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Want to dive deeper into topics like this? Master your journey with Physician Empowerment's Masterclass Membership—your gateway to exclusive content, expert-led sessions, and actionable strategies to elevate your personal and financial well-being. Learn more and join us today! https://www.physempowerment.ca/masterclass—In this second episode of a two-part special, Dr. Kevin Mailo continues his conversation with Jayna Amadasun about workplace safety as it pertains to physicians and health care workers. Jayna Amadasun is the founder of Ember Impact Global, holds a Master of Laws in Medical Law and Ethics degree, and is a Doctor of Medicine. She and Dr. Mailo dive deeper into the subjects addressed in the first half of the episode, discussing the need for real, base policy change regarding healthcare worker safety and the need to rebalance the scales of justice in healthcare.       Jayna talks about the need to truly understand that frontline workers in healthcare are the eyes and ears of the organization at large. The frontline workers are intimately involved with every aspect of the day, so if they bring up things that aren't right or that are having a negative impact, that conversation needs to be had. The advocacy of physicians and healthcare workers needs to be supported, not fall on deaf ears, but be truly heard. Jayna and Kevin highlight the need for physicians to be reminded of their worth and that they have value and deserve workplace safety and respect. Better and safer working conditions lead to better worker retention and foster a better healthcare system overall.  About Jayna AmadasunJayna is a Consultant, Solution-Focused Professional Coach, Speaker, and Author of the 7-Week Journal: Passion & Purpose. As the Founder of Ember Impact GlobalsJayna is passionate about helping to inspire, empower, and impact individuals through a coaching partnership where each person has the potential to experience transformational results personally and professionally. Jayna provides clients access to guiding principles and tools, fostering an ecosystem where individuals and organizations dare to thrive. She holds the space for everyone to engage in self-discovery, embrace the endless possibilities that emerge and curate a life that aligns with their values and goals.  As a powerful and thought-provoking speaker, Jayna delivers impactful keynotes to empower and transform. She eloquently articulates difficult conversations around the discourse of racial discrimination. Her love for medicine and a deep desire for advocacy drive her to focus on matters related to healthcare professionals and their workplaces.Jayna holds a Master of Laws in Medical Law and Ethics (LLM) with Merit from the University of Edinburgh and a Doctor of Medicine degree. A Human Rights Consultant, certified by the US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights, she empowers Medical Practitioners to navigate workplace complexities with ethical and legal insights. She spent almost two decades as a healthcare professional before embarking on her entrepreneurial journey.Jayna is a Rotarian, the President of her club and serves as secretary of the Community Services subcommittee, who is committed to “Unite For Good”. Her dedication to the advancement of women is seen through her appointment as Chair of the Board of Directors for Black Canadian Women in Action. She values lifelong learning and enjoys cooking, travelling and watching low-budget romantic comedies. She is a wife and mother passionate about her family and excited about new possibilities emerging through service opportunities.__Physician Empowerment: Attend an upcoming Empowerment RetreatJoin the Physician Empowerment Masterclass nowWebsite: PhysEmpowerment.caJayna Amadasun:Website: Ember Impact GlobalLinkedIn: Jayna AmadasunInstagram: EmberImpactCalendly: Jayna Amadasun

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This week on the KORE Women Podcast, Dr. Summer Watson welcomes Dr. Monique Mendoza, a leading psychologist and workplace safety strategist who helps organizations move beyond compliance and fear-based policies. With trauma-informed leadership and practical safety solutions, she empowers teams to foster trust, resilience, and clarity. We discuss why psychological safety matters, how threat prevention can be proactive and empowering, and why safety should be seen as a strategic advantage—not a cost center. Tune in for this eye-opening and empowering conversation. You can follow Dr. Monique Mendoza on LinkedIn at: Monique Mendoza, PhD and at: mmpsychsolutions.com. Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast.  Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. You can also learn more about the host, Dr. Summer Watson and KORE Women at: www.korewomen.com You can also learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, and her Community Empowerment and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. Thank you for listening! Please share this podcast with your family and friends. #KOREWomenPodcast  #KOREWomen #WorkplaceSafety #TraumaInformedLeadership #PsychologicalSafety

Workplace hazards like noise, chemicals, and poor air quality often go unnoticed until employees develop serious symptoms. These invisible risks can lead to permanent health conditions and costly work comp claims. Industrial hygiene specialist Rhonda Kaufman explains how to identify hidden workplace hazards, address them cost-effectively, and protect your most valuable asset – your employees – before they suffer permanent health issues.

When most people think about workplace safety, they imagine hard hats, ergonomic chairs, or maybe active shooter drills. What rarely comes up—but absolutely should—is how people feel at work. And that's where psychosocial hazards come in.These aren't just buzzwords or boxes to check. Psychosocial hazards are the silent threats that show up in how power is distributed, how people are treated, and what's tolerated in the day-to-day culture of an organization. And yet, too often, they go unacknowledged—until someone breaks down, quits, or worse.Dr. I David Daniels joined me on DEI After 5 to dig into this topic, and what he shared should have every workplace paying attention.What Are Psychosocial Hazards, Really?Psychosocial hazards are the workplace conditions that can mess with your mental and emotional well-being. Things like:* Bullying or harassment (yep, still happening in 2025)* Excessive workload and unrealistic expectations* Micromanagement and lack of control over your own work* Isolation, exclusion, or lack of social support* Microaggressions (subtle, but cumulative and harmful)* Discrimination—overt or covertThese aren't just "bad vibes." These are real risk factors that impact how people think, engage, and show up at work. And if we're being honest, they're often written off as personal problems or interpersonal drama instead of being seen as organizational liabilities.Microaggressions: The “Small” Thing That Adds Up FastLet's talk about microaggressions—those quick jabs people might not even realize they're throwing. A joke about someone's name. A comment about someone's tone. A backhanded compliment about someone's hair or clothes. These small moments are heavy for the person on the receiving end, especially when they pile up over time.If people are spending energy trying to decode whether they're safe in a meeting or if it's “worth it” to speak up, that's not a thriving culture. That's a hazard.Toxic Workplaces Don't Just Happen. They're Built.A toxic work environment is often the result of unchecked psychosocial hazards. Maybe it's a culture of fear. Maybe it's leadership looking the other way when inappropriate behavior happens. Maybe it's the team dynamic that subtly punishes people for being “too different” or “too direct.”Whatever the case, the result is the same: employees disengage, mental health declines, and performance suffers. Burnout isn't always about doing too much—it's often about being in an environment that takes too much out of you, with too little support in return.So, What Can Organizations Actually Do?Addressing psychosocial hazards takes more than a wellness webinar or a ping pong table in the break room. Here's where to start:* Take a real look at the culture. What's being allowed? What's being ignored?* Train leaders to recognize and respond to harmful behavior. Silence is complicity.* Reinforce policies with action—not just paperwork. If people don't trust the system, it doesn't work.* Create real feedback channels. And act on what you hear.* Prioritize psychological safety. Not just for show—but because it matters.Leadership Sets the ToneThis isn't just an HR issue—it's a leadership responsibility. Leaders shape culture, whether intentionally or not. If they're not actively creating safety, then they might be passively reinforcing harm. Listening, transparency, and accountability are all leadership behaviors that reduce psychosocial hazards. It's time we stop thinking of those things as "soft skills" and start calling them what they are: critical safety tools.If your team is struggling, your retention is dipping, or people are showing signs of burnout—don't just look at the workload. Look at the environment. Psychosocial hazards may be the root cause.If you're ready to dig into what's really going on in your workplace and want support assessing and addressing psychosocial hazards, schedule a call with our team. We'll help you build a culture that's not just productive—but safe, sustainable, and truly inclusive. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deiafter5.substack.com/subscribe

