OH&S SafetyPod

Marijuana is seeing more legalization throughout the country, THC products like Delta 8 are gaining popularity and more people than ever are working from home. What is an employer to do? Creating an effective program to test for substance abuse in the workplace can be difficult when faced with modern day trends and challenges, so Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Bill Current, a consultant and a...

Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses everything you may need to know about forklifts and mitigating the risks associated with them. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive enhanced...

Not having safety as a core value could be more detrimental than even trying to make it a core value to begin with. So, what are you waiting for?   A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive...

Hand protection has come a long way since workers first used their hands. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive enhanced content. Utilize dynamic search functionality, bookmarking, and...

OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Wesco's Ines Sira to discuss how safety professionals can stay current with new technologies and innovations. A special thank you to Wesco International. Wesco builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Delivering ingenuity and expertise to approximately 140,000 customers worldwide, we help your business run smoothly by providing solutions that can in...

Fatalities from trench-related incidents are on the rise. OSHA is now calling on increased enforcement efforts to protect workers. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive enhanced content...

The last thing you want PPE to do is create more risk for incidents. That's why size and fit matter when selecting the right gear for the job. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive enha...

There are many ways to ensure a successful safety program, but there is one key to ensuring that it is effective: consistency. In this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard gives examples of how building consistency into your safety approach and programs can create a more safe workspace for all. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information d...

Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the highlights from DOL Assistant Secretary of Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker's session at Safety 2022.  A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive...

Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses best practices in delivering feedback for instigating change in employee involvement in safety programs.  A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusi...

Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses best practices for conducting effective Incident Investigations. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive enhanced content. Utilize dynamic sear...

Safety performance indicators can be very beneficial to any company looking to measure their safety and health improvement efforts.  A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFPA® codes and standards, plus exclusive enhanced conte...

Safety blind spots in the workplace may be more prevalent than you think. In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses how safety blind spots develop as well as how you can recognize and mitigate them. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with di...

The summers are not getting any cooler. Listen in as Sydny Shepard discusses predicted high temperatures and what you can do—now—to ensure workers are safe in the summer.  A special thank you to Big Ass Fans For more than 20 years, Big Ass Fans has been the industry leader in comfort. Its state-of-the-art fans, evaporative coolers, and heaters have transformed the most inhospitable of spaces into...

Even if you've never seen an arc flash, you still need to protect against thermal hazards. Listen in as Scott Francis of Westex: A Milliken Brand discusses the best PPE programs for your AR/FR needs. A special thank you to Westex: A Milliken Brand Westex®: A Milliken Brand creates flame-resistant and arc-rated (FR/AR) textiles recognized for unmatched quality, comfort and proven performance. With...

2021 was the deadliest year for drug overdoses in America. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard describes signs of substance use and effective drug-free workplace policies. A special thank you to Big Ass Fans For more than 20 years, Big Ass Fans has been the industry leader in comfort. Its state-of-the-art fans, evaporative coolers, and heaters have transformed the most inhospitable of spaces into th...

Recognition and prevention of MSDs in the workplace is critical to employee safety and health.  A special thank you to Big Ass Fans For more than 20 years, Big Ass Fans has been the industry leader in comfort. Its state-of-the-art fans, evaporative coolers, and heaters have transformed the most inhospitable of spaces into the most inviting of environments. Serving industrial, commercial, and resid...

Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses one of the most common reasons why severe injuries and fatalities happen on a job site. 

A look back at the history of respiratory research and standards is  eye-opening when you consider how much respiratory protection has done for us in the past two and a half years. A special thank you to Big Ass Fans For more than 20 years, Big Ass Fans has been the industry leader in comfort. Its state-of-the-art fans, evaporative coolers, and heaters have transformed the most inhospitable of spa...

The conversation about keeping workers safe in extreme temperatures is heating up. On this episode, Alex Risen from Big Ass Fans discusses how airflow can help cool employees down leading to a more safe and comfortable workspace. A special thank you to Big Ass Fans For more than 20 years, Big Ass Fans has been the industry leader in comfort. Its state-of-the-art fans, evaporative coolers, and heat...

Mental health support is no longer about managing existing conditions, it's about creating spaces that allow workers to set strong boundaries and work in ways that are healthy for them. A special thank you to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA LiNK® is the information delivery platform set to revolutionize how you work. Put safety expertise at your fingertips with digital access to NFP...

As a safety leader, you are the point person for all safety initiatives. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the traits a great leader should have to implement effective and successful safety programs.

Editor Sydny Shepard defines, describes and explains how a safety culture can be the backbone of safe operations at your facilities and job sites.

Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look back at the history of the Hazard Communication Standard and its recent alignment with the Globally Harmonized System. 

In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look back at the Covid-19 pandemic two years ago... and now.