In this episode of The Safety Meeting’s Safety Lab, we explore why overall workplace safety  metrics are improving but Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) rates remain flat or are increasing. We discuss the traditional Hendrick Safety Triangle and introduce a SIF prevention model which focuses on identifying and addressing high-risk precursors. Additionally, we talk proactive strategies that are being employed by safety professionals: How leveraging data smartly and earning leadership support helps create a proactive safety culture. Through real-world examples and a structured Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) approach, we provide a framework for improving SIF prevention.

• (00:35) Understanding Safety Statistics Trends
• (01:55) The Hendrick Safety Triangle
• (02:57) New SIF Prevention Model
• (04:31) Defining Serious Injury and SIF Potential
• (06:27) Identifying Precursors and Indicators
• (08:41) Practical Steps for Safety Managers
• (14:54) Tools and Technologies for SIF Prevention
• (16:52) Measuring Success and Overcoming Barriers
• (18:48) Implementing PDCA for SIF Prevention
• (20:34) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of The Safety Meeting, we’re joined by Monica Patel, Senior Product Manager at KPA, to talk about the business case for safety technology. We discuss leveraging technology to tackle safety and compliance challenges, ways to make a strong business case for safety tech to the C-Suite, and look at metrics for calculating return on investment (ROI). We uncover the hidden costs of workplace injuries and common roadblocks in technology implementation, and unpack strategies for demonstrating business value while stressing the importance of investing in employee well-being.

• (00:00) Welcome to the Safety Meeting
• (01:20) The Business Case for Safety Technology
• (02:51) Calculating ROI for Safety Tech
• (04:07) Hidden Costs and Benefits of Safety Tech
• (05:59) Effective Safety Technologies
• (07:19) Overcoming Implementation Challenges
• (08:33) Handling Pushback and Building Buy-In
• (12:20) Future Trends in Safety Technology
• (14:29) Final Thoughts

Please see the episode of the The Safety Lab, we talked about today.

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On this episode of The Safety Meeting’s Safety Lab, we look at a recently published study by the  Workers Compensation Research Institute, “The Impact of Excessive Heat on the Frequency of Work-related Injuries.” We unpack the study to see how increasing temperatures might be creating risks in the workplace that are often overlooked.

• (00:14) The Impact of Excessive Heat on Workplace Safety
• (01:04) Direct and Indirect Injuries
• (03:48) Temperature and Injury Rates
• (05:56) Regional Differences in Heat-Related Injuries
• (07:45) Industry-Specific Heat Impacts
• (10:29) Mitigating Heat Risks in the Workplace

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In this episode of The Safety Meeting, Zach Pucillo, KPA’s EHS Regulatory Compliance Manager, joins us for a mid-year regulatory update. He covers the impact of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, state vs. federal regulatory dynamics, OSHA's proposed heat safety rule, and the regulatory implications of the Loper Bright case. He also explains the evolving landscape of emerging technologies in safety, data-driven programs, and how companies are adapting amidst regulatory uncertainty.

• (00:00) Welcome to the Safety Meeting
• (00:58) Impact of the New Department of Government Efficiency
• (06:36) Federal and State Regulatory Dynamics
• (12:34) Heat Safety Regulations and State-Level Activity
• (17:55) Impact of the Loper Bright Ruling
• (21:03) Impact of EPA Permit Changes
• (22:26) Technological Innovations in Safety
• (27:23) Adapting to Regulatory Shifts in Key Industries
• (32:30) The Role of Safety Professionals Amidst Deregulation
• (36:41) Final Thoughts

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In this episode of The Safety Meeting, we talk emerging technology with Mulango Akpo-Esambe, Creative Services Manager at KPA, and Jill Schaefer, KPA’s  Director of Content Management. We discuss the evolving impact of Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence technologies on safety training, specifically how AR can create interactive safety experiences and how AI can help personalize training. Mulango and Jill share practical examples of how new tech can complement and supplement proven hands-on methods. We also discuss possible concerns about adopting AI tech, but also share excitement about how these innovations can help safety professionals keep their workplaces and workers safer.