Sleep deprivation is worse than showing up to work feeling a bit groggy warns a workplace safety expert as KiwiRail moves to ban sleeping medications. Its Chief Medical Officer has reviewed Zopiclone and Melatonin and found them incompatible with its safety critical work. EMA workplace safety manager Paul Jarvie wants to find out what led to KiwiRail making this decision. He told Heather du Plessis-Allan Melatonin isn't a sedative that lasts too long, and will probably be out of a person's system after an eight-hour sleep. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to dive deeper into topics like this? Master your journey with Physician Empowerment's Masterclass Membership—your gateway to exclusive content, expert-led sessions, and actionable strategies to elevate your personal and financial well-being. Learn more and join us today! https://www.physempowerment.ca/masterclass—In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes Jayna Amadasun back to Physician Empowerment to talk about workplace safety, specifically as it pertains to physicians and health care workers. Jayna Amadasun is the founder of Ember Impact Global and holds a Master of Law in Medical Law and Ethics degree as well as being a Doctor of Medicine. This is the first part of a two-part episode focusing on building safer workspaces and acknowledging the dangers faced by physicians and those in the healthcare profession, including the dangers inherent in advocating for themselves and their patients.       Kevin addresses the summer of 2025 lawsuit in BC launched by a physician working in the emergency department who is contending wrongful dismissal for calling out unsafe working conditions in public. Despite the support of 50 colleagues in the province who cosigned a letter of support, that physician was fired and many claim it's because she spoke out.  Jayna and Kevin explore the risks healthcare workers face from patients, how cases like that of the physician in BC discourage safety advocacy, and the flaws in the existing system as it pertains to physician care. Jayna describes alternative ways to address healthcare workplace safety and stresses that interprofessional relationships must be fixed.    About Jayna AmadasunJayna is a Consultant, Solution-Focused Professional Coach, Speaker, and Author of the 7-Week Journal: Passion & Purpose. As the Founder of Ember Impact GlobalsJayna is passionate about helping to inspire, empower, and impact individuals through a coaching partnership where each person has the potential to experience transformational results personally and professionally. Jayna provides clients access to guiding principles and tools fostering an ecosystem where individuals and organizations dare to thrive. She holds the space for everyone to engage in self- discovery, embrace the endless possibilities that emerge and curate a life that aligns with their values and goals.  As a powerful and thought-provoking speaker, Jayna delivers impactful keynotes to empower and transform. She eloquently articulates difficult conversations around the discourse of racial discrimination. Her love for medicine and a deep desire for advocacy drive her to focus on matters related to healthcare professionals and their workplaces.Jayna holds a Master of Laws in Medical Law and Ethics (LLM) with Merit from the University of Edinburgh and a Doctor of Medicine degree. A Human Rights Consultant, certified by the US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights, she empowers Medical Practitioners to navigate workplace complexities with ethical and legal insights. She spent almost two decades as a healthcare professional before embarking on her entrepreneurial journey.Jayna is a Rotarian, the President of her club and serves as secretary of the Community Services subcommittee who is committed to “Unite For Good”. Her dedication to the advancement of women is seen through her appointment as Chair of the Board of Directors for Black Canadian Women in Action. She values lifelong learning and enjoys cooking, traveling and watching low-budget romantic comedies. She is a wife and mother passionate about her family and excited about new possibilities emerging through service opportunities.__Physician Empowerment: Attend an upcoming Empowerment RetreatJoin the Physician Empowerment Masterclass nowWebsite: PhysEmpowerment.caJayna AmadasunWebsite: Ember Impact GlobalLinkedIn: Jayna AmadasunInstagram: EmberImpactCalendly: Jayna Amadasun

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How can a day at the ballpark teach you everything you need to know about safety? In this episode of What's the Hazard, host Doug Fletcher sits down with Marc McClure of Riskill to explore how America's favorite pastime mirrors the fundamentals of workplace safety.From OSHA risk matrices to hazard recognition in the stands, Marc breaks down how he's revolutionizing safety training—by taking it to the baseball field. Learn about “can of corn” hazards, the impact of tempo, and why risk perception is everything. Plus, hear hilarious and insightful stories that make this episode both educational and entertaining.

Safety isn't just a compliance issue; it's a strategic business decision. In this episode of Fast Break, host Matt Cranney is joined by Chris Halverson of M3 Insurance and Kyle Ricely of The Employer Group to explore the critical role of risk management and safety for small and growing businesses. Workplace safety isn't just about preventing accidents—it's about protecting employees, reducing insurance costs, and driving long-term business sustainability. Chris and Kyle share real-world stories and practical strategies from their deep experience in the field, offering guidance on building proactive safety cultures, understanding key metrics like experience modification rates, and preparing defensible positions against OSHA citations. Whether you're a solopreneur or lead a 500-person company, this conversation provides essential takeaways for employers looking to strengthen their operations, improve employee wellbeing, and gain a competitive edge.

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In today's episode, we discuss the difference between the Workplace Health and Safety/Occupational Health and Safety regulatory regime and the Workers' Compensation regime in Canada. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide.Host: Mark Alward (email) (Taylor McCaffrey LLP / Manitoba)Guest Speaker: Jamie Jurczak (email) (Taylor McCaffrey LLP / Manitoba)Support the showRegister on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

