AIHA Healthier Workplaces Show

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Industrial Hygienist Chris Laszcz-Davis as part of our Luminary Series.  Over her thirty-year career, she has been involved in government, industry, management consulting, and international pro bono work all over the world. She became one of only a few female industrial hygienists at a time when men dominated the profession. De...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Industrial Hygienist Mike Ierardi. Mike is an active member of several AIHA volunteer groups, including the PR(IH)DE Special Interest Group. He founded this volunteer group in 2022 to incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion in the IH and OEHS professions, particularly with regard to professionals in the LGBTQ+ community.  ...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview industrial hygienist Lawrence Whitehead as part of our Luminary Series. Lawrence Whitehead is a retired faculty member in industrial hygiene and environmental health for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, where he has taught since 1986. He directed the ABET-accredited graduate academic curriculum in industrial hygien...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview David Finch, the opening keynote speaker at AIHA Connect 2025. David Finch is the New York Times best-selling author of The Journal of Best Practices, a memoir of his experience navigating neurodiversity and relationships. As a neurodiverse person himself, David has a unique approach to challenges in his professional and person...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview industrial hygienist Enrique Medina about his career in EHS, learn more about the impact of the recent Los Angeles wildfires, and gain insight about the newly released 2nd Edition AIHA Technical Guide for Wildfire Impact Assessments for the OEHS Professional. Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leader...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview the Secretary-Elect of AIHA’s Women in Industrial Hygiene (WIH) Committee Krista Thompson about her career, the challenges women in industrial hygiene may encounter, and how we can support women in this growing field.   Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Dr. Baron about her career in infectious disease microbiology, learn more about cyberbiosecurity, and get a sneak peek of her upcoming pop-up session: Laboratory Biorisk Assessments – Considerations for Incorporating Cyberbiosecurity at AIHA Connect 2025.   Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders...

On March 5th, 2025, Industrial Hygienist Kevin Mahoney presented the Flame-Resistant Clothing Assessment Tool webinar. The webinar discussed the lack of recognition of the need for flame-resistant clothing, leaving many workers without proper protection. Kevin believes it is important to accurately assess a workplace to determine the need for flame-resistant clothing. Today, we’re here to talk abo...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview award-winning industrial hygienist & best-selling author Carter Ficklen about his career, his advice to the future generation of OEHS professionals, and why our listeners should attend AIHA Connect 2025. Many of you who have studied or are studying for the CIH exam will recognize Carter as the author and editor of one of AI...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Director at large, John R. Moore III, and Treasurer, Lucinette Alvarado Rivera about what the FAIR framework is, what AIHA’s approach to it will be, and how this new program will be beneficial to occupational and environmental health and safety professionals moving forward.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we follow up with AIHA Past President, Dina Siegel, and AIHA CEO, Larry Sloan to learn more about AIHA's 2025-2027 strategic plan. Dina and Larry led the process for the creation of this plan, and we’re excited to follow up with them on how this plan will shape the future of our profession. Watch the full episode and join the conversation w...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we follow up with AIHA President Nicole Greeson, MS, CIH to learn more about AIHA's recent initiatives, including a delegation she led to Vietnam in 2024. We're excited to learn more about what this effort means for the OEHS Field and her forecast of issues that will be at the forefront of the profession in 2025.   Watch the full episode an...

In this final episode of Season 4 of the Healthier Workplaces Podcast, we highlight the fascinating and often overlooked role of Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) professionals in the film industry. Taryn Toic and Levi Kimble from Aura Health and Safety join us to explore dynamic film sets, discuss the collaboration between OEHS experts and creative teams, and uncover the uni...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we discuss the evolving science of exposure judgment and its pivotal role in safeguarding worker health and safety. John R. Mulhausen, PhD, CIH, CSP, FAIHA and Michele Twilley, DrPH, CIH join us to discuss why continual improvement is not just important—it’s essential in the face of complex and hidden workplace hazards. Learn how accurate a...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we explore the emerging challenges of emissions from 3D printing processes and their implications for occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS). Justin Morrow PhD and Jun Wang PhD, sat down to discuss their Education Session happening at AIHA Connect 2025 and share their insights into why OEHS professionals should prioritize emissions...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we sit down with Dr. Georgi Popov, to discuss the essentials of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) with insights from the recently updated Strategic Framework developed by subject matter experts. Dr. Popov highlights how this comprehensive resource equips OEHS professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of risk mana...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we explore the findings from an environmental scan conducted by AIHA's Content Portfolio Advisory Group (CPAG) and Foresight Alliance. This scan reveals 76 trends grouped into six key areas, offering vital insights into the future of Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS). We’ll discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on OEHS...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we discuss the updates to AIHA’s Hierarchy of Controls (HoC) white paper. Join us as our guest Nancy Johnson, DrPH, MPH, CIH explains the inspiration behind the updates to the white paper, emphasizing the crucial role of the HoC model in occupational and environmental health and safety. Discover how this framework has evolved since its inception in...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we explore AIHA’s Emerging Economies Microgrant program with Steven Verpaele, CIH, a program advisor, and Paul Musa, MD, a recent grant recipient. Check out this episode as Steven shares the program’s origins, the goals it aims to achieve, and how it supports occupational hygiene projects in developing economies. And Paul offers a first-hand accoun...

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces show podcast, we sit down with Renee Hartsook, Ph. D, DABT to discuss AIHA University’s "3-Part Occupational Toxicology Webinar Series" with our guest, exploring the mechanisms behind toxicology in the workplace. She discusses how the series, inspired by the AIHA Catalyst Open Forum, was created to address critical topics like liver toxicants, genotoxici...

In Episode 46 of the Healthier Workplaces show, we sit down Nancy Wilk, CIH, and Jennifer Holliday, CIH, leading women in the field of Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) to explore their career journeys and the unique challenges they’ve faced working in traditionally male-dominated industries. They provide insights into the importance of women in leadership roles within OEHS a...

Understand the role of OEHS professionals in Emergency Response and Continuity planning in Episode 45 of the Healthier Workplaces show. In this special episode, honoring the September 11, 2001 tragedy, we sit down with Alan Leibowitz, CIH, CSP, FAIHA and Karen Jones, CIH, CSP to discuss the role of Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) professionals in emergency response and cont...

Explore the critical world of infectious disease prevention in the workplace in episode 44 of the Healthier Workplaces Show podcast. Our special guest, Dr. Sohaib Khan, PhD. shares his journey and groundbreaking research in the realm of infectious disease. Discover the challenges and solutions to protecting workers' health, from the impact of climate change and the power of One Health approaches....

Episode 43 of the Healthier Workplaces show features special guest Alex Cardone, CIH unmasks the myths behind success and gives insights into the process behind achieving success in your chosen profession. He highlights the value of learning from experiences as well as the importance of not giving up when you fail. Listen to this episode and Connect with fellow professionals in the Catalyst and He...

Episode 42 of the Healthier Workplaces show features special guest LeeAnn Racz, PhD, PE, CIH, BCEE as she discusses the critical issue of PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) exposure among workers handling fluorinated containers with host Bob Krell. She highlights the potential risks and necessary precautions for occupational safety. Listen to this episode and Connect with fellow profession...