Do you want to engage your culture? Safety is the first step to creating the motivation needed for people to perform their best. Each day, we have the chance to lead our teams and learn more about our people through an understanding of our safety climate. Through looking at current issues in HSE, we chat about creating cultural value through safety. Your host is Dr. Mark French, CSP, SPHR aka The Safety Dude.
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Joe and Jen Allen of Allen Safety LLC take their combined 40+ years of worker safety, OSHA, EPA, production, sanitation, and engineering experience in Manufacturing Plants including Harvest Plants/Packers, Case Readies and Further Processing Plants, Food Production Plants, Feed Mills, Grain Elevators, Bakeries, Farms, Feed Lots, and Petro-Chemical and bring you their top methods for identifying risk, preventing injuries, conquering the workload, auditing, managing emergencies and catastrophi ...
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Safety and compliant solution discussions in utility construction.
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Weekly Grab and Go Toolbox Talks on Safety in the Spray Foam Industry Get ready to uncover the critical safety secrets of the spray foam industry with our host, Jeremiah Schoenberg, a seasoned expert with nearly 25 years of experience. Discover how Jeremiah's career took a surprising turn from a gun range in Montana to becoming an industry stalwart and learn about the rewarding yet intense work that shaped his passion of the industry. Alongside, co-host Dan Benedict shares his journey from t ...
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Podcast #10 Vacuum Safety: Engineering Insights, Essential Equipment Features, and Best Practices with Dave Krendl
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Discover the secrets of powerful vacuum technology with industry veteran Dave Krendl. With over 40 years of experience, Dave sheds light on the evolution of vacuums, revealing how advancements have enabled these machines to tackle even the hottest climates. Our conversation uncovers essential safety featu…
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The Real Cost of Work Place Injuries: What You're Not Calculating
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In this episode, Joe and Jen cover all of the tangible costs of an injury, but dive deep into the intangible costs that injuries bring that are typically not calculated. These underlying costs can cause the start of a cycle that can end up repeating for years to come. Is your business in one of these cycles? Episode summary below: Cost of Workplace…
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Podcast #9: Construction Site Safety: Gas Engines, Fire Prevention, and Protective Gear Essentials with Real-Life Insights with Miguel Mora and Rusty Schrader
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan What if safety oversights on construction sites could lead to catastrophic consequences? In this eye-opening episode, we dissect real-life incidents involving small gas engines and construction equipment, including a chilling account of a colleague's severe burns from a generator mishap. Through personal …
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In this episode, Joe and Jen debate if making changes based on ergonomic evaluations are worth the money, and how to get a return on any ergo projects. If you're wondering if JHAs, JSAs, and Ergo assessments are worth the time and effort, this one is for you! Key Takeaways: Ergonomics Is Often Overlooked: When businesses are under pressure, ergonom…
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Podcast #8 Ensuring Job Site Safety: Evaluations, Urban Challenges, and Innovative Practices in the Spray Foam Industry with Rusty Schrader and Miguel Mora
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Uncover the secrets to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment in the spray foam industry as we engage in a fascinating exchange with Rusty Schrader and Miguel Mora from UPC. Our experts reveal invaluable insights into the critical process of job site evaluations, highlighting how to identify an…
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In the podcast, Dr. Mark French discusses the importance of leadership in creating a strong safety culture within organizations. He emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize the well-being of their teams, using the management of heat stress as a central example. Dr. French recounts his experience observing a team in Texas, where extreme heat re…
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Podcast #7 Fire Safety-Ensuring Effective Fire Protection: Intumescent Coating Safety, Application Techniques, and Industry Standards with Nick McCartney from International Fireproof Technology
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Ever wondered how intumescent coatings play a pivotal role in fire protection? Join us as we sit down with Nick McCartney from International Fireproof Technology to uncover the secrets behind these life-saving products. From his entrance into the industry to the crucial importance of DC 315 and DC 360, Ni…
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What to do After A Regulatory (OSHA) Inspection: A Step by Step Guide
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In this episode, Joe and Jen try to give you a step by step guide on how to manage the chaos that can be left after regulators visit your facility. What do you do next? Where do you start? It can be so overwhelming, and this episode was designed to help you sort through it all. Initial Preparation and Documentation: Jen and Joe emphasize that busin…
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The podcast episode from "Leading and Learning Through Safety," hosted by Dr. Mark French, focuses on the topic of confined spaces and their safety implications, particularly in industrial settings like factories with trash compactors. Dr. French explains the importance of recognizing and properly managing confined spaces, which are areas large eno…
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SDS & Chemical Safety Toolbox IN SPANISH: Hojas de Datos de Seguridad... ¿Quién las entiende?
