Podcasts

In Episode 21, the S+H editorial team discusses an emerging cannabis impairment issue: delta-8 THC. Also, John Newquist, an author, trainer, consultant and former OSHA inspector, shares his insights on scaffolding safety.

“There will never be a time when everything is perfect and just the way you want it,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk.

The Safety+Health editorial team covers the 2021 National Safety Council Congress & Expo in these special episodes of the “On the Safe Side” podcast.

In Episode 20, the S+H editorial team discusses human and organizational performance – the operating philosophy also known as HOP. Also: Brett Brenner, president of Electrical Safety Foundation International, shares the ins and outs of electrical safety.

“On a worksite, many folks just want to feel that they can trust safety pros to give them the right advice and that we’re there to help them,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk.

In Episode 19, the S+H editorial team discusses the benefits and challenges of being a one-person safety team. Also: Julia Abate, executive director of The Ergonomics Center at North Carolina State University, answers our questions about ergonomic concerns as more workers return to their physical work locations.

“Although both internal and external influences can bring on thoughts that are difficult to avoid, you still have a choice of what your mind considers,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk, who shares tips.

In Episode 18, the S+H editorial team discusses the pros and cons of safety incentives, along with OSHA’s evolving stance on the topic. Also: Transportation safety expert Brian Hammer answers our questions about road safety, as more workers begin to commute to their workplace again.

“Everyone, including yourself, has something positive about their personality and what they contribute to society,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk.

In Episode 17, the Safety+Health editorial team discusses how the two should – and should not – co-exist in safety presentations.