Barry Bottino

Rosemont, IL — Over a span of months before their May 15 keynote presentation – “The Battle Between Safety I and Safety II: Who’s Right and Who’s Wrong?” – at the 2024 NSC Spring Safety Conference and Expo, SafeStart senior safety consultant Tim Page-Bottorff and Corrie Pitzer, founder and CEO of Safemap International, used debate to find common ground.

In Episode 51, the S+H team examines content from the May issue, including a feature story on five reasons why falls in construction have remained persistent, and what to do about it. Also, National Safety Council senior consultant Richard Flynt joins the podcast to discuss the four weekly themes of National Safety Month – coming in June.

The simple act of laughing can give our health and well-being a big boost, experts say.

Awareness, enforcement and technology are part of the effort. “This is a topic of national concern,” one state highway official says.

In Episode 49, the S+H team examines content included in the March issue, such as a quiz on ladder safety, advice on having difficult conversations at work and issues for women in construction. Also, National Safety Council colleague Amy Artuso joins the podcast to discuss Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the “Five Questions With …” segment.

What can safety pros do to make these conversations easier for everyone involved? We’ve got advice.

What can people, or other caregivers, with aging loved ones do to help prevent falls? Family Safety & Health gathered advice from several experts to highlight four key steps.

Get cooking on kitchen safety by following these do’s and don’ts.

Knowing CPR and how to use an AED isn’t just for medical professionals. With some basic training, you too can be a lifesaver.

In Episode 48, the S+H team examines the February issue’s CEO’s Who “Get It” feature and some of OSHA’s most unique cases. Also, National Safety Council colleague Maria Cordova joins the podcast to discuss the benefits of first aid at work in the “Five Questions With …” segment.