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Esta semana tuvimos un episodio extra en español con nuestro consultor de seguridad George Mazzuca. Nos divertimos mucho haciendo esta breve capacitación sobre HAZCOM y Hojas de Datos de Seguridad (SDS). ¡Déjanos un comentario abajo y cuéntanos qué te pareció y si quieres más capacitaciones cortas de seguridad en español como esta!…
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Podcast #6 Confined Spaces Safety: Key Strategies and Techniques
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Imagine working in a confined space where every moment demands utmost caution and adherence to strict safety protocols. Join us for an eye-opening discussion with Jeremiah Schoberg from UPC, as we uncover the critical measures required to ensure safety in such challenging environments. We'll dissect OSHA'…
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In this episode of the Leading and Learning Through Safety podcast, Dr. Mark French reflects on the nature of risk perception, safety, and willpower in both personal and professional settings. He recounts a personal incident where he injured himself with a chainsaw while cleaning his yard, emphasizing how easy it is to misjudge or downgrade risks d…
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#62: Eliminating Language Barriers in Worker Safety
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In this episode we welcome our good friend and employee George Mazzuca to chat about a huge potential risk in safety: miscommunication and wrong translations. George covers challenges he's personally come across in his career in the plants, along with solutions for translating safety training & documents for multiple languages. Full episode summary…
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Podcast #5 Chemical Safety Part 2: Maximizing Spray Foam Performance-Preconditioning, Equipment Essentials, and Industry Collaboration with Aaron Carden Energy Fox Solutions
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan How can a few affordable tools transform your spray foam insulation projects? Join us with industry expert Aaron Carden of Energy Fox Solutions as we uncover the secrets to avoiding common pitfalls like poor yield and shrinking foam. In this episode, you'll gain practical insights into managing temperatur…
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Dr. Mark French discusses a personal injury incident as a way to illustrate how even experienced safety professionals can momentarily lose focus and get hurt. French describes how, during yard work, he accidentally burned and cut his leg with a chainsaw after finishing his task and thinking the danger was over. He reflects on the psychological fact…
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Podcast #2 Heat Safety: Maintaining Health and Productivity in Extreme Summer Temperatures
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Discover how to safeguard your health and productivity while working in the scorching summer heat. Ever wondered if your hydration routine is up to par? Tune in to learn essential strategies for preventing dehydration with tools like liquid IVs, salt tablets, and low-sugar options like pickle juice. We'll…
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Podcast #4 Chemical Safety Part 1: Mastering Chemical Handling-Essential Tips for Foam Product Integrity and Safety with Aaron Carden from Energy Fox Solutions
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Ever wondered how proper chemical handling can revolutionize your business operations and safety measures? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Aaron Carden, Chief Operating Officer of Energy Fox Solutions, as he shares his transformative journey from managing auto parts locations to steering the…
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Mark French discusses the intersection of human resources (HR) and safety, emphasizing the importance of creating a culture that values both. He shares his recent experience at a Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) conference, where he explored the relationship between safety and HR. Dr. French highlights the t…
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Podcast #1 Introductions: Unlocking Spray Foam Safety: PPE, Certifications, and Industry Best Practices with Jeremiah Schoneberg and Dan Benedict
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Get ready to uncover the critical safety secrets of the spray foam industry with our host, Jeremiah Schoenberg, a seasoned expert with nearly 25 years of experience. Discover how Jeremiah's career took a surprising turn from a gun range in Montana to becoming an industry stalwart and learn about the rewar…
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Podcast #3 Equipment Safety: Preventing Life-Altering Injuries: Essential Equipment Safety and Maintenance Tips from Josh Carney from Graco
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Send us your Questions for Jeremiah and Dan Could ignoring a minor injury lead to life-altering consequences? In our latest episode, we unravel the hidden dangers lurking in the spray foam industry with expert Josh Carney from Graco. With over 20 years of experience, Josh shares a gripping story of a worker who paid dearly for not seeking immediate…
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Who's Liable? Navigating Multi-Employer Work Sites: Host Employer vs Contractors #61
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Episode Summary: Contractor Liability and Job Site Safety In this episode, Joe and Jen dive into the complexities of contractor liability and job site safety, focusing on the responsibilities and legal implications for both contractors and host employers. The discussion highlights the often misunderstood aspects of liability beyond just having insu…
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Episode 160: Standing in the Crossroads
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In this episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French reflects on his experience at the Kentucky Safety Conference, focusing on the critical intersection of physical and psychological safety in the workplace. He highlights the importance of safety professionals not only in ensuring a physically safe environment but a…
