The WorkSAFE Podcast | Workplace Safety Strategies

Heat stress is a hidden hazard that comes with warmer weather. The U.S Department of Labor reported 344 worker deaths related to heat exposure between 2011 and 2019. Learn how this common workplace risk can be avoided with return guest Rod Harvey, Director of Industrial Hygiene and Field Operations with  RHP Risk Management .

Drones are at the forefront of the new technology frontier. These high-flying machines range from the size of a small airplane to pocket-size. Available for non-military use for more than 15 years, they are used in many industry areas. Discover what drones are capable of, and how they can be used to increase safety on the job, with David Day, certified drone pilot and co-owner of Altitude Universi...

Running a business often requires an owner to wear many hats. Understandably, some details of workplace safety get lost in the mix. One area that is commonly overlooked is fire safety. Many people know the basics: fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and emergency exits. However, there are a few items that go unnoticed. Learn how to check essential requirements off your fire safety list with Tim B...

Have you ever been involved an incident that appeared to only be partially or completely not your fault? These situations can get complicated quickly. It can often become a he-said, she-said disagreement. Work comp insurance companies have tools and resources to help sort through the facts. When another party is liable for damage or injuries, an important process begins: subrogation. Learn what th...

Marijuana is more accessible than ever in Missouri. Residents can now purchase it for medical and recreational use. Cannabis in the workplace has significant implications. Learn practical ways to protect your business and your employees with Larry Lambert, General Counsel at Missouri Employers Mutual.

Machines are an essential to getting a job done in many industries. But this energized equipment holds unseen hazards, and it only takes one moment to change a life. Discover how a lockout/tagout (LOTO) program can differ between an efficient workday and a catastrophic incident with Rod Harvey, Director of Industrial Hygiene and Field Operations with RHP Risk Management.

Being tired on the job is nothing new for the average employee. But a fatigued employee can create liability for a business. But how do employers know when a worker has reached the tipping point - when being mentally and physically drained becomes dangerous? Learn how a new form of technology is bridging the gap with Jeff Akers and Jeff Sease, CEO and COO at Predictive Safety.

The WorkSAFE Podcast began in 2017 as a way to spread workplace safety and workers compensation information to a broad audience. Join us for a special anniversary episode where host Heather Carl and Marketing Content Strategist and podcast producer Alan Combs share our top five episodes and some hidden gems.

Insurance is something that provides protection against a possible eventuality. You can pay to insure just about anything you value: your home and health, even treasured possessions. Understand how a work comp policy protects your business with Christian DeLozier, Proactive Business Risk & Insurance Consultant for Mike Keith Insurance, Inc.

What does it take to produce the goods that feed a nation? Further, what happens when your livelihood depends on it? Stress and uncertainty are a part of daily life in the agriculture industry. Learn how farmers and ranchers can get the support they need with Dr. Tara Haskins, Total Farmer Health Director for AgriSafe.

The cost of goods and services is increasing, and buyers aren't the only ones affected. Businesses are also battling to maintain their bottom line. Understand how inflation impacts work comp and how claims costs are handled with Andy Ribaudo, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Missouri Employers Mutual, and Lyndi Barthel, Manager of Medical Services.

Getting employees to buy into safety can be a challenge for employers, no matter what industry they're in. But when you include them in the conversation, it isn't impossible. Learn how to use stories of risk and injury to fuel workplace change with Patrick Nelson, founder of Loyalty Point Leadership.

Marijuana is legal in some form for more than 146 million Americans. As both state and federal governments continue to propose new amendments and laws, business owners are faced with an evolving legal landscape. Learn what these changes mean for employers and their safety culture with Larry Lambert, Associate General Council for Missouri Employers Mutual.

Labor shortages are frustrating for the average consumer. However, many employers are scrambling to meet demand. With fewer experienced team members to train new hires, the risk of injury is on the rise. Learn how to protect current employees from burnout and prepare incoming new hires with Aaron Paris, Director of Safety at the Robert E. Miller Group.

Training is one of the most important things an employer can offer. Employers have a responsibility to give their teams the education they need to stay safe on the job. But how do they know if this training is making a difference? Discover seven signs of effective employee training with Sheila Schmidt, Safety and Risk Services Regional Manager at Missouri Employers Mutual.

Whether you drive for work or personal reasons, the consequences of being distracted behind the wheel can be life-altering. The price can be losing your life, or costing someone theirs. Discover how to change not just attitudes, but actions, with Joel Feldman, founder of the organization End Distracted Driving.

Working alone is a common task across different industries. This includes people who work with the public, high-risk individuals or in high-risk situations. Without a team, workplace - or even a phone handy - how can employers know when an employee is in trouble? Learn how technology bridges this gap with Serese Selanders, founder and CEO OF SolusGuard.

The cost of doing business - and life in general - is on the rise. And unfortunately, so is the severity and cost of workplace injuries. Learn how employers can rein in these expenses, and improve claim outcomes, with Kelli Lucas, Director of Claims at Missouri Employers Mutual.

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common conditions affecting the working population. They are also a major cause of lost time on the job. Discover how these painful injuries don't just affect physical health, but mental health, with Paul Krewson, founder and CEO of Peak Ergonomics. 

Work comp is a valuable form of protection. However, safety regulations are closely tied to work comp benefits. Learn about the connection between them and how they impact both employers and employees, with returning guest Rhonda Kauffman, Safety and Risk Specialist at Missouri Employers Mutual.

Noise levels are a safety concern that many employees think doesn't apply to them. In other industries, hearing loss is just an accepted part of the job. Hearing loss can and should be prevented by employers. Learn how to set safe sound standards on the job with Joe Czaicki, Senior Safety & Risk Consultant at Missouri Employers Mutual.

Workplace culture is key to retaining employees. Learn how a positive environment reduces injuries and keeps employees around longer with Victoria Dew, founder and CEO of Dewpoint Communications.

Every day, we learn and understand how to keep people safer on the job. However, the road to safer workplaces has been a long one. It begins in a place where health and safety weren't always priorities. Learn how far the past has brought us, and where the future leads, with Rod Courtney, the Health, Safety and Environmental Manager at Ampirical.

We've all seen vibrant yellow safety vests, bright orange barrels and neon stripes directing us to the safest path. In each of these situations, bright colors play an active role in keeping both us and employees safe - and there's more to them than meets the eye. Learn how high visibility gear makes an impact on the job with Matt Cowell, Director of Environmental Health and Safety for Emery Sapp &...

Schools are full of opportunity, but they also present staff and students with safety risks. The number one way to be injured on the job in a school is a slip, trip or fall. Discover ways to eliminate hallway hazards with Edward Gray of Robson Forensic.