Safety Experts Talk

Workplace safety improves from watching The Shawshank Redemption?  Dr. Timothy Ludwig says we can learn about safety complacency from the movie. More: http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/learn-workplace-safety-prison-movie/

Behavioral safety in the workplace has a new name. Safety expert Dr. E. Scott Geller of Virginia Tech describes the shift to Actively Caring For People. Lots of links to Dr. Geller’s videos and books: http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/behavioral-safety-is-actively-caring-for-people/

Safety programs work best by consulting workers. EHS expert Lori Siegelman of W&M Environmental tells how to involve employees to build safety programs. Transcript and links:  http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/safety-programs-built-with-employee-input/

A safety vest that alerts a roadside worker of oncoming vehicles is in the works. Hear about the InZoneAlert safety vest from Virginia Tech’s Tom Martin. More:  http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/early-warning-safety-vest/

Behavior observation means workers watch out for each other. Safety expert Marc McClure shatters myths, tells of reducing incidents with his staff by 80%. Even more at http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/myths-of-behavior-observation-safety/

Total Worker Health. Dr. Bud Harris says an out-of-shape worker is more likely to be injured and urges companies to follow NIOSH’s Total Worker Health initiative. Hear how he implemented great health and safety at Intel, Tyco and Con-way Freight. More at:  http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/total-worker-health-explained/

Forklifts vs. pedestrians. Who has to stop? People on foot technically have the right-of-way. But some say powered industrial trucks should hold sway. Safety expert Jonathan Jacobi, of Underwriters Laboratories, tells how some companies ask walking workers to cede their right-of-way to multi-ton forklifts. Jonathan is a Senior Environment, Health and Safety Advisor with UL Workplace Health And Safety, in Franklin, Tennessee. He’s an OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer and CSP. More at http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/forklifts-vs-pedestrians-right-of-way/

HazCom labels and SDSs are confusing - until now. Two OSHA industrial hygienists explain what is happening right now with the Hazard Communication Standard. Hear about changes in chemical labeling and Safety Data Sheets. This podcast is based on The SCHC OSHA Alliance webcast on “Hazard Communication 2012” from September, 2015. Thanks SCHC OSHA Alliance! See more: http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/hazcom-labels-and-sdss-osha-talks/

Front-line workers shouldn’t be fired for blowing the whistle on safety. Their observations need to be taken seriously by managers, says Dr. Sidney Dekker. Prof. Dekker is a noted safety expert, author of “Safety, Differently.” and a Professor at Griffith University in Australia. See more: http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/front-line-workers-and-safety/

Safety kickoffs can alienate experienced workers. Learn how to bring these staffers into new, safer realms with John Drebinger, Jr., expert safety speaker. John also lists the five reasons to watch out for other people’s safety. In this podcast, Dan Clark asks John to share other tips from his book “Would You Watch Out For My Safety?” A safety speaker for over a quarter century, John Drebinger, Jr., C.Ht. CSP, has kept the attention of employees at General Motors, Con Edison, 3M, and more. A link to John’s website is in the transcript of this podcast: http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/safety-kickoffs-that-really-work-pt-2/

Safety kickoffs can have spark! Hear John Drebinger, safety speaker, give tips on engaging employees. John says cartoons, jokes and even magic tricks can deliver safety messages. In 26 years as a safety speaker, John Drebinger, Jr., C.Ht. CSP, has spoken at NASA, Exxon, Boeing, The US Army Corps of Engineers and more. A link to John’s website is in the transcript of this podcast: h

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Paul Colangelo debuted the 10 best safety apps for industry at ASSE’s Safety 2015. Hear Paul offer his thoughts on each. Paul focused on low cost and free applications, and those which work without an internet connection. He avoided sponsored and vendor apps. Mr. Colangelo, STS, CHST, CET, is National Director of Compliance Programs at ClickSafety. See links to the iOS, Android and Windows Phone versions: http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/10-best-safety-apps-for-safety-pros/

The quietest power tool is not always the most expensive! “Buy Quiet” is the NIOSH campaign for quieter machinery and tools to reduce worker noise exposure. Hear Capt. Chuck Hayden tell how to buy or rent less noisy tools. Capt. Chuck is Research Acoustical Engineer for National Institute For Occupational Safety And Health (NIOSH). NIOSH’s Power Tools Database is an extensive study of just how loud various power tools can be. You can compare manufacturers and models before you buy or rent.

