OH&S SafetyPod

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Listen along as Occupational Health & Safety Executive Editor David Kopf takes a deep dive into occupational safety and health topics with industry experts.

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OH&S SafetyPod episodes:

05.22.2024
Episode 205: Going Beyond Compliance — Why Just Meeting the Requirements Might Not Be Enough
When it comes to workplace safety, standards compliance only gets you so far. Bartholomew Jay from the NFPA joins the podcast to delve into the critical nature of safety training beyond basic compliance to prevent injuries and operational disruptions. Jae...
05.13.2024
Episode 204: A Decade of Safety Achievement: Ten Years Without Incidents
After ten years of accident-free operation at Leeco Steel's Houston facility, Chad Schuh and Ben Kincheloe — Leeco's VP of operations and director of Safety, respectively — join the OH&S; SafetyPod to discuss the company's approach to safety culture, what strategies...
04.29.2024
Episode 203: Confronting Workplace Violence, Harassment and Mental Health
Workplace violence, harassment and mental health continue to be key concerns for workers. But the big picture regarding the true state of these serious matters often remains unclear. Elissa Rossi, VP of compliance advisory services at Traliant, joins the OH&S;...
04.25.2024
Episode 202: Different Technologies for Drug Testing
Workplace drug testing has existed for decades with lab-based urine testing being the dominant test method for much of that time. However, new technologies have ushered in new approaches, which could have come at a better time given how recreational...
03.19.2024
Episode 201 - The Role and Value of Women in Worker Safety
As Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week fall in March, OH&S;’s SafetyPod examines the role of women in worker safety. Shawna Fraser Nagle, MS, CSP, CHST, CUSP, the Vice President of Safety at Newton, Mass.-headquartered Fraser Engineering Co....
01.22.2024
Episode 200 - The Year Ahead for Workplace Safety
Occupational Health & Safety’s Executive Editor David Kopf and Content Editor Robert Yaniz, Jr. kick off the new year by talking about a few safety initiatives and trends that will impact the next 12 months. Those developments, include efforts to...
12.12.2023
The Role of Ergonomics in Your Employees’ Health
Ergonomics continues to get increased attention in the workplace, but worker safety and health professionals face a number of challenges when trying to ensure good ergonomics. Sofia Kiriukhina, the Head of Customer Success at TuMeke Ergonomics, joins the OH&S; SafetyPod...
11.21.2023
SDS Sections You’ve Been Ignoring
Every section of a Safety Data Sheet is important, but there are several sections of SDS that often get less attention than they should. Well-known workplace safety expert Stephen E. Badger, CSP, OHST, WCP, manager of loss control for The...
11.13.2023
Prioritizing and Addressing Winter Hazards
The winter months are now upon us, bringing in a range of seasonal safety hazards and risks that businesses and industries have to deal with in order to keep workers safe. Brendan Moriarty, Vice President, Casualty Executive Field Specialist, North...
10.30.2023
NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2023 Wrap Up
Regular readers of Occupational Health & Safety’s website, enewsletter and social media accounts saw our regular updates from the show floor and key conferences sessions at NSC’s Safety Congress & Expo 2023 in New Orleans, but we wanted to use...
10.17.2023
Powering Progress: The Power of Connected Safety
Connected safety is coming — are you ready? Every business is responsible for employee safety, but that has become challenging in today’s business climate due to reasons that most people couldn’t have foreseen even a few years ago. However, connected...
10.02.2023
A New Educational Opportunity for Safety Professionals
Columbia Southern University has unveiled a new program to help safety professionals take their expertise to the next level. CSU’s new Doctor of Occupational Safety and Health program helps workplace safety managers build strong analytical skills to help them apply...
09.19.2023
Public Works Employees as First Responders
Public Works workers are often first on the scene at public emergencies and last to leave. Moreover, on any given day, they can be exposed to 50 different types of hazards or potential exposures. Well-known industry speaker, educator and writer...
09.05.2023
Ensuring Safe Rooftops for Workers
Body: Fall protection consistently ranks first on OSHA’s Top 10 safety violations, with many falls occurring from rooftops. Understanding these risks and implementing safety measures is crucial. In this episode, Daniel Huntington, General Manager at Kee Safety Inc. and a...
08.29.2023
A Changing of the Guard at OH&S Magazine
Our cast of editorial characters is slightly changing here at Occupational Health & Safety magazine. Associate Content Editor Alexandria Saurman will be moving to another department at our parent company, 1105 Media, and business journalist Robert Yaniz, Jr. has joined...
07.31.2023
Exploring Oral Fluid Drug Testing in the Workplace
In the last decade, the U.S. has seen much change when it comes the rules and laws about drugs. As the conversation around this topic—be it legalization, decriminalization or approved testing methods—grows, so will the discussion on workplace drug testing....
07.18.2023
The Top Five OSHA Violations for Construction
Zach Pucillo, the EHS compliance Manager with KPA, joins the SafetyPod to discuss the top five OSHA violations in construction. Pucillo answers pertinent questions such as: What are those violations? How many are perennial problems? What are the key safety...
06.20.2023
The Importance of Communication: Takeaways from ASSP Safety 2023
OH&S; Executive Editor David Kopf sits down with OH&S; Associate Content Editor Alex Saurman to discuss one of his key takeaways from the American Society of Safety Professionals' Safety 2023 Conference and Expo held from June 5 to 7, 2023.
06.04.2023
Trends in Lone Worker Safety
Lester Tiro of SafetyLine Lone Worker joins the podcast to talk about various issues and challenges of lone worker safety, as well as strategies and tools for enhancing lone worker safety. Additionally, Tiro shares a sneak peek of some findings uncovered in...
05.22.2023
A Look at the Business of Safety: Protecting People While Driving Profitability
Business and safety are two topics that go hand-in-hand. Yet, the business side of safety is not something that’s often discussed. In this episode of the OH&S; SafetyPod, Gavin Coyle, a Global Safety leader, CEO, safety influencer and business Board...
05.09.2023
Preventing Arc Flash and Shock Hazards
Electrical safety expert Zarheer Jooma, P.E., IEEE (SM’17), an electrical engineer with e-Hazard, which provides arc flash and electrical safety training, shares insights into adequate risk assessment, the kinds of necessary PPE, common human errors that often lead to arch flash incidents,...
03.28.2023
Prioritizing Mental Health in Workplace Safety
Construction Safety Week runs May 1-5, and a big component of this year’s event is how everyone involved in a construction project can own and act on safety to positively impact the mental health safety of their coworkers. Ralph Blessing,...
01.09.2023
OH&S Changes: An Update from Our Editorial Team
In this episode, Sydny Shepard says farewell and ushers in a new era of editorial leadership for Occupational Health & Safety.