In this episode of Elevate Care Podcast, Nishan discusses the AMN Healthcare 2025 Nurse Survey Report Dr. Angelo Venditti. They discuss the state of nursing, tackling issues like burnout, workforce dynamics, and the need for flexible scheduling. The conversation also highlights workplace safety, societal expectations on healthcare workers, and the role of technology in enhancing nurse engagement and retention. Dr. Venditti shares his vision for a sustainable future in nursing and the steps needed to adapt to the evolving healthcare landscape.Access 2025 Survey of Registered NursesChapters: [00:00] Introduction to the Nurse Survey Report[02:24] Burnout and Workforce Dynamics[03:49] Rethinking Workforce Planning[05:08] Scheduling Technology in Healthcare[08:49] Workplace Safety Concerns[10:34] Societal Expectations on Healthcare Workers[12:19] Personalized Schedules and Workforce Engagement[13:25] Hope for the Future of NursingDr. Angelo Venditti serves not only as a leader for clinical support of AMN caregivers but also as an strategic advisor to our clients for workforce solutions, market strategy, and clinical care delivery. Dr. Venditti has vast experience in workforce analytics and operational strategy, and he partners with health system executives to model solutions that are on the cutting edge of healthcare delivery and create transformative partnerships.Prior to joining AMN Healthcare, he was the Executive Vice President, Patient Care Services, Chief Nurse Executive and Chief Patient Experience Officer for Temple Health in Philadelphia. In the CNE role, he oversaw nursing practice and clinical operations across the health system, including Temple University Hospital's three campuses, all outpatient clinics, and Fox Chase Cancer Center.  Dr. Venditti has been a registered nurse for over 20 years and has held various leadership positions over his 15-year leadership career.Dr. Venditti received his nursing degree from Luzerne County Community College. He holds a BSN and MBA from Misericordia University and a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Carlow University. He holds certification as a Nurse Executive-Advanced and is designated as a Fellow by the American College of Healthcare Executives.Connect with Dr. Venditti on LinkedIn Sponsors: Discover how WorkWise is redefining workforce management for healthcare. Visit workwise.amnhealthcare.com to learn more.About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Learn more about the show here. Find Us On:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyAppleInstagramLinkedInXFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare

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One common mistake organizations often make is using the terms "assessment," "inspection," and "audit" interchangeably. These terms have different meanings and serve different purposes in health and safety, making it essential to not confuse them. This episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast discusses the differences between assessments, inspections, and audits in workplace safety and features Michael Falls, health and safety management systems consultant with IHSA in the COR® department.Michael addresses each term and explains that assessments are systematic evaluations used to identify hazards and risks associated with specific tasks, processes, or environments. Inspections are routine checks of the workplace, looking at equipment, processes, and unsafe conditions. Audits are systematic, independent, and documented processes for gathering evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine how well an organization meets pre-established criteria.Michael states why each of these processes matters in workplace safety, providing real-life examples of each process, as well as explaining how they are tied to legal compliance. Common mistakes organizations make in assessment, inspection, and auditing processes can be avoided by understanding and applying the terms accurately. Misusing these terms introduces risks that can lead to gaps in safety practices, missed opportunities for improvement, and unclear roles and responsibilities.Michael also emphasizes the crucial roles employers, supervisors, and workers play in assessments, inspections, and audits, as their input and overall participation are critical for ensuring the effectiveness of the processes. Free resourcesIHSA – Certificate of Recognition (COR®)COR® ResourcesCOR® TrainingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Site Shed, Matt Jones speaks with Glen Fitzgerald from Worx Safety about how tradies can tackle workplace safety compliance without drowning in paperwork. Glen shares how digital tools and automation can help simplify your WHS systems, reduce admin, and increase operational efficiency.They chat about the differences in compliance requirements for residential versus commercial businesses, the challenges of staying on top of paperwork, and what triggers a compliance audit. You'll hear practical advice on how business owners can automate induction, training, and documentation processes, plus insights into how technology—from digital software to potential AI solutions—is making safety more accessible and efficient for everyone in the industry.

In this episode, we explore the transformative impact of AI on workplace safety management. Learn how AI technologies are reshaping safety roles, automating mundane tasks, and enhancing data analysis. We discuss the benefits, challenges, and necessary skills for safety professionals to thrive in an AI-driven environment. Read the full show notes at: https://thesafetygeek.com/126 Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to AI and Job Displacement01:06 Personal Learning Journey03:10 Initial Frustrations with AI04:58 Embracing AI for Business Efficiency08:06 AI's Impact on Safety Management09:23 Advantages of AI in Safety14:49 Challenges and Workforce Issues20:41 Ethical and Legal Considerations21:47 Future of Safety Management with AI25:12 Preparing for the Future27:24 Free vs. Paid Training33:12 Conclusion and Call to Action Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

We cannot overlook the prevalence of chronic diseases among employees and how it significantly impacts workplace safety and productivity! We discuss the connection between fitness and safety and give practical wellness strategies for a healthier and safer work environment and discuss how corporate wellness programs may help improve our work environment into a safe and healthier space.

Consumers are less pessimistic about inflation, down from its four-decade high last month. Experts say consumers have settled in after shock of tariffs. In more good news, housing market inventory rises 31.5%, giving other industries and small businesses that rely on vibrant neighborhoods some hope that there is a positive path forward. Gene Marks also shares news about the injuries to first-year employees and stresses the need for more safety training. Listen to the podcast.   DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

On episode 256 of EHS On Tap, Clare Epstein, General Manager of Commercial at Vector Solutions, talks about preparing for summer workplace safety risks.

Jorge Lopez and Bruce Buchanan unpack the evolving landscape of immigration enforcement, focusing on the rise of workplace “sweeps” by ICE (i.e., U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)). They break down the differences between administrative warrants, judicial search warrants, and "knock and talk" tactics—highlighting information to help employers in planning for their response. The conversation emphasizes the importance of having a proactive plan of action, training frontline staff, and prioritizing workplace safety during enforcement encounters. With real-world insights and practical guidance, this episode equips employers to make informed decisions, discusses ideas to help protect their workforce, and maintain compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. The purpose of this program is to provide helpful information for employers addressing the latest developments in labor and employment relations. It is not a substitute for experienced legal counsel and does not provide legal advice or attempt to address the numerous factual issues that arise in any employment-related issue.