OSHA inspections are a breeze if you’re ready. An OSHA Consultation Manager tells how OSHA can help your company be safe and ready for inspection. For FREE. An OSHA consultation visit cannot trigger an OSHA inspection. Consultation and Enforcement divisions operate separately, says Roy Kroker, Consultation Manager of OSHA, Oregon. In this podcast, Dan Clark asks Roy’s advice on the new hazard communication label standard for labels, arc flash, confined space and more. Roy says his experienced staff is glad to visit any workplace with free, confidential advice. The experts are well versed in all matters of safety, including construction, general industry, logging, agriculture and ergonomics. Any manager, safety manager or head of company can benefit from this interview.

Counterfeit electrical components can instantly burst into flames. Hear how to identify fake wiring, breakers and switches from Brett Brenner of ESFI. Mr. Brenner also reveals the biggest problem is beyond our borders. Counterfeits make up about 50% of electrical products sold in many developing countries. Brett is from the Electrical Safety Foundation International, a nonprofit dedicated to getting information out about electrical counterfeiting dangers. Their motto is “Counterfeits Can Kill.” Links to the websites mentioned in the interview are in the transcript of this podcast at http://experttalk.creativesafetysupply.com/how-to-spot-counterfeit-electrical/

Fall prevention. Employers have a huge obligation to prevent injuries and deaths. Matt McNicholas, CSP, of OSHA, details the second annual Construction Fall Safety Stand-Down, designed to create fall awareness. Matt describes the three main responsibilities of an employer: Planning ahead to get the job done safely; Providing the right equipment; Training the exposed employees on how to use equipment safely. Also hear about anchorage points, warning lines, designated areas and control zones. In this podcast Matt also tells host Dan Clark about construction inspections. Matt has done over 1000 site inspections, and been with OSHA for 20 years.

Fall prevention saves lives. Hear Dr. Christine Branche of NIOSH talk passionately about the annual Construction Fall Safety Stand-Down May 4-15, 2015. Dr. Branche explains that companies are asked to pause work on job sites to review fall prevention with employees. Dr. Branche is Director Of The Office Of Construction Safety And Health for NIOSH, The National Institute For Occupational Safety And Health. Near the end of the podcast, Dr. Branche also politely laughs at interviewer Dan Clark’s joke about a contractor. This is the first of two Safety Experts Talk interviews with fall prevention experts.

HazCom labeling changes are here. OSHA’s new standards finally match GHS labeling. Expert Chuck Paulausky, CHMM, explains hazard communication labeling. Chuck says the new labels are a big safety improvement from previous systems. He explains  the new rules, and their similarities to NFPA, GHS and HMIS labels. Dan Clark hosts the interview with Chuck who consults industry on EPA and OSHA compliance. His company is CP Safety & Environmental based in Chandler, Arizona.

Hear how continuous improvement in manufacturing can improve a process, increase safety and save money. But, Tony Ferraro says to make sure your customers are happy with the end product. Tony is a continuous improvement blogger for Creative Safety Supply. He’s experienced in 5S, Six Sigma, kaizen and lean. Tony shares some great tips on starting a program of continuous improvement.     http://www.creativesafetysupply.com/podcast/

Electrical safety compliance saves lives! Every three years, the NFPA publishes the NFPA 70E, The Standard For Electrical Safety In The Workplace, and the 2015 edition is out. Every building owner and safety manager should have a copy, says Bill Burke, Division Manager of Electrical Engineering at the NFPA. In this podcast, Bill tells about the new edition’s major changes, and the philosophical shift since the last edition published in 2012. Mr. Burke talks with Dan Clark about new PPE tables, the Prohibited Approach Boundary, and the elimination of HRC (0). Bill also encourages company owners and safety personnel to consider buying the NFPA 70E Handbook, which includes the new code and easy-to-understand commentary.