The Risk Matrix

We're celebrating our 100th episode!

Tune in this week to hear:

Our favorite moments from past episodes

How James met Dr. Martin

Most memorable guests

Bonus, we are giving away $100 to a live listener.

As always, bring your questions.

We're tackling a big one on The Risk Matrix LIVE this week: how to modernize your Operator Qualification program.

The truth is, most OQ systems were built for regulatory compliance and do not to reflect how work actually gets done today. That gap between "qualified" and "competent" shows up in ways that could cost you through rework, delays, incidents, and audit exposure.

This week, we will be joined by OQ legend, Tom Meek, Vice President of Regulatory Compliance, who has 30+ years of hands on experience building programs, advising clients, and preparing for audits. Together, we'll break down where traditional OQ falls short, how you can bring your program up to speed, and how to build the business case to get it funded.

Even when safety risks are rising, many leaders struggle to get the budget they need. Executives often view safety as a cost; not a strategic investment.

We explore hands-on examples you can use to make the business case for safety by tying it to outcomes leadership cares about like reducing downtime, liability, and insurance costs. You'll learn how to speak the language of decision-makers, quantify risk in financial terms, and hear real-world examples of what actually gets budget approved.

These are the real disconnects:

Safety vs. Speed. Culture vs. Compliance. Reporting vs. Reality.

This is the conversation between safety, operations, and leadership that everyone avoids. We're bringing it front and center.

The risk doesn't end when the contract's signed. In this episode, Katie Hill, CSP, VP of Client Success at Veriforce, shares what hiring clients are really watching for—and how high-performing suppliers are shifting their approach to risk.

From communication breakdowns to contractor red flags, Katie brings 14 years of insight on how to win (and keep) business in the modern risk landscape.

Sponsored by Veriforce at ASSP.

OSHA isn't just about inspections and fines, and this episode proves it. Join retired OSHA Area Director David Bates and safety veteran Rick Ingram for a deep dive into the misunderstood functions of OSHA. From cooperative programs to behind-the-scenes initiatives that save lives without headlines, this conversation reveals the agency's full scope, and what most employers, employees, and safety stakeholders don't know but should.

These two industry insiders bring the real talk, the real risks, and the real opportunities.

88 psychosocial hazards are waiting to blow up your team, your culture, and your bottom line.

Dr. Daniels is done waiting for the industry to wake up. You think you're keeping people safe? Think again. PsychoSocial Hazards are real, and they're wrecking teams, trust, and lives while everyone pretends it's "not their problem."

Dr. Daniels is here to call it out, LIVE on The Risk Matrix with James Junkin and Dr. Logan Martin. And he's dropping his new book: Psychosocial Hazards Are Real! — the survival guide every leader needs. Get ready to see the 88 hidden risks killing your culture, and what to do about it.

You've got questions, James Junkin and Dr. L.F. Martin are bringing the answers. Two safety pros tackling your biggest challenges, in real time.

From field issues to leadership friction — nothing's off-limits.

Submit your question.

Then grab your crew and tune in.

This one's for you.

Make your lunch break a mission‑critical training session: This episode is a 45‑minute safety blitz with Dr. L.F. Martin, Chris England, and James Junkin. You'll get:

Proven shortcuts to slash contractor chaos and keep projects on track

Battle‑tested protocols to stop incidents before they start

Deepwater Horizon‑born policies that cut risk, fines, and downtime

No slides. No sales. Just real talk and deploy‑today shortcuts—during lunch.

Don't miss our 2nd LIVE Risk Matrix as we dive into the world of telematics with sponsor Quartix! Global Sales Director Sean Maher shares real-world insights on harnessing vehicle data to cut road risks and costs, boost driver behavior, and unlock serious fleet efficiency. It's data-driven safety—live and unscripted!