Welcome to the Utility Safety Podcast, recorded live at the IP Utility Safety Conference! In this episode, host Nick, Creative & Marketing Director for UBM, sits down with Mike Starner, Executive Director of Outside Line Safety at NECA. Mike shares his unique journey from field operations to safety leadership, emphasizing the crucial intersection o…

In this episode of Utility Safety In Depth, we delve into the fascinating concept of the 100th monkey effect and its implications for safety in the utility industry. Join us as we discuss how collective consciousness and human connection can drive significant improvements in safety culture and outcomes. We'll explore practical strategies to foster …

In this episode of the Utility Safety Podcast, host Nick sits down with Mark Taylor, CUSP, and board chair of IUOTA. Mark shares his journey from working as an electrician in Calgary to becoming a safety leader in the utility industry. He reflects on the challenges of promoting safety culture in a dynamic workforce and how personal experiences, inc…

Beyond the Checklist - A New Model for Workplace Safety - Bill Martin, CUSP - critiques the current approach to workplace safety, where simply completing required safety activities like meetings and events often leads to minimal change. The text advocates for a new model where knowledge is actively applied, and feedback loops are created to assess …

In this episode of The Voice of Experience, Danny Raines, CUSP, shares his invaluable insights from decades of storm work as a lineman and utility safety expert. From the devastation of Hurricane Katrina to modern-day storm recovery challenges, Danny takes us through the physical and mental toll of responding to natural disasters. He explains the d…

Join us for an insightful podcast episode as we dive into the details of the upcoming iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo, happening in Dallas, Texas, from October 22-24. In this episode, we’ll discuss the conference’s robust educational lineup, featuring top industry experts, hands-on exhibits with 90+ vendors, and invaluable networking opportunit…

Are you tired of hearing the same safety jargon without seeing real change? Join Bill Martin, President and CEO of think Tank Project, LLC, and Kate Wade, Editor of Incident Prevention magazine, as they dive deep into the root causes of workplace injuries and fatalities. Discover how to move beyond motivation and empty slogans to create a truly saf…

Welcome to Incident Prevention's Utility Safety Podcast, hosted by Kate Wade, editor of Incident Prevention magazine. In this episode, Kate sits down with Scott Francis, the technical sales manager for Westex: a Milliken brand renowned for pioneering protective textiles since 1941. Scott brings decades of experience in the safety industry, especial…

Welcome to "Voice of Experience" with Danny Raines, CUSP. In this episode, Danny delves into crucial safety practices and procedures within the utility industry, focusing on meter safety and the potential hazards associated with improper meter base checks. With real-life incidents and expert advice, Danny highlights the importance of thorough inspe…

Join us on this episode as we dive into a critical conversation with Danny Raines, CUSP, a seasoned expert in the utility safety field. Danny sheds light on the alarming trends and safety challenges that line workers face, particularly during the hazardous "100 Days of Summer." He shares real-life anecdotes and data-driven insights into the prevale…

Line Brother's Keeper - Unpacking the Story, Mission & Message with Zach Spicer Welcome to another edition of the Utility Safety Podcast. I am your host, Nick, the Creative and Marketing Director for UBM. In this special episode, we are honored to have Zach Spicer, a journeyman lineman and the founder of Line Brother's Keeper, a non-profit organiza…

In the eighth episode of this multipart podcast series, Bill Martin, CUSP, president and CEO of Think Tank Project LLC (www.thinkprojectllc.com), and host Kate Wade discuss a host of topics and what they are seeing in the safety world, and how to change it! This podcast discusses safety in the utility industry. Here are the key points: Safety confe…

Listen to this important episode of this Voice of Experience with Danny Raines! The speaker, a retired lineman with over 55 years of experience, discusses the importance of proper training and development for lineman. He argues that simply obtaining a journeyman license doesn't guarantee competency and that true learning happens on the job. The spe…

In this episode, iP’s Kate Wade sits down with Shawn Galloway to dig into his recent iP article, "Five Core Capacities for Sustainable Safety Excellence." Shawn is the CEO of ProAct Safety – which was founded in 1993 with the sole purpose of helping organizations achieve and sustain safety excellence – and author of several bestselling books, inclu…

Ruling Spans and Proper Conductor Sag Read the article - https://incident-prevention.com/blog/ruling-spans-and-proper-conductor-sag/ Listen to this important episode of this Voice of Experience with Danny Raines! Cold weather highlights the importance of proper conductor sag. Improper sag can lead to outages, but using the right calculations keeps …

In this episode, iP's Kate Wade sits down with Cheryl Richardson, president of New York-based contractor H. Richardson & Sons, and Bill Martin, president and CEO of Think Tank Project LLC, to discuss a new safety initiative they have introduced at H. Richardson. Learn more about the implementation of this project, the impact it's making thus far, a…