01.02.2023
Top Ways to Create a Healthier Workplace in 2023
Happy New Year! Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses ways to prioritize health at work in 2023.
12.19.2022
Safety Goals: Resolutions Aren’t Just for the New Year
2023 is upon us. Editor Sydny Shepard talks all about making New Year's Resolutions for safety and how to stick with them.
12.12.2022
Profits over Protection: Companies Frequently Cited by OSHA in 2022
In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses some of the most cited companies in 2022.
12.07.2022
The Right Testing Solution is Key to Your Hearing Conservation Program
Let's talk testing for occupational hearing loss. Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with SHOEBOX's Alexa Gough to talk all about Hearing Conservation Programs, hearing testing and more. A special thank you to SHOEBOX SHOEBOX is the maker of the world’s...
12.05.2022
Healthy Workplaces: Protecting Workers from Seasonal Illnesses
Keeping workers healthy though the unhealthiest season of the year is tough. Here's some ways to protect workers from seasonal illnesses.
11.28.2022
Looking Towards the Future: How Safety Will Evolve
In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at what is in store for the safety and health industry in the future.
11.21.2022
Protecting Data is Essential to Worker Safety
In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses how protecting employee data is essential to worker safety.
11.14.2022
Choosing Effective Safety Training Methods
Everyone learns differently so it is important to incorporate different training styles for knowledge retention and safer work.
11.09.2022
Staying Up to Date: How NFPA is Digitizing Codes and Standards
Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with NFPA LiNK Director Kyle Spencer to talk all about NFPA’s inspiration for LiNK, recent updates to the program and the future of digitization at NFPA. A special thank you to the National Fire...
11.07.2022
Stop the Job: Don't Risk Injury for Productivity
Encouraging employees to stop the job in an unsafe scenario comes with a long list of complications. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses how you can encourage employees to prioritize health and safety.
11.02.2022
Enhancing Workplace Safety with the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence may sound like something from the future, but it is already changing the way companies enhance their workplace safety programs. On this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with SparkCognition's Stephen Gold to talk about...
10.31.2022
Part Two: Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them
Editor Sydny Shepard continues to count down the top five most frequently cited standards and what you can be doing to avoid being penalized for not complying with these standards. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association....
10.24.2022
Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them
There are a few standards that have dominated the most frequently cited standards list for years. In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard breaks a few of them down and explains how to avoid being cited. A special thank you to...
10.19.2022
Lockout Compliance: Finding the Right Blueprint for Success
OH&S; Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Bill Belongea, Safety Services Program Manager at The Master Lock Company to talk about effective ways to enhance your lockout program. A special thank you to The Master Lock Company. Nothing is more...
10.17.2022
What’s Going On? Updates on OSHA’s Most Recent Decisions
OSHA has been making moves. Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the latest announcements, news and movements from OSHA in the last few months. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set...
10.10.2022
Mindset Matters: Just One Thought Can Halt Safety Progress
In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses why mindset matters, how external struggles can bring internal battles and how you can turn it all around with just one thought. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA...
10.05.2022
Protecting Frontline Workers in the Utilities Industry with Connected Safety
Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Blackline Safety's Sean Stinson and NiSource's Prajwal Deshpande to discuss practical implementations of connected technology to enhance worker safety. A special thank you to Blackline Safety. Blackline Safety is a technology leader driving innovation...
10.03.2022
Workplace Safety Inspections: Preparing for and Conducting Your Own
In this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses three ways that you can be ensuring your company is on track with safety and health compliance measures. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK®...
09.26.2022
In Case You Missed It: Highlights from NSC Congress & Expo
In this podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard touches on the Occupational Keynote from OSHA Head Doug Parker, NSC’s Work to Zero Initiative and the unveiling of OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for fiscal year 2022. A special thank you to the...
09.19.2022
Surprise Inspections: What to Do If OSHA Comes Knocking
OSHA inspections are generally unannounced. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the do's and don'ts of a surprise inspection. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize...
09.14.2022
90 Years in OSHA: How Women's Roles Have Changed
There are more women in safety than ever before. In this podcast episode, OH&S; Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Columbia Southern University professor Shannon Holman to talk about the impact that women have had on the occupational safety and...
09.12.2022
Creating an Effective AED Program in the Workplace
An AED can't save a life, if it cannot be found. In this podcast, listen to tips for an effective AED program. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set...
09.06.2022
Industrial Hygiene: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
In this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at Industrial Hygiene through the lens of the past and the future. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery...
08.29.2022
Seeing Safely: Tips for an Effective Vision Protection Program
There are many things that safety directors, managers and leadership can do to ensure that employees are adhering to a vision protection program. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform...
08.22.2022
Safety & Security: Tips for Preventing Workplace Violence
Lowering the number of instances of workplace violence is not only crucial to the health and safety of your workforce, but is also legally mandated by federal OSHA. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK®...
08.17.2022
Modern-Day Trends: Testing for Workplace Impairment
Marijuana is seeing more legalization throughout the country, THC products like Delta 8 are gaining popularity and more people than ever are working from home. What is an employer to do? Creating an effective program to test for substance abuse...
08.15.2022
Everything You Need to Know about Forklifts & Safety
Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses everything you may need to know about forklifts and mitigating the risks associated with them. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set...