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The podcast episode discusses a tragic incident at a Kansas municipal airport where a 16-year-old worker was electrocuted while using a boom lift near high-voltage power lines. A 24-year-old worker also sustained severe burns in the incident. The host, Dr. Mark French, emphasizes the critical role of leadership and safety protocols in preventing su…
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Create Continuous Improvement in Safety Without Adding Risk #60
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Jen from Allen Safety addresses the challenges and opportunities presented by rapid changes within workplaces. From turnover to shifts and product changes, she explores how safety managers can effectively navigate these dynamics wand create continuous improvement in safety metrics, safety measures, safety programs, safety training, and overall impr…
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The podcast episode from Dr. Mark French focuses on the importance of leadership in safety, emphasizing the need for leaders to be directly involved and present where the work happens. French argues that safety is a key indicator of good leadership, as it reflects a fundamental concern for the well-being of employees. He discusses the concept of le…
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Dr. Mark French discusses the contentious topic of OSHA's "one size fits all" approach to lawmaking. He emphasizes that while this standardized approach may sometimes seem rigid and frustrating, it is fundamentally designed to protect workers and prevent fatalities. Dr. French acknowledges the common criticism that such laws do not account for the …
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How to Write Safety Programs: Best Practices from Safety Experts #59
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Jen from Allen Safety dives into the critical aspects of safety programs that every company should consider. From writing new safety programs, reviewing existing safety programs, or performing updates, the Allen Safety team has years of experience in safety management across manufacturing and industry to help your team avoid common problems, create…
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In this week’s "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French emphasizes the importance of capturing and understanding data to support risk reduction procedures, stating that good safety practices are indicative of good leadership. He highlights the need for organizations to learn from past incidents to prevent future occurrences. D…
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Elevated Work & Fall Protection: Top 5 Problems & Solutions #58
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Elevated Work and Fall Protection and Prevention Challenges and Solutions: This episode can be used as a safety short, manager continued education, or used as a toolbox talk. Our episode begins by acknowledging the wide-ranging challenges encountered in elevated work scenarios. From incorrect or no tie-off points to accessibility issues and equipme…
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In this episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, hosted by Dr. Mark French, the focus is on systemic and normalizing incidents as part of a safety culture. Dr. French emphasizes the importance of learning from safety incidents to improve organizational practices. He highlights a recent report from the US Chemical Safety and Haz…
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This week on the "Leading and Learning through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French delves into the importance of safety in fostering effective communication within organizations. He emphasizes that a safe environment is crucial for encouraging empathy, innovation, and empowerment. Dr. French discusses a compelling journal article from the Journal of O…
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Contractor Safety: Construction Safety Audits & Smooth Projects #57
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Welcome to our latest discussion on contractor safety during project days. In this episode, we dive deep into managing the chaos of the crucial first hour, addressing failures, and providing actionable solutions to enhance safety and efficiency. Introduction to Project Day Chaos: The episode opens with a candid acknowledgment of the intense challen…
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This week's episode of the "Leading and Learning through Safety" podcast, hosted by Dr. Mark French, delves into the dynamics of silence and voice in the workplace, particularly their impact on safety and team motivation. Dr. French emphasizes the significance of creating a safe environment for employees, both physically and psychologically. He dis…
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French, delves into the theme of safety in the media, focusing on its portrayal and the importance of accurate reporting. Dr. French shares his background in journalism and expresses his frustration with the media's handling of workplace safety incidents. He highlights a specific example of a misleading news headline about a fatal machinery acciden…
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#56 Hot Work & Fire Watch Toolbox Talk- Problems & Solutions
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In this episode on Hot work and fire watch gaps, opportunities, and failures, the focus is on critical issues related to hot work procedures, permitting Joe and Jen begin by highlighting common misunderstandings and gaps in hot work permitting and hot work safety practices within the industry. Key Points Covered: Importance of Fire Watch Training: …
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This week's episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, hosted by Dr. Mark French, delves into the significance of safety in workplaces, particularly focusing on forklift and powered industrial vehicle incidents. Dr. French emphasizes the importance of creating strong organizational values, providing learning opportunities, foster…
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This episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, hosted by Dr. Mark French, recaps the Tennessee Safety Conference in Nashville. Dr. French highlights the importance of both physical and psychological safety in the workplace, emphasizing that psychological safety is crucial for employees to feel comfortable reporting safety issues…