Story of the Week (DR):Boeing Crash in India Is First Fatal Incident Involving a 787 Jet: Tragedy threatens to throw plane maker's fragile recovery into question MMBoeing stock slides after Air India 787 Dreamliner crashesAI Overviews hallucinates that Airbus, not Boeing, involved in fatal Air India crash One of the Dreamliners That Gave a Boeing Manager Nightmares Just CrashedWhistleblowers always warned that passengers would pay a price for Boeing's tyrannical corner-cutting, especially with the planes shipped overseas.Starbucks accelerates new staffing model to all company-owned North American storesStarbucks has launched its biggest hiring spree in history — aimed at finally tackling the number one gripe from frustrated customers. The recruitment blitz— adding as many as 85,000 workers across its 17,000 US locations — is a bold move aimed at slashing long wait times.CEO Brian Niccol, speaking to 14,000 store managers at a Las Vegas event on Wednesday, called it 'the biggest human capital investment in connection in the history of Starbucks.' Five years ago, Starbucks stores averaged 23 employees. Cost-cutting has since trimmed that number down to 18 to 19 — four to five fewer workers per location.Howard Schultz says he ‘did a cartwheel' when Starbucks CEO Niccol coined ‘back to Starbucks' strategyNETFLIX: 78% NO Jay Hoag“In accordance with the Company's director resignation policy, Mr. Hoag offered his resignation from the Board, conditioned upon Board acceptance. The Nominating and Governance Committee will consider Mr. Hoag's resignation and recommend to the Board regarding whether to accept or reject the resignation or take other action.”Jay Hoag chairs the Nomination CommitteeThe Nominating and Governance Committee met two times in 2024. Each member attended all the Nominating and Governance Committee meetings held in 2024, other than Mr. Hoag who did not attend one meeting.2024: 9% NO; 2023: 23% NO; 2020: 55% NO; 2017: 49% NO; 2014: 49.7% NO; 2011: 9% NOMGMT proposal to declassify the board 99.6% YESMGMT proposal to eliminate supermajority voting provisions 99.6% YESSay on Pay: 2023: 71% NO; 2022: 73% NOSHP Wins (22?)SHP Lobbying Activity Report/Political Disclosures (2 wins): 2022: 60% YES; 2021 80% YESSHP repeal classified board (6 wins): 2017: 63% YES; 2016: 83% YES; 2015: 80% YES; 2014: 82% YES; 2013: 88% YES; 2012: 78% YESSHP simple majority vote (9 wins): 2022: 58% YES; 2021: 90% YES; 2020: 73% YES; 2019: 88% YES; 2018: 84% YES; 2017: 63% YES; 2016: 82% YES; 2015: 80% YES; 2013: 81% YESSHP majority voting policy (4 wins): 2016: 87% YES; ; 2014: 82% YES; 2013: 81% YES; 2011: 72% YESSHP independent board chair: 2013 (1 win): 73% YESNetflix Director Jay C. Hoag sold 31,750 shares of Netflix stock in a transaction dated Thursday, June 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $1,252.35, for a total value of $39,762,112.50. Following the completion of the transaction, the director now directly owns 63,040 shares of the company's stock, valued at $78,948,144.Why Companies with More Female Board Members Have Better Workplace SafetyThat's the conclusion of “From the Boardroom to the Jobsite: Female Board Representation and Workplace Safety,” written by a pair of Notre Dame professors and a colleague from Villanova University. Examining government and corporate worker safety data from 266 companies between 2002 to 2011, the trio determined that the number of workplace accidents and injuries tended to be lower at businesses that had higher numbers of women on their boards.Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Rubrik's CEO let 800 employees sit in on board meetings — and he says it supercharged the companyFor the first seven to eight years of building the company, Rubrik's CEO opened board meetings to all staff.Bipul Sinha said as many as 800 staff members tuned in to these meetings.The data management firm went public in April 2024 and is worth $19 billion.MM: McDonald's downgraded on GLP-1 drug worries: Wall Street's top analyst calls MMAssholiest of the Week (MM):One story, three asshole options:Texas DRTexas Removes BlackRock From Energy Boycott Blacklist2022: Texas bans local, state government entities from doing business with firms that “boycott” fossil fuels““Our review focused on the boycott of energy companies…”Bills That Could Have Hurt Renewable Energy Die in Texas LegislatureTexas finalizes $1.8B to build solar, battery, and gas-powered microgrids2025: Texas Leads U.S. Renewable Energy Generation by a Country Mile - since 2019, renewable energy has nearly doubled to account for 30% of Texas energyBlackrockTexas Removes BlackRock From Energy Boycott Blacklist“BlackRock does not boycott fossil fuels — investing over $100 billion in Texas energy companies on behalf of our clients proves that.Fink letter to clients in 2020: Our role as a fiduciary is the foundation of BlackRock's culture. The commitments we are making today reflect our conviction that all investors – and particularly the millions of our clients who are saving for long-term goals like retirement – must seriously consider sustainability in their investments.As EU acts to stop greenwash, funds drop climate claims from their namesAn email BlackRock sent to clients on March 18, which it shared with Climate Home, said it had responded to the ESMA naming guidelines by changing the names of 56 funds worth $51bn to drop sustainability terms. An example it gave was dropping “ESG” from the BSF Systematic ESG World Equity Fund.How BlackRock's Larry Fink Won Over Donald TrumpBlackRock seeks dismissal of Texas antitrust case over coal productionBlackRock CEO Larry Fink not leaving anytime soon Did you forget about your board? Probably not… Blackrock voted for their own directors, including when those directors were in the bottom quartile for votes receivedBlackrock can even sway the vote on itself: Blackrock also owns 6.7% of itself through funds, primarily indexThe average vote FOR a BLK director is 97.3%, higher than the 96.4% US averageIn fact, the directors with the lowest votes elsewhere… got the highest votes at BLK?THREE founders on the board“Discrimination” in capital marketsX's Sales Pitch: Give Us Your Ad Business or We'll SueLate last year, Verizon Communications got an unusual message from a media company that wanted its business: Spend your ad dollars with us or we'll see you in court.It worked. Verizon, which hadn't advertised on X since 2022, pledged to spend at least $10 million this year on the platform, a person familiar with the matter said.2023: Elon, After Personally Driving Away Advertisers, Tells Them To Go Fuck Themselves (Repeatedly), And Says ‘Earth' Will ‘Judge' Them For Killing ExTwitterCanadian Tourists To The U.S. Down Nearly 40% In May, New Data SaysSUE CANADAHeadliniest of the WeekDR: BJ's Restaurant announces Lyle D Tick as new president and CEO AND ZRG Appoints Interim Talent Trailblazer Liz Dick to Board of Directors MM: Hulk Hogan wants to reimagine Hooters restaurants as his Real American Beer brand makes a new bid to save the chainWho Won the Week?DR: Jay Hoag: ignores shareholders while selling shares while pretending to be independentMM: I have a winner that doesn't know they're a winner - Polish investor Wiaczesław "Slava" Smołokowski, the owner of Polaroid. With Texas pushing Blackrock to its knees for discriminating against oil, the Robby Starbuck winning the war of discrimination against white men, and Elon Musk winning money for discriminating against Nazi platforms, Polaroid has a chance to sue Apple for discriminating against cameras with its phones, sue the state of Texas for divesting from Polaroid in 2001, and sue the US public for not buying printing cameras. . PredictionsDR: Jay Hoag does not attend the Nomination Committee meeting which is meant to accept or reject his resignation but since the other 3 committee members are too scared to act without him they sit and talk about Netflix's upcoming season of Stranger Things for 45 minutes until Brad Smith gets a text from Jay Hoag which simply reads: “Rjct”MM: Dave Calhoun boomerangs back to Boeing to save the day

John Dony, CEO and co-founder of What Works Institute, explains why policies, procedures and other accommodations for neurodivergent workers can make work safer for everyone. 

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Your stories about how the labour dispute at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) affects you. Our guests are Harry Goslin, President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union and Aaron Lazarus, Vice-President of Communications for the WSIB, the employer in this dispute.