What's OH&S SafetyPod about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

OH&S SafetyPod episodes:

Episode 205: Going Beyond Compliance — Why Just Meeting the Requirements Might Not Be Enough

Episode 204: A Decade of Safety Achievement: Ten Years Without Incidents

Episode 203: Confronting Workplace Violence, Harassment and Mental Health

Episode 202: Different Technologies for Drug Testing

Episode 201 - The Role and Value of Women in Worker Safety

Episode 200 - The Year Ahead for Workplace Safety

The Role of Ergonomics in Your Employees’ Health

SDS Sections You’ve Been Ignoring

Prioritizing and Addressing Winter Hazards

NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2023 Wrap Up

Powering Progress: The Power of Connected Safety

A New Educational Opportunity for Safety Professionals

Public Works Employees as First Responders

Ensuring Safe Rooftops for Workers

A Changing of the Guard at OH&S Magazine

Exploring Oral Fluid Drug Testing in the Workplace

The Top Five OSHA Violations for Construction

The Importance of Communication: Takeaways from ASSP Safety 2023

Trends in Lone Worker Safety

A Look at the Business of Safety: Protecting People While Driving Profitability

Preventing Arc Flash and Shock Hazards

Prioritizing Mental Health in Workplace Safety

OH&S Changes: An Update from Our Editorial Team

Top Ways to Create a Healthier Workplace in 2023

Safety Goals: Resolutions Aren’t Just for the New Year

Profits over Protection: Companies Frequently Cited by OSHA in 2022

The Right Testing Solution is Key to Your Hearing Conservation Program

Healthy Workplaces: Protecting Workers from Seasonal Illnesses

Looking Towards the Future: How Safety Will Evolve

Protecting Data is Essential to Worker Safety

Choosing Effective Safety Training Methods

Staying Up to Date: How NFPA is Digitizing Codes and Standards

Stop the Job: Don't Risk Injury for Productivity

Enhancing Workplace Safety with the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence

Part Two: Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them

Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them

Lockout Compliance: Finding the Right Blueprint for Success

What’s Going On? Updates on OSHA’s Most Recent Decisions

Mindset Matters: Just One Thought Can Halt Safety Progress

Protecting Frontline Workers in the Utilities Industry with Connected Safety

Workplace Safety Inspections: Preparing for and Conducting Your Own

In Case You Missed It: Highlights from NSC Congress & Expo

Surprise Inspections: What to Do If OSHA Comes Knocking

90 Years in OSHA: How Women's Roles Have Changed

Creating an Effective AED Program in the Workplace

Industrial Hygiene: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow

Seeing Safely: Tips for an Effective Vision Protection Program

Safety & Security: Tips for Preventing Workplace Violence

Modern-Day Trends: Testing for Workplace Impairment

Everything You Need to Know about Forklifts & Safety