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#55: Ladder Safety- Top Ladder Safety Problems & Solutions
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Introduction: The hosts, Joe Allen and Jen Allen, discuss the importance of ladder safety and the excitement surrounding the topic. The episode focuses on ladder safety issues, not just inspections or conventional solutions, but on identifying user problems and how to address them effectively. Identifying Problems: They discuss various problems enc…
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Episode 149: Process Safety Leadership
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This episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, hosted by Dr. Mark French, focuses on chemical safety and the importance of robust safety programs in workplaces dealing with high-heat chemical processes. Dr. French discusses a recent fatal fire in Chattanooga involving a chemical reaction used in a metal hardening process called …
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#54:How Confined Space Reclassification Saves Money + How To Reclassify Confined Spaces
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The episode opens with an acknowledgment of the contentious nature of confined space reclassification, noting its status as a highly debated topic within safety circles. The host invites viewers to engage in a discussion, emphasizing the importance of exploring different perspectives and considerations surrounding this issue. Key Points: Motivation…
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#53: Confined Space Training- Do You Need It?
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Summary: Equipment Selection and Use: The speaker stresses the significance of proper equipment selection and training in using gear specific to confined space environments, emphasizing real-world scenarios and environmental conditions. SCBA Usage and Alternatives: The speaker dispels myths around the necessity of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus…
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The podcast episode delves into the intersection of core values, ethics, and legislation within organizations, particularly focusing on safety and leadership. It discusses the debate surrounding whether a company can truly embody ethics, arguing that while companies may have written value statements, it ultimately depends on the individuals within …
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#53 Confined Space Training Length, High Angle/Rope Rescue: BONUS EPISODE
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Confined space training- how many hours should it be? Is there an “initial” class? Should it include high angle rescue? What about other versions of rope rescue? What about train the trainer? Before you schedule your confined space training this year, listen here- it could save you a lot of time and money and scheduling drama! 💰🕰️ #safety #safetyti…
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On this episode of the "Leading and Learning through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French discusses the significance of ethics in relation to workplace safety and its impact on the workforce. He emphasizes the importance of core values in creating a safe and healthy work environment, highlighting how companies often struggle to align their actions with…
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#52: Writing Confined Space Assessments: Our Experts' Answers
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Episode Summary: In this week's enlightening episode, we embark on an in-depth exploration of confined space assessments—a critical yet often underestimated aspect of workplace safety. With years of hands-on experience and a wealth of expertise, we unravel the complexities surrounding assessments, shedding light on the essential components, nuanced…
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#51: Is That A Confined Space? How To Do Confined Space Evaluations
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In this episode, the hosts delve into the complex process of determining whether a space qualifies as confined, unpacking the various factors that must be considered in making this determination. They emphasize that confined space classification is not a straightforward task and requires a comprehensive assessment of several critical elements. Thro…
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In this episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French discusses the absence of science in decision-making and its impact. He reflects on a 1979 documentary titled "Song of the Canary: The DBCP Story," which explores a chemical plant's discovery of harmful effects due to the absence of data. Dr. French delves into how…
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#50: Who Should Get Incident Command Training? What Traits Are Important?
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In this episode, the hosts discuss the essential traits required for being an effective Incident Commander (IC) in handling chemical spills, leaks, and other related events. They highlight four key traits that may not be immediately apparent but are crucial for successful Incident management. 1. Understanding the Role of an IC: Distinguishing betwe…
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#49: How to Manage A Chemical Leak & Return To Normal: HAZMAT Explained
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Hazmat Response Phases and Chemical Leaks - Navigating Emergency Situations Introduction: In this insightful YouTube episode, the hosts delve into the stages of a hazmat response, covering crucial aspects of handling chemical leaks. The discussion unfolds with an overview of the decision to establish a hazmat team, emphasizing the importance of und…
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Episode 145 - Communication is Critical
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In this episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French focuses on communication. He emphasizes the importance of effective communication in leadership, particularly in the context of safety. Dr. French discusses the challenges of two-way communication, highlighting the need for understanding and acknowledgment. He exp…
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