In this episode of the Utility Safety Podcast we dive into the idea that now is the Time for Change! We have with us Editor of iP Magazine, Kate Wade, Brent Jeffries from Bierer Meters & William Martin from Think Tank Project, LLC. ⚡️Time for Change⚡️ The solution to change is time. Allow: Time to consider the plan Time to share concerns Time to di…

This podcast dives into a critical issue within the lineman industry: outdated training methods and their consequences. Veteran safety expert Jim Vaughn argues that traditional training methods, which often rely on the experience of veteran lineworkers, can miss crucial safety updates and best practices. The episode explores how social media trends…

This podcast is about electrical safety and building a strong line crew culture. The guest speaker, Brent Jefferies, discusses his experience training line workers and his efforts to improve safety in the industry. He has observed that there is a lack of teamwork and communication among line crews, which can lead to accidents. They believe that lin…

The podcast highlights the growing influence of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors in the utility sector. ESG goes beyond just financial performance, considering a company's environmental impact, social responsibility, and ethical practices. Investors are increasingly evaluating companies through this lens, pressuring utilities to …

We got to sit down with Jerry Haven from T&D Powerskills as he discusses about your new LMS 2.0 and go through the history of T&D through current day and how the program has really evolved. You can reach Jerry to find out more at: Email: jerry@tdpowerskills.com Cell: 318-880-2259 Website: https://www.tdpowerskills.com/ You can read the current maga…

Listen to Danny Raines, CUSP discuss his newest article in iP Magazine about Determining Reasonable Energy Estimates. You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine. Subscribe to Incident Prevention Magazine - https://incident-prevention.com/subscribe-now/ Register for the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo - https://utilitysafe…

Bigfoot Construction Equipment is a family-owned American manufacturer of outrigger pads, used to stabilize heavy equipment like cranes and concrete pumps. They offer both wood and composite pads, with custom sizes and capacities available. Their products are veteran-made and prioritize safety and strength. Eric Steiner, the marketing director, dis…

In the latest installment of "Influencing Safety," avid reader Bill Martin, president and CEO of Think Tank Project LLC, and podcast host Kate Wade discuss some of the books that have influenced the way Bill thinks about safety in the electric utility industry. Plus, check out his list of recommended books below! 1. Viskontas, I. (2017). Brain Myth…

Read the article - https://incident-prevention.com/blog/the-art-of-safety-a-new-hierarchy/ Join the iPi Forum - https://ip-institute.com/ipi-forum/ Subscribe to Incident Prevention Magazine - https://incident-prevention.com/subscribe-now/ Make sure to join us at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo coming in Orlando, FL May 21-23, 2024 Register …

In today's special episode we interview the managing editor of Incident Prevention Magazine, Kate Wade. Kate explains about our editorial board and some behind the scene exclusives. We go into a host of topics as we get to spend some time talking about what she sees as future trends in the utility industry and what changes she has seen in the indus…

In the sixth episode of this multipart podcast series, Bill Martin, CUSP, president and CEO of Think Tank Project LLC (www.thinkprojectllc.com), and host Kate Wade discuss some myths of safety live from the iP Utility Safety Conference in San Diego, CA. Listen to the other 5 parts of this special series with Bill Martin, CUSP. To share feedback abo…

Listen to Danny Raines, CUSP discuss his newest article in iP Magazine about Ferroresonance. You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine. Subscribe to Incident Prevention Magazine - https://incident-prevention.com/subscribe-now/ ________________________________ This podcast is sponsored by T&D Powerskills. If you are looking f…

Read the article here: https://incident-prevention.com/blog/harnessing-ai-crafting-the-future-of-safety-professionals/ Dive deeper into this article written by BARRY NELSON from FactorLab. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize the way safety professionals approach their work. In this article, Barry Nelson, president and CE…

iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo - San Diego, CA Nov 7-9, 2023 Are you registered for this premier utility safety conference? https://utilitysafetyconference.com/ NOVEMBER 7 – 9, 2023 TOWN AND COUNTRY RESORT – SAN DIEGO, CA JOIN US FOR 3 DAYS OF EDUCATION, NETWORKING & PRODUCT DISCOVERY The iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo brings together lea…

Listen to Danny Raines, CUSP discuss his newest article in iP Magazine about Equipotential or Total Isolation?. Read the article here - https://incident-prevention.com/blog/equipotential-or-total-isolation/ You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine. Subscribe to Incident Prevention Magazine - https://incident-prevention.com/…

Listen to Danny Raines, CUSP discuss his newest article in iP Magazine about Understanding Task Specific Training. Read the Article You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine. Subscribe to Incident Prevention Magazine - https://incident-prevention.com/subscribe-now/ The Voice of Experience with Danny Raines podcast is produce…

In this episode of Tailgate Topics, Rod Courtney, CUSP interviews William Martin, CUSP, RN, NRP, DIMM ON his article in Incident Prevention Magazine titled "Power Restoration Triage and Delta Systems" Important points in the article cover - The importance of triage in power restoration: Triage is a way of prioritizing outages so that the most criti…