• (00:00) Welcome to The Safety Meeting
• (00:15) Meet Mulango Akpo-Esambe and Jill Schaefer
• (01:13) Innovations in Training: AI and AR
• (02:39) Augmented Reality in Safety Training
• (07:57) AI's Role in Future Training Programs
• (15:55) Measuring Training Effectiveness
• (22:56) Cost-Effective Safety Training Solutions
• (25:07) Embracing the Future of Safety Training
• (25:40) Final Thoughts

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In this episode of The Safety Meeting, KPA’s  Senior Vice President of Hazardous Industries Deren Boyd unpacks digital transformation in safety management. We talk practical strategies for integrating leadership, technology, and operations to foster a strong safety culture. Deren encourages safety leaders to engage frontline workers, simplify processes in the transition from paper to digital systems, and measure success through active participation. He emphasizes the importance of leadership visibility, how digital tools can bolster both efficiency and safety gains, and speaks to how trust and communication are key to achieving meaningful safety at the worksite.

• (01:22) The Role of Leadership in Safety Culture
• (04:42) Empowering Frontline Workers
• (11:56) Daily Reinforcement of Safety Culture
• (18:49) Overcoming Barriers to Safety Culture Transition
• (22:04) Measuring Success in Safety Culture Initiatives
• (28:36) Integrating Safety Software into Workflows
• (34:25) Evolving Relationships During Digital Transformation

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In this episode of the Safety Meeting, we consider workplace safety for new hires, talking with Zach Pucillo, KPA’s EHS Compliance Manager, and David Pomaville, Director of Environmental Health and Safety at Caglia Environmental. We look at the unique risks that new hires face in their first year on the job and discuss effective onboarding practices and training techniques to ensure new workers are prepared and safe. David shares real-world examples of how he is shaping Caglia’s safety culture to help protect new hires. Zach explains how a grease fire in his childhood kitchen led to being "grounded for life” and also inspired his career in safety.

• (00:17) Welcome Zach Pucillo and David Pomaville
• (01:01) The High Risk of First-Year Employees
• (02:08) Industry-Specific Injury Statistics for New Hires
• (03:11) Effective Onboarding and Hiring Practices
• (06:40) Engaging Training Techniques
• (10:40) The Power of Storytelling in Safety Training
• (14:17) Balancing General and Specific Safety Training
• (15:48) Training Tools and Techniques
• (18:38) Reinforcing Safety Habits

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In this episode of The Safety Meeting, we speak with Jade Brainard, Senior Director of Product Management at KPA, to explore successful strategies for building a safety-first culture that prioritizes frontline workers. Jade highlights the importance of leadership commitment, the role of technology in enhancing safety programs, and the ways organizations can engage frontline employees. She provides real-world examples and practical advice on fostering two-way communication, using tech tools, and how recognizing safety behavior empowers employees.

• (00:16) Welcome Jade Jade Brainard: Senior Director of Product Management at KPA
• (00:50) Building a Safety-First Culture
• (02:20) Leadership's Role in Safety Engagement
• (05:02) Overcoming Common Safety Barriers
• (06:58) The Impact of Technology on Safety Programs
• (10:17) Empowering Frontline Workers by Recognizing and Rewarding Safety Behaviors
• (14:34) Creating Relevant and Practical Safety Training
• (16:30) Future Trends in Safety and Advice for 2025 and Beyond

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We dive into a new study, published in the Journal of Safety Science that looked at over 12,000 injury cases to understand how a company's Psychological Safety Culture affected how long employees were off work and the costs involved.

• (00:20) Introduction to Psychological Safety Climate (PSC)
• (01:22) The Role of Leadership in PSC
• (02:38) Study Findings: Impact of High PSC
• (06:15) Understanding Job Strain and Recovery
• (08:10) Implementing PSC in the Workplace

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In this episode of The Safety Meeting, we welcome Zach Pucillo,  EHS Regulatory Compliance Manager at KPA. Zach is a certified safety professional and certified hazardous materials manager, recognized in 2022 by the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals as Hazardous Materials Professional of the Year. Today, we chat about 2025 regulations and safety best practices in the new year.

• (00:20) Welcome Zach Pucillo
• (00:47) Major Trends in Workplace Safety for 2025
• (01:30) Regulatory Changes and Their Impacts
• (02:52) Heat Illness Regulation and Compliance
• (07:49) Final Stages of Key Regulations
• (10:49) State-Level Influences on Safety Regulations
• (13:15) Industry-Specific Safety Challenges
• (16:18) Emerging Technologies in Safety
• (21:36) Adapting to Regulatory Changes
• (23:57) Actionable Advice for Safety Managers
• (27:59) Looking Ahead to 2025

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