Officials with the Wheatley Task Force and the Municipality of Chatham-Kent are looking for feedback on plans for a new park in Downtown Wheatley, Ontario's top doctor is giving another good reason to get the measles vaccine, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board is calling the union that represents its striking workers back to the bargaining table.

For decades, workplace safety management has followed a frustratingly reactive pattern: wait for accidents to happen, implement fixes, and repeat. Innovative wearable technology is now breaking this cycle by capturing critical environmental and motion data that enables safety professionals to address hazards before injuries occur.Gabriel Glynn, CEO and Founder of MākuSafe, talks with host Pete Miller, CEO of The Institutes, about how a conversation with his father, a safety manager who was frustrated with the reactive nature of his job, inspired him to create technology that helps safety professionals become proactive instead of reactive.MākuSafe's wearable devices collect environmental and motion data in real-time, giving safety managers actionable insights to prevent accidents before they happen rather than simply responding after incidents occur. The conversation explores how MakuSafe's technology works, the impressive results their customers have achieved, and how the right organizational culture is crucial for successful implementation. Gabriel also provides fascinating real-world examples of how the data collected has helped companies identify unexpected workplace hazards and make simple but effective changes that dramatically improve safety outcomes.Resources:MākuSafe website: https://makusafe.com/The Institutes: https://global.theinstitutes.org/Predict & Prevent website: https://www.predictandprevent.org/Sign up for our weekly Predict & Prevent newsletter: https://www.predictandprevent.org/newsletter/

SummaryIn this engaging episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Daniel Koonce and Caleb Talley sit down with Ali Al Jabry, founder of Kwema—a company dedicated to improving workplace safety. Ali, whose journey began in Kenya and took him across Latin America and the U.S., shares the story behind Kwema and how his personal experiences led him to entrepreneurship.Kwema's flagship product is a smart badge reel that discreetly keeps employees safe. With the press of a button, it sends exact location data during emergencies—assisting everyone from healthcare workers facing rising workplace violence to social workers and home health professionals entering unknown environments. Ali emphasizes that beyond technology, they also offer de-escalation training and tips for situational awareness.The discussion dives into the evolution of Kwema, starting from smart jewelry to their now widely adopted badge reels. Ali provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs—highlighting the importance of persistence, community, and resilience when breaking into tough industries like healthcare. He also shares what keeps him motivated: the drive to scale up and serve more customers without compromising quality. Ali closes with advice for fellow founders—reminding us that nobody has all the answers and that listening, empathy, and continuous learning are keys to success. Listen today!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(03:24) About Kwema's Innovative Safety Badge Technology(09:26) Unexpected Client Interest and Uses(16:07) Growing Through Strategic Partnerships(19:24) How Community Support is Boosting Success(22:52) Preparing for Increased Demand(24:21) Kwema's Future Market Expansion Strategy(27:36) Closing ThoughtsLinksDaniel KoonceCaleb TalleyStartup JunkieStartup Junkie YouTubeAli Al JabryKwema

Fortune favors the prepared!The Midwest Misfits aren't just a name—they're the real deal. On this episode of What's the Hazard, host Doug Fletcher goes behind the scenes with Nate, Cody, and Ryan to explore why rescue standby, industrial safety assessments, and hands-on confined space training are the future of workplace safety.If you've ever called 911 as your confined space rescue plan—you need to watch this episode.Awesome References:Children's Hospital: https://www.childrensomaha.orgBike With Mike: https://www.bikewithmikeday.com50 Mile March: https://50milemarch.orgReach out to the Misfits!mwmisfits.com(402)-984-8203Cody: cody.brdico@mwmisfits.comRyan: ryan.loewenstein@mwmisfits.comDoug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedIMuch gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!Fallowich Construction Services: https://www.fallowichconstruction.comRockford Systems: https://rockfordsystems.com__________________________________This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What Employers Need to Know About OSHA Complaints (Litigators Lounge, Episode 14) When is a hot office more than just an annoyance? In this lively episode of Litigators Lounge, hosts Jackie Voronov and Shylie Bannon kick back with lychee martinis and dive into a surprisingly misunderstood topic: OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration). This episode […] The post What Employers Need to Know About OSHA Complaints appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Intenseye is revolutionizing industrial safety by connecting to existing camera systems in manufacturing facilities and using AI to detect unsafe conditions in real-time. Having raised $93 million to date, the company has developed a platform that runs over 120 AI models analyzing 50+ safety use cases at manufacturing sites globally. In this episode of Category Visionaries, we spoke with Sercan Esen, CEO and Co-Founder of Intenseye, about his journey from software engineer to category-creating founder, and how his company is addressing the staggering problem of workplace fatalities – 2.4 million people losing their lives annually in industrial accidents.   Topics Discussed: Intenseye's origin story and mission to save lives in manufacturing How the platform transforms existing cameras into "24/7 safety supervisors" The challenge of creating a new category in industrial safety Building an account-based marketing engine from scratch The evolution from a proof-of-concept to an enterprise-ready solution Scaling from single facility deployments to managing 100+ site implementations How real-time detection differs fundamentally from traditional EHS platforms   GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Learn directly from your customers on category creation: "We came up with those category names. We named those use cases and main categories and we expanded them under like 50 new use cases too... So I would say the number one thing that we do really well is relying on our customers, our users on the front lines, and how they use our platform and operationalize and what they call it." Sercan emphasized the importance of letting your customers help shape how you define and communicate about your new category, rather than imposing terminology on them. Immerse yourself in your customer's world: Sercan personally visited over 50 manufacturing facilities in the first two years and even worked production lines to understand the environment. "I was making ice creams for a week, cars for another week. And I was working right next to frontline teams to learn more." This deep immersion helped Intenseye build a solution that truly addressed the realities of their customers' environments rather than creating a theoretical solution from a distance. Iterate your go-to-market motion with the help of early customers: The Intenseye team originally envisioned a self-serve, product-led growth model but quickly realized enterprise sales was the right approach. Sercan recalls: "I remember my first call with the procurement leader from a largest customer and he was challenging me and I said, 'Look, this is the first time I'm doing this. Can you tell me how you guys want to buy this? You tell me and I will just figure this out.' And he gave me amazing insights." This willingness to learn from customers shaped their land-and-expand strategy and pricing model. Deeply understand stakeholder concerns to drive adoption: When implementing computer vision in industrial settings, Sercan's team anticipated potential resistance and built solutions proactively: "We are always aggressively cautious about the implementation of computer vision technology because immediate reaction might be 'Hey, this is Big Brother...' But these are all wrong. We spend a lot of time with unions, frontline teams, building anonymization around blurring the entire body at the camera level, thumbnail level, and everything... to earn their trust, earn their hearts and minds." Create targeted marketing content that demonstrates your exact solution: Rather than generic marketing, Intenseye built a video engine that could analyze customer video footage using their AI, showing precisely how their system would work in a prospect's actual environment. "I posted on LinkedIn, promoted in the region where I know that account could see our video... I remember couple hours later it was a meeting booked from the VP of Healthcare Safety with a note: 'Hey, I'm really interested about this solution.'" This approach of showing exactly how you solve the specific problem has become the foundation of their marketing strategy.   //   Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe.  www.GlobalTalent.co