Listen to Jim Vaughn, CUSP talk about his article in iP Magazine on Training Users on Aerial Lifts. Read the article - https://incident-prevention.com/blog/training-users-of-aerial-lifts/ Subscribe to iP Magazine free - https://incident-prevention.com/subscribe-now/ Reach out to Jim - jim@ispconline.com Jim's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/…

Listen to Danny Raines, CUSP discuss his newest article in iP Magazine about Lineworkers & Rubber Sleeves. Read the Article Rubber sleeves are an important safety tool for lineworkers who work with energized electrical equipment. They provide additional insulation and protection from electrical shock, and can help to prevent serious injuries or dea…

Listen to Kate Wade interview special guest Jim Willis, MSc, CMAS, CHS1. He is author of the article "Strengthening The Substation Fence" in the most recent June - July issue of Incident Prevention magazine. People have finally discovered one of the best unkept secrets in America: Our utility systems can be attacked, and it doesn’t take military ta…

Listen to Danny Raines, CUSP discuss his newest article in iP Magazine about Lineworkers & Rubber Sleeves. Read the Article Rubber sleeves are an important safety tool for lineworkers who work with energized electrical equipment. They provide additional insulation and protection from electrical shock, and can help to prevent serious injuries or dea…

In this episode Rod covers with Jesse a host of job site issues that relate to drugs and alcohol. This is a very great subject to review with your team and pay attention to on the job site. You see, this isn’t a “they have a problem” sort of problem – it’s a “we have a problem” sort of problem. It’s the kind of problem that we need to talk about fo…

In the fifth episode of this multipart podcast series, Bill Martin, CUSP, president and CEO of Think Tank Project LLC (www.thinkprojectllc.com), and host Kate Wade discuss how leaders influence their workers like where we are getting it right and where there is room for improvement. Listen to the other 4 parts of this special series with Bill Marti…

In this special episode we talk with the USOLN Board Chair, Jeff Clemons. We discuss a host of topics including how the USOLN was formed, some USOLN member benefits, and about their coveted CUSP Program that is the only utility specific credential in the industry. Jeff is a wealth of knowledge and works for San Diego Gas & Electric! Visit www.usoln…

iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo Presents SafetyPalooza in Schaumburg, IL May 9-11, 2023 Register Today - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/ The iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo brings together leading safety and operations minds from across the country for three days of education and networking. If you’re a utility safety or operations pro…

Listen to Kate Wade interview special guest Josh Moody, Director of Product Management | Westex: A Milliken Brand. He is author of the article "3 Sustainability Considerations When Evaluating FR/AR Apparel" in the most recent February - March issue of Incident Prevention magazine. Article: LinkWebsite: www.westex.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.…

Arc Flash Precautions: A Review Listen to Danny has he walks us through a review on such an important topic: Arc Flash Precautions. Read Danny's Article Here You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine. Subscribe to Incident Prevention Magazine - https://incident-prevention.com/subscribe-now/ The Voice of Experience with Danny…

Jim Vaughn, CUSP tells us a powerful story of beating the odds by following your training. This powerful message Jim shares with the community really puts a focus on why we train, and how it can save lives. Read Jim's article in the December 2022/January 2023 issue of Incident Prevention Magazine Visit here to subscribe complimentary to the magazin…

In the fourth episode of this multipart podcast series, Bill Martin, CUSP, president and CEO of Think Tank Project LLC (www.thinkprojectllc.com), and host Kate Wade discuss learned helplessness – what it is, what causes it, and how to break out of the habit. Listen to the other 3 parts of this special series with Bill Martin, CUSP. To share feedbac…

Listen to our 2nd installment into our new series “Tailgate Topics hosted by Rod Courtney, CUSP” titled “Strategies to Handle Workplace Conflict” Written by Jesse Hardy, CSP, CIT, CUSP. “Jack, the people issues are just getting to be too much,” the foreman said. “If it’s not the landowners and members of the public throwing fits and coming into the…

This book is a collection of stories from lessons learned and mistakes made as I progressed my career at Georgia Power. Applied for and award a position as "Helper on line Crew immediately after graduating High School and retired after 40 years as Safety Consultant for Distribution and Transmission. for GPC. After Lineman, I was awarded Crew Superv…

View the video here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGgZPaNxz2M&t The iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo brings together leading safety and operations minds from across the country for three days of education and networking. If you’re a utility safety or operations professional, this is a can’t-miss event. Come together to gain education, insigh…

In this episode, Danny Raines, CUSP talks on why for various reasons, ground gradient step potential hazards are not always considered or thought to be important. I recently received a call from a large investor-owned utility whose employees had differing opinions about using super dielectric overshoes or work boots when setting a pole in an energi…

In the third episode of this multipart podcast series, Bill Martin, CUSP, president and CEO of Think Tank Project LLC (www.thinkprojectllc.com), and host Kate Wade discuss emotional intelligence – what it is, why it’