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National Safety Council experts Lisa Brooks and Ram Maikala discuss common causes of and potential solutions for MSDs – the leading cause of workplace injuries. MSDs cost billions of dollars each year in workers’ compensation and lost productivity. Read episode notes, sign up to be notified by email when each new episode has been published, and find other ways to subscribe. https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/22553-safe-side-podcast-national-safety-month-mini-episodes#week1

During this webinar experts from J. J. Keller will look at eight common hazard communication mistakes you may be making and address issues they hear about every day in their work, including secondary container labeling, mixtures, who needs training, what exceptions apply, and more. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Feb. 17, 2022, by J.J. Keller. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/254-8-hazcom-mistakes-you-may-be-making-and-how-to-fix-them

In Episode 27, the S+H editorial team discusses lightning safety for workers as the summer months approach. The team is also joined by NIOSH social scientist Gigi Petery, co-director of the agency’s National Center for Productive Aging and Work, to discuss how aging workers can enjoy success on the job. Read episode notes, sign up to be notified by email when each new episode has been published, and find other ways to subscribe. https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/22546-on-the-safe-side-podcast-episode-27-lightning-safety-aging-workforce

Learn who should receive training, when training should (or must) be provided and why providing that training is important. Training topics to be covered: Powered industrial trucks; hazard communication; lockout/tagout; personal protective equipment; and bloodborne pathogens. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Feb 10, 2022, by J. J. Keller. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/253-top-5-osha-safety-training-topics-requirements-and-best-practices-for-safety-and-health

During this webinar, you’ll be surprised to learn: What impacts are actually being tested for in hard hat and safety helmet standards; the dangerous impacts your current hard hat or safety helmet may overlook; and how to fill the protection gap left by current standards and hard hat/safety helmet options. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Feb 3, 2022, by Ergodyne. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/256-the-brain-injury-your-hard-hat-overlooks-how-to-fill-the-head-protection-gap-left-by-current-standards

Experts discuss how safety leaders earn both c-suite support and employee trust as they reimagine safety programs for the current landscape. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Jan. 26, by AlertMedia. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/252-build-a-safety-culture-that-withstands-change

“It’s not only your initial meeting with someone that contributes to a positive impression,’” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk, who shares advice. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column: https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/topics/994-all-about-you

The presentation covers high-reliability cultures, how they are developed, and how 10 minutes a week from each team member can exponentially improve safety. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Jan. 20, 2022, by Avetta. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/255-a-high-reliability-safety-culture-in-10-minutes-a-week-per-person

Experts from J. J. Keller discuss several key general industry training topics, such as hazard communication, forklifts, lockout/tagout, walking-working surfaces, bloodborne pathogens and more. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Jan. 13, 2022, by J. J. Keller. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/251-osha-training-for-general-industry-reviewing-the-elements-for-select-topics

In Episode 26, the S+H editorial teamexamines how language barriers can affect workplace safety. In addition, Jessica Bunting, director of the Research to Practice initiative at CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training, discusses the ninth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, set for May 2-6. Read episode notes, sign up to be notified by email when each new episode has been published, and find other ways to subscribe. https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/22443

“Failed expectations can be learning experiences,’” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/topics/994-all-about-you

Experts from J. J. Keller l help you approach incident investigations with the aim of discovering all underlying factors, so that your organization can prevent recurrences and suffer fewer worker injuries. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Dec. 14, 2021, by J. J. Keller. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/249-incident-investigations-finding-and-eliminating-root-causes

In Episode 25, the S+H editorial team celebrates the two-year anniversary of the podcast with a discussion on the many safety hazards facing storm recovery workers. In addition, Nicole Randall from the International Safety Equipment Association discusses various aspects of personal protective equipment for workers, including some challenges facing women on the job. Read episode notes, sign up to be notified by email when each new episode has been published, and find other ways to subscribe. https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/22353

This presentation analyzes threats of workplace violence at all levels of frequency and severity, along with the different levels of preventative and reactive measures to help remove fear and doubt and replace them with awareness, prevention and preparedness. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Dec. 8, 2021, by Avetta. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/250-is-the-world-a-battlefield-identifying-preventing-and-responding-to-workplace-violence-at-all-risk-levels

J. J. Keller’s experts help you and your organization navigate through OSHA regulations. You’ll get answers to questions such as: How do you record days away for an employee whose time off resulting from injury extends from one year to the next? You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Nov. 30, 2021, by J. J. Keller. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/246-injury-illness-recordkeeping-wrap-up-guidance-to-year-end-reporting

During this webinar, Derek Sang, technical training manager at Bulwark, addresses some of the more common ones and provide helpful tips on how to get the most out of your protective gear. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Nov. 23, 2021, by Bulwark. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/248-the-myths-and-misconceptions-of-fr-ar-clothing

“Showing appreciation is often underappreciated,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/topics/994-all-about-you

During this webinar, we’ll challenge your current philosophies about how to lead, looking to uncover myths and misconceptions you may be unconsciously holding onto that are hindering the success of your leadership efforts. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Nov. 16, 2021, by Avetta. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/247-are-you-ready-to-lead-safety-differently Related audio: Presenter Pam Walaski talked about challenges and opportunities for women in safety on a June 21, 2021, episode of Safety+Health's On the Safe Side podcast. Listen: https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/21303-safe-side-podcast-episode-16-hazard-communication-training-women-safety

Experts from e-Hazards discuss continuous improvement techniques for both electrical safety training and PPE. Is there more to PPE than just arc rating? The presenters demonstrate how to optimize a written safety program, offer a recap of the electrical maintenance “brilliant at basics” concept, and show you how to bring it all off using practical exercises. You are listening to audio from a webinar in the Safety+Health Webinar Series presented on Nov. 11, 2021, by e-Hazard. Watch the archived webinar video to see the presenter's slides at https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/events/245-implementing-continuous-improvement-in-electrical-safety-against-electrical-shock-and-arc-flash

In Episode 24, the S+H editorial team discusses some frequently asked questions about how OSHA emergency temporary standards and regulations work. Also, Christina Socias-Morales, an epidemiologist in the NIOSH Division of Safety Research, joins us to discuss National Ladder Safety Month, coming in March. Read episode notes https://safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/22247