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

Join Wendy Sellers, The HR Lady, and her co-host JC as they dive into an enlightening conversation with Brian Matyjevich, a seasoned safety expert and Lean Specialist. Whether you're in HR or a business owner, this episode provides valuable knowledge to enhance your company's safety and efficiency. Discover the transformative power of integrating lean manufacturing principles with workplace safety strategies. Brian shares his incredible journey in the manufacturing sector, offering insights into how small changes can dramatically improve safety culture and operational excellence. Learn practical tips on overcoming resistance to new safety protocols and explore the significant benefits of lean practices in reducing workplace injuries.  Connect with Brian on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-matyjevich-6b428b8b/

On episode 250 of EHS On Tap, Tom West, Vice President and Global Practice Leader, MakuSafe, talks about how wearable technology is reshaping workplace safety.

On this episode of What's the Hazard, legal expert Justin High (partner at High & Younes) gives safety professionals a roadmap for:Workers' Comp Basics: No-fault coverage vs. full personal-injury lawsuitsThird-Party Suits: When you can sue the at-fault party in addition to your employerContingency Fees Explained: Why you never write a check, but still pay out of your recoveryCourtroom Myths: See how A Few Good Men stacks up against real trialsSubpoena Power & Spoliation: How to preserve evidence and avoid “adverse inferences”Just like the most-watched how-to videos on YouTube, Justin's practical tips will help you navigate legal hazards with confidence. Drop a

Doug welcomes Jason McMeen, a sales manager with Rockford Systems, to the program today. Learn how effective machine guarding, including light curtains and two-hand control, keeps production safe and compliant with OSHA and ANSI standards. Jason also shares his insights on the importance of stop-time measurements and proactive safety assessments. If you work in or care about industrial safety, this is an essential discussion packed with practical tips and industry expertise.Jason McMeen can be reached at jason.mcmeen@rockfordsystems.comDoug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedIMuch gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!Fallowich Construction Services: https://www.fallowichconstruction.com__________________________________This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Ethan Fight, Executive Director of Operations at Medcor Safety, joins the podcast to explore how strategic safety staffing can give high-risk industries such as construction a competitive advantage. Drawing on his 12 years of experience managing safety professionals across more than 100 construction accounts, Ethan shares insights into how investing in the right safety talent can reduce incidents, lower costs, and improve overall operational efficiency. The conversation covers how companies can approach staffing amid today's competitive labor market, the pros and cons of full-time versus on-call safety professionals, and why effective staffing can boost both compliance and employee morale. Sponsored by Medcor  Medcor Safety provides experienced safety professionals to help businesses create safer job sites, reduce risks, and ensure compliance. Medcor's customized safety staffing solutions support projects of all sizes, keeping workers protected and operations running smoothly. With expert guidance and proven safety protocols, Medcor helps businesses build a culture of safety. Visit  https://medcor.com/services/ to learn more.

Brooke van Velden says she's fixing unclear laws - on landowner liability for accidents on their land. The Workplace Relations Minister's announced changes to health and safety laws to make it clear the responsibility lies organisers of activities. The landowners of Whakaari/White Island were prosecuted after the 2019 eruption. EMA workplace safety manager Paul Jarvie says many companies were hit hard during the eruption fallout - and there's been industry concerns ever since. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug welcomes Abbey Cherney, a safety manager with Airlite Plastics, to the program today. The two have an eye-opening conversation about creating a strong safety culture. In this 2025 episode, they explore the nuances of effective safety committees, the challenges of workplace communication, and the impact of the 50 Mile March on veteran support. Abbey explains how listening to employees and engaging cross-functional teams can transform safety programs. If you're in the safety field, this interview is packed with practical tips and relatable insights to help you drive meaningful change.Donate to the 50 Mile March and help Abbey this year while supporting a great cause!https://givebutter.com/OperationHomeBase2025/abbeycherneyAbbey Cherney can be reached at acherney88@gmail.comDoug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedIMuch gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!Fallowich Construction Services: https://www.fallowichconstruction.com__________________________________This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode from the Applied Ergonomics Conference 2025, Dr. Karl Zelik of Vanderbilt University shares insightful perspectives on innovation in biomechanics and wearable technology. Drawing from his extensive experience as co-director of the Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology and as Chief Scientific Officer of HeroWear, Zelik discusses how to identify meaningful advancements versus mere industry hype. He provides practical guidance on creating sustainable, impactful solutions that enhance workplace health, safety, and productivity. Zelik's keynote underscores the importance of informed innovation to truly improve well-being across industries and society.

In this installment of Ogletree Deakins' Safety Basics podcast series, John Surma (shareholder, Houston) is joined by Robert Rodriguez (shareholder, Sacramento) to discuss the important process of workplace safety audits, specifically focusing on voluntary self-audits. In their discussion, Robert (who is co-chair of Ogletree's Workplace Violence Prevention Practice Group) and John emphasize the value and benefits of these audits, such as the ability to identify potential hazards, ensure compliance, and enhance safety culture. They also address key considerations for maintaining confidentiality and privilege throughout the audit process.

In this episode of Global Risk Community Chat, we explore leadership failures that risk workplace safety with our esteemed guest, Thomas Krause. With over 50 years of experience in clinical and experimental psychology, Thomas shares his expertise on organizational culture, workplace safety, and preventing catastrophic events. We discussed how leadership responses to accidents can miss the mark, the importance of upward communication, and how improving workplace culture can enhance both safety and overall performance. If you're passionate about Risk Management, Cyber Security, Sustainability, or workplace safety, this conversation is a must-watch. If you want to be our guest or suggest a guest, send your email to info@globalriskconsult.com with the subject line "Podcast Guest Inquiry." Stay tuned for more insightful discussions on the Global Risk Community platform!

