The SafetyPro Podcast

In this episode, I discuss the importance of meaningful employee involvement in the safety and health management system.   Some barriers to employee involvement in the safety and health management system:   -Disregarding the fact that all injuries and illnesses result from exposure to hazards. -Perception by employees that management is primarily interested in disciplining "un-safe" acts without a...

Have you ever heard the recommendation to conduct periodic reviews of the safety and health management system? Ever wonder what was meant by the term 'system'? I want to take some time and talk about what is involved in a comprehensive Safety and Health Management System review. You may have heard this phrase and wondered what exactly does it mean? So let's break it down. Basically, the safety and...

I go over how to begin a basic Worksite Analysis or Hazard Identification and Assessment process. According to OSHA, each employer must assess the workplace to identify all hazards; evaluate new equipment, materials, and processes; and review safety and health information. This would need to be done initially, then I always recommend at least once every year or when workplace conditions change. As...

Welcome to the first in a series of introductory episodes about safety and health management. I wanted to release a series of episodes that break down important aspects of safety and health before I dive into specific things you need to do in order to manage safety in your business. The overall safety and health management system, or safety program, refers to everything you are doing within the co...

This is the SafetyPro Podcast with  Blaine J. Hoffmann, MS OSHM . Think of me as your personal safety professional! In this quick intro, I talk about my professional experience, background and what to expect from this podcast moving forward. I will cover real-world workplace safety and health management issues and how to implement safety and health program elements in your workplace. I will also t...