, Low Carbon: Canada's $40 billion Net Zero Building Challenge”, click here.To sign up for “Climate Signals”, a new weekly newsletter from the RBC Climate Action Institute on the world's path to Net Zero, click here to subscribe. To learn more about P2S Inc., check out their website here. For information on ASHRAE, visit their website here. To learn more about Ellis Don, visit their website. To learn more about QuadReal Property Group, visit their corporate website.

Welcome to Restoration Domination, the podcast where we bring you all the latest news, trends, and insights from the world of restoration. In this episode, our host Rico Garcia Jr is joined by a special guest, David Hodge, an instructor at the Reets Drying Academy.  In this episode, David shares his expertise on the importance of education in the restoration industry. From understanding laws and regulations to decreasing liability and increasing profitability, David provides valuable insights on how to succeed in the business.  With years of experience in the industry, David knows that getting educated should be the first step for anyone looking to succeed in the restoration business. He also understands that understanding laws and regulations can not only decrease liability but can also increase profitability.  Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of restoration with Rico Garcia Jr and David Hodge in this episode of Restoration Domination. Learn how to stay ahead of the curve by getting educated and understanding the laws and regulations that govern the industry. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more exciting content!Takeaways: Get Educated 1stUnderstanding Laws Can Decrease your liabilityKnowing Laws & Regulation can increase your profitabilityFind our Guest:Website: www.reetsdryingacademy.comPhone # 770-712-7293Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reetsdryingacademyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hodge-b8b82053/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.n.hodgeYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@reetsdryingacademySponsors:Wylander is the leading recruiting company for the Disaster restoration industry. They have placed over 1000 candidates and have worked in all 50 states and Canada. Get back to doing what you know best and leave the recruiting up to Wylander.  bit.ly/3zjC7KNThe Actionable Xactimate Profile provides live estimating guidance built into Xactimate and helps your estimating team avoid costly mistakes. Create accurate, more complete estimates with the Actionable Xactimate Profile. Get notified when you have made estimating mistakes and fix them before you spend weeks going back and forth with the adjuster. Get notified that you may have left out specific line items that you should have been using in that scope! The Actionable Profile is a no-brainer for anyone looking to upgrade their Xactimate estimating workflow. Get a free demo today at bit.ly/3JU5icpGetting paid is one of the most challenging aspects of running a restoration company. Justifying your costs, equipment, and labor with the insurance adjuster can be an onerous process.  But most restoration contractors don't have the time or bandwidth to communicate and follow up on invoices regularly. This leads to restorers settling for significantly less than they billed simply because they need to get paid. One Claim Solution helps bridge that gap. We help restorers process their insurance invoices, and work with adjusters to achieve a fair outcome that gets the restorer paid quickly and fairly. Let us carry the load of collecting from insurance carriers so you can focus on what matters most - your business. Learn More! bit.ly/40Mlovn

This podcast episode features an interview with Brad Green, a leading expert in Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE). During the episode, Brad will share his expertise on HSSE topics such as proper safety protocols, and risk management. He will explain how these topics are interconnected, and how organizations can create comprehensive plans to ensure their operations are appropriate. Additionally, Brad will discuss strategies to create a culture of safety within organizations, which will help improve employee morale and protect the environment. Finally, he will provide tips on navigating the complex landscape of HSSE, giving organizations the confidence to make smart decisions for the long term. Brad Green is an HSSE Professional, Health and Safety Adjunct Professor, father, husband, softball coach, thought provoker, and an advocate for all employees; mental and physical well-being. Brad's primary emphasis is on humanizing the HSSE profession, shifting how organizations view their workers, modifying organizations' response to failure, and promoting his mantra of learning and improving through the lens of curiosity.Brad is currently the Manager of HSSE for an oil and gas company. Brad has 16+ years of HSSE experience in the United States. He holds a Bachelor's and a Master's of Science degree in Occupational Safety and Health from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Brad is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST), and Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST). Brad is well versed in all aspects of HSSE with demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, monitoring, consulting, coordinating, instructing, coaching, and continually improving HSSE and PSM programs and processes. Brad has worked in various organizations, including chemical manufacturing, heavy construction, oil & gas, and space exploration. Brad Green's LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/brad-green-ms-csp-ohst-66936897To learn more, visit:https://humanerrorsolutions.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ginette-collazo/

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