Safeopedia Podcasts

As humans we are good at imposing regulations, standards, policies, compliance rules, best practices which leads to Certainty. In this show we explore another region of the real world, one that isn't certain, consistent, predictable. If you have experienced confusion, dilemmas, paradoxes, you know what it feels like.

In this episode of Hard Hats and Hearts, we sit down with Andrei M. Feraru, the Founder and Managing Director of Feraru Dynamics Ltd. Andrei, a trailblazer in the field of workplace health and safety, has revolutionized the approach to combating Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) with his innovative HAV-Sentry glove. A mechanical engineer with a rich background in vibration technology, Andrei's co...

Join us for an engaging episode as we sit down with Jonathan Smith, the dynamic founder and CEO of J Smith Safety. Discover how Jonathan seamlessly balances his dual roles as a Director of Environmental Health and Safety at a meat processing plant and as an international safety consultant. In this episode, Jonathan shares invaluable insights on building a safety culture, the importance of communit...

Join Gary Wong & Scott Cuthbert to discuss: When does it make sense to buy an "off the shelf" product? When should your approach be a multi-vendor "best of breed" approach?

In this episode of "Hard Hats and Hearts," we sit down with Gabe Encarnacion, a seasoned financial analyst who shifted towards a more human-centered approach in business management. Once a staunchly analytical professional focused on the bottom line, Gabe's perspective transformed dramatically after a personal experience that hit close to home—his father's layoff. Through his journey, we explore h...

Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday May 22, 2024, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Cal/OSHA Mid-Year Update Presented by the Cal/OSHA Team in Conn Maciel Carey’s national OSHA Practice Group As we near the half-way mark through 2024, join us as we take stock of what has happened at Cal/OSHA in the first few months of the year. We’ll cover new develo...

Managers, Take Note: Your Workers Are Your Greatest Asset! Sounds great but it's much more difficult to put into practice than it sounds. In this first Safeopedia Podcast Mashup, Gabe and Scott talk with Sarah Ballini-Ross, host of the podcast "Hard Hats and Heart" about how investing in people, especially in the areas of safety and wellbeing, makes great business sense. It's actually possible to...

Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... Tips and Strategies for Preventing and Responding to Workplace Violence Incidents Presented by Kara M. Maciel, Rachel L. Conn, and Daniel C. Deacon Workplace violence has been a focus for both the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) and the Equal...

Join us for a thought-provoking session on the next episode of The Uncertainty of show with James Burnell discussing Safety Culture Improvement: engineered or emergent? As humans we are experts at developing engineering solutions which provide a level of Certainty. A popular belief is that Management can envision an ideal safety culture. We can then engineer this desired culture in the same way we...

In this episode of Safeonomics, hosts Scott and Gabe are joined by the inspiring Allison Short, diving into an engaging conversation about career development, mentorship, and community in the safety profession. Here's what to expect: Allison's Journey: Discover how Allison's unique path led her to a fulfilling career in safety, highlighting the value of embracing one's background and interests. Ca...

Step into the world of practical innovation with "Hard Hats and Heart," where we unpack the essence of human-centered design. In our first episode, we welcome Beau Sitzmann, Founder and CEO of Evolutionary Tools Inc, who has transformed his personal challenges in the field into an innovative solution,  BACK UP™ . Beau's inspiring story highlights the transformative power of empathetic innovat...

As humans we are good at imposing regulations, standards, policies, compliance rules, best practices which enable Certainty to emerge. In this show we explore another region of the real world, one that isn't stable, consistent, predictable. If you have experienced confusion, dilemmas, paradoxes, you know what it feels like.  One hypothesis to achieve sustainability is by allocating resources...

In the latest episode of "Safeonomics," listen in on our conversation with our special guest Alison Hemmings, Career Coach Extraordinaire were Alison offers practical and insightful guidance tailored specifically for safety professionals aiming to secure their dream job.

Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2016989374514/WN_XDH4vEQlRB-10JW9ndFdLQ#/registration Top Cal/OSHA Violations Presented by the Cal/OSHA Team in Conn Maciel Carey’s national OSHA Practice Group While Cal/OSHA’s regulations must be at least as effective as federal OSHA regulations, Cal/OSHA can...

Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below (Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT) https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regis... OSHA Recordkeeping, E-Recordkeeping, and Reporting Update Presented by Eric J. Conn, Lindsay A. DiSalvo, Valerie Butera, and Ashley Mitchell Last summer, OSHA finalized an amended E-Recordkeeping Rule, which expands the data many employers are required to submit...

Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below (Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 9:30 am PT / 12:30 pm ET) https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6217037041731/WN_ymVkP4G5RHKM8bS21PnYTA#/registration Preparing for California's Indoor Heat Regulation Presented by Rachel L. Conn, Megan S. Shaked, and Andrea O. Chavez Although temperatures have cooled down in California, the status of California’s Indoo...

Register for the upcoming LIVE webinar below (Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 1 pm ET / 10 am PT) https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8017031690570/WN_DM1OcZikQ7uuUzLif9tj0Q#/registration OSHA’s 2023 in Review and 2024 Forecast Presented by the Partners in Conn Maciel Carey’s national OSHA Practice Group As we approach a Presidential Election that will determine the shape of OSHA enforcement...

🎙️ Welcome to Safeonomics, where safety meets innovation! Today, we're diving into VR safety training and the neuroscience driving this technology's advancements. 🌐 Our guest, Nick Busietta, the visionary behind LiminalVR, joins us to unveil the secrets of immersive safety education. Nick's expertise unveils how VR restructures our brains for safety learning, revolutionizing training simulations....

Today we take a deep dive exploring a real life case study on how and why to make the business case for implementing an improvement or enhancement to a work process or procedure to better protect worker health and safety.

What Employers Need to Know About OSHA and Combustible Dust To mitigate the risk of potentially catastrophic incidents and avoid citations from OSHA and/or recommendations from the CSB, employers with dusts that may be combustible are well-advised to proactively address any associated hazards they may have in their facilities. Participants in this webinar will learn: - Background on the hazard - C...

Join us in an insightful conversation with Cam Stevens, a tech visionary and expert in safety innovations. In this episode of Safeonomics, Cam shares his remarkable journey, highlighting his experiences and learnings in the dynamic safety tech landscape. We explore the future, discussing the tech trends on the horizon for 2024 and 2025. Cam provides valuable insights into what companies and safety...

In the latest episode of "Safeonomics," we're about to embark on a profound journey into the future of workplace safety. Join us as we unlock the transformative potential of technology in shaping safety cultures. Our esteemed panelists, Dorothy Riviere, Bardavon's Chief Clinical Officer, and Scott Coleman, VP of Injury Prevention, will be your guides. With over 20 years of experience in the worker...

Welcome to Safeonomics, your guide through the intricate realm of technology adoption, with a sharp focus on safety technology. Today, with Dr. Tristan Casey, Implementation Scientist (Workplace Health, Safety & Wellbeing) and Heather Chapman, Change Agent we're unraveling the complexities of integrating safety tech. We'll explore the unique challenges, including potential adverse consequences...

In this enlightening episode, Trevor Bronson delves deep into the world of EHS (Environment, Health, Safety) and the pivotal role of technology in enhancing its efficiency. As a seasoned professional with a rich background in both EHS practice and technology, Trevor offers a unique perspective on how software tools can be leveraged to make EHS processes more streamlined and effective. What the pod...

After three decades of comprehensive analysis of over 7,000 potential fatalities across the globe, we present a (r)evolutionary breakthrough in safety: "Deep Safe". If you are ready to discover the untapped potential hidden within your organization, then join our exclusive webinar as we delve into the core of safety excellence. In this transformative session, we will uncover the 5 crucial "missing...