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   William Sako is a security and risk expert. Justin and William address issues such as how security tech makes buildings smarter and safer, examples of the risk tech used in these buildings, and mistakes that risk leaders might make today. They discuss how COVID-19 has facilitated change in enhancing security measures that will be with us forever. They talk about the important role of the risk manager when designing a security plan for a building. They dig into how risk managers can lead the charge, going above and beyond check-the-box compliance. Listen to William's perspectives on risk technology, communication within an organization, and the future of building security. Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:15] Public registration is open for RISKWORLD 2025! Engage Today and Embrace Tomorrow with RIMS at RISKWORLD from May 4th through May 7th in Chicago, Illinois. Register at RIMS.org/RISKWORLD. [:31] About this episode of RIMScast. We will be joined by Bill Sako of Telgian Engineering to discuss security risk management in 2025. [:58] RIMS-CRMP Workshops! As part of RIMS's continuing strategic partnership with Purima, we have a two-day course coming up on April 22nd and 23rd. Links to these courses can be found through the Certification page of RIMS.org and this episode's show notes. [1:15] Virtual Workshops! On March 26th, Pat Saporito will host “Generative AI for Risk Management”. The next course will be on June 26th. [1:29] On April 16th and 17th, Chris Hansen will lead “Managing Worker Compensation, Employer's Liability, and Employment Practices in the U.S.” [1:42] A link to the full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's show notes. [1:53] RISKWORLD registration is open. Engage Today and Embrace Tomorrow, May 4th through 7th in Chicago. Register at RIMS.org/RISKWORLD. Also, remember that there will be lots of pre-conference workshops being held in Chicago just ahead of RISKWORLD. [2:12] These courses include “Applying and Integrating ERM,” “Captives as an Alternate Risk Financing Technique,” “Contractual Risk Transfer,” “Fundamentals of Insurance,” “Fundamentals of Risk Management,” RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep, and more! The links are in the show notes. [2:35] Our guest today, Bill Sako, is the Vice President and Senior Security Consultant at Telgian Engineering and Consulting. He has 50 years of experience in security risk management. [2:49] Bill will tell us what's keeping him up at night in security, risk management, visitor management, and workplace safety in 2025. We'll also provide tips for risk managers on how to be more of a leading voice in finding a new location, renovating it, and installing security tech. [3:15] Interview! Bill Sako, welcome back to RIMScast! [3:33] Bill got into the business of security in 1974 by starting Sako & Associates, a security consulting firm. It became the second largest in the U.S. with 28 engineers and support staff, doing every kind of security project in buildings and venues. [3:54] Sako & Associates did security projects at U.S. Embassies, F.B.I. Headquarters, super highrise buildings all over the world, large mixed-use projects, and developing multiple security programs that have to meld together in a large, complicated building. [4:20] These projects include large medical centers and college campuses around the world. A lot of its work was done with architects in corporate America when they were developing office buildings. [4:39] Sako & Associates developed over $2.2 billion in security plans over many projects. [5:33] Today's security tech is transforming buildings into smarter and safer environments through advanced sensors, AI, and connectivity. AI-powered surveillance cameras detect unusual behavior, recognize faces, and track movement in real-time. [5:58] That technology was in its infancy 10 years ago. It's come a long way and the technology is becoming rock-solid. The systems can differentiate between threats and harmless activities to reduce false alarms and help the person monitoring the system understand them. [6:18] Access control to the building and tenant spaces within the building is provided through biometric scanners, mobile-based apps, and smart card readers, with logs for digital security auditing.  [6:37] Smart IoT sensors monitor temperature and air quality. They trigger alarms very quickly in case of fire, gas leak, or unauthorized entry, to keep the building occupants safe. [6:54] Automated threat response is provided through automatically locking doors, alerting authorities, and activating emergency lighting, in response to hazards and breaches. We've had this capability for 20 years, but it is being used more now. [7:27] Cloud-based surveillance allows remote monitoring by management and first responders through web access and smartphones to see the cameras in the building in real time. It's becoming a trend. [7:59] Cyber security measures, with increased connectivity, can provide solutions to protect networks from threats like hacking and data breaches to ensure physical security systems are uncompromised. [8:12] Fire response systems have been hardwired for years. Engineers are starting to implement connected capabilities for them. [8:39] Bill talks about companies paying to install cameras, but when a camera fails, not paying to replace them, leaving black monitor screens. That gave birth to predictive maintenance plans with established lifelines for any piece of equipment and budgets for replacement as needed. [9:49] All the functions of emergency management are being automated. These innovations collectively create smarter buildings that are more secure, efficient, and responsive to any potential threat. [10:40] Many times, the technology that's put into a building is assumed to be static. That's true until you make changes to the building. Then you have to update the system. [11:02] Security is a different ball game. Security is based on behaviors. The threat environment can change from hour to hour or day to day, depending on who's visiting the building and what's going on down the street. You have to have flexibility and people to operate the equipment. [11:28] The technology needs a human operator to interpret the signals and determine the right response in real time. AI and machine learning are great technologies and we're using them virtually in every piece of equipment going in. [12:09] You still need a human to be able to assess what's happening and how they're supposed to respond when multiple sensors are going off. Bill tells of a break-in when the right response was to send three armed security officers to the asset vault. The suspects were apprehended. [13:46] Bill explains some of the changes in security technology that have been incorporated as a result of COVID-19. Increased reliance on technology led to changes in security practices.  Touchless access control came about as a result of COVID-19. [14:28] Occupancy management lets building owners know who is in the building and allows for the building to be evacuated safely. [14:48] With people working from home, COVID-19 led to an expansion in remote monitoring. [15:02] Visitor management is important. Healthcare facilities realize today that they have to protect their staff and patients in the building. They need screening in the lobby and must use visitor management. Automated systems make it easy. [16:28] Touchless and mobile access control will be with us forever. Bill also includes hybrid security management, AI-powered surveillance and analytics, and moving security and surveillance to the cloud provides greater capability. Your command center can be your laptop. [17:35] As security moved more into the digital domain, we figured out how to operate across networks and maintain security for all the data we have. Bill says it's rock-solid today. [17:55] Bill believes cloud-based services are the way to go for most buildings today. It gives you the capability to do everything remotely. [18:04] Data-driven decision-making will stay with us for a long time. It allows you to predict and mitigate risk on the fly. You have to train people well to know how to respond to the data. [18:26] Zero trust is a practice where no one coming into the network is trusted without proof through multi-factor identification. Even the Chairman of the Board must be verified. [19:01] Bill continues with crisis management and business continuity planning. A bullet list is not a business continuity plan. With crisis management and business continuity, you have to train people so they understand the plans. [19:24] The pandemic introduced new security practices and accelerated the modernization of legacy systems. Security includes integrating legacy systems with new systems. Command centers may have multiple disparate systems in one security management enterprise system. [20:14] Plug Time! RIMS Webinars! On Wednesday, March 26th at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time, members of the RIMS Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management Council will extend the dialog that began in the recent RIMS Executive Report “Understanding Interconnected Risks”. [20:33] On Thursday, March 27th, Descartes Underwriting will make its RIMS Webinar debut with a session about parametric insurance. On April 3rd, join Zurich for “Understanding Third-Party Litigation Funding”. [20:47] On April 10th, Audit Board will present “What CISOs Want Risk Executives to Know About Cyber Risk in 2025”. [20:54] Following the success of their recent webinar, HUB International returns for the next installment of their Ready for Tomorrow Series, “From Defense to Prevention: Strengthening Your Liability Risk Management Approach”. That session will be on April 17th. [21:10] On April 24th, RiskConnect returns to deliver “Better Together: The Marriage of Insurable Risk and Business Continuity”. [21:18 More webinars will be announced soon and added to the RIMS.org/webinars page. Go there to register. Registration is complimentary for RIMS members. [21:30] Let's Resume Our Dialogue about Security Risks with Bill Sako! [22:10] In 50 years of security work, Bill did not encounter many leaders with Risk in their titles. While all insurance is about risk, in the corporate world, only very large companies have risk officers. Everything is in its silo. Getting the silos to talk together can be a nightmare. [22:48] Typical buildings don't have risk managers. Corporate campuses may have a risk manager to manage 50 or 60 buildings. That person is strained. [23:02] When Telgian Engineering & Consulting is brought in for an audit or to develop a new system design for a client, they identify who the risk leader is, whatever title they may have. They team with the people who know the vulnerabilities and the threats of the organization. [23:47] Telgian has recommended to several clients that they should hire a risk management person on staff. In a lot of cases, they say they don't have the budget but they'll think about it for the future. At that organization, who is evaluating risk for them? [24:07] Telgian, as a consultant, takes that role for the organization while they're doing the assessment, creating detailed risk models. Then they educate the client to the extent that the client understands what the risks are and the risk mitigation techniques they could use. [24:47] Bill says the hard thing is to dig into organizations internally to find who that risk leader might be. Someone is doing it, even without the title. It might be the CEO. [25:36] In organizations with a titled risk officer, they may be siloed, in a lot of cases. That risk manager needs to understand whom to work with within the organization to address all the organization's security concerns. The siloes need to be taken down. [26:17] Telgian Engineering & Consulting has always had the responsibility to educate its clients. The clients may think they understand what security is and what the risks are, but they often have a very narrow view without seeing the big picture. [27:06] The person at the lobby reception desk of an office building is often the first line of defense. There may be security officers there. What happens when the visitor goes up the elevator? [27:38] The organization should provide security training for the lobby receptionist. They can see if a visitor is acting agitated. They can attempt to de-escalate an angry visitor. They need to be briefed on the organization's security practices, especially when they identify a threat. [29:23] When Telgian does an assessment, they don't want one point person to show them around. They want to talk to everybody who is in touch with what's going on in the organization. Receptionists are one of the primary sources of information for Telgian. [30:13] Bill says that risk leaders and officers need to find a way to become embedded in the organization and the things that are going on. The risk manager needs to be part of the security team, the facilities team, the legal team, and the IT team. [30:32] Bill has recommended to risk managers that they should set up monthly or bi-monthly meetings with the leaders of the siloes to discuss concerns and risks and how to solve those problems together. The risk manager is usually the right person to pull that team together. [31:42] Bill says identifying risks through AI on video cameras and following a visitor through the building is happening in many organizations now. This is critical for post-incident analysis. [33:07] One thing the government is great at is doing a full-blown report after an incident. That incident report winds up informing security of the risks to watch for. [33:19] On every consultation project, Bill got past reports upfront from the organization to see what the issues have been with the organization. They design security systems to meet those threats. Organizations have to do that to manage their risks properly. [33:42] Special thanks again to William Saco for joining us here on RIMScast. In this episode's show notes, I have links to more RIMS Risk Management magazine and RIMScast coverage on security risks and workplace violence preparedness and prevention.  [33:59] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [34:27] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [34:46] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [35:03] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. 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In this episode of What's The Hazard, Doug welcomes Jeff Lucas, the Director of Safety at a large local manufacturing facility, to discuss his journey into the world of safety and food processing. Jeff shares his unique experiences, from starting in the pork industry to implementing innovative safety programs that prioritize employee well-being over production. Tune in as they delve into the challenges of maintaining safety in a bustling poultry plant, the importance of communication between management and employees, and how technology is revolutionizing safety practices.Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comPMLConstructionSRP Environmental NDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govMak-U-Safe - https://makusafe.com/Liquid TruckingMid America Martial Arts: https://midamericamartialarts.com/This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Disclaimer: This episode contains a discussion on domestic violence, which can also be known as intimate partner violence or narcissistic abuse, strangulation, homicide, stalking, sexual assault, etc. Listener discretion is advised.In this episode of Nurse Converse, Leah Helmbrecht is joined by fellow Forensic Nurse Examiner Kalen Knight to discuss the critical role of forensic nursing in addressing domestic violence and intimate partner violence. Kalen introduces the SOAR program, a workplace violence prevention initiative designed to support employees experiencing domestic violence. They dive into the challenges of implementing such programs, the importance of confidentiality, and real-life success stories that highlight the program's impact.>>How the SOAR Program Supports Nurses Facing Domestic ViolenceIf you or someone you know is in a domestic violence relationship, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text the word START to 88788.Jump Ahead to Listen:[04:06] Workplace violence prevention program.[09:38] Knowledge gap in domestic violence.[12:29] Workplace safety planning for victims.[15:51] Domestic violence workplace safety.[17:13] Workplace support for abusive relationships.[21:00] Workplace safety for abuse victims.[25:40] Stalking support and intervention.[27:32] Forensic nursing awareness initiative.[31:02] Compassionate forensic nursing practices.Connect with Leah on social media:Instagram: offtheclocknurseTikTok: offtheclocknurseFB: Off The Clock Nurse TravelsConnect with Kalen on social media:Instagram: forensic_murseFor more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

Does your safety program have a clear and well communicated mission?Doug Fletcher can be reached at doug@fletchersafety.comIf you have any topics you'd like Doug to address, feel free to reach out via email or shoot him a message on LinkedI__________________________________Much gratitude to our Sponsors and Supporters!CCS Group - Cheyenne Wohlford https://ccsgrouponline.comPMLConstructionNDOL – Onsite Consultation - Jim Cover Jim.Cover@nebraska.govFalewitch Construction Services, LLC - https://www.falewitch.com/________________________________This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's workplace, safety isn't considered a "sexy" topic. Some employers consider safety communication challenging, unengaging, and not always very impactful. What if there was a better way to engage employees? Learn how to plan your safety communication strategically and take your audience into consideration with Blaine Hoffman, host of the Safety Pro Podcast.

“The watchword is uncertainty. I don't think there's any question that the Trump administration is going to usher in a more pro-business, anti-regulatory administration and emphasis. But I do think that there's a lot that remains to be seen about how that will actually go into effect. [Post Loper Bright] we don't exactly know how courts will interpret a number of statutes.” Chapters 00:00 Navigating Workplace Law in 2025 00:45 Uncertainty in OSHA Regulations 06:07 Impact of New Administration on OSHA 09:58 Workplace Violence Prevention Regulations 13:48 The Future of OSHRC and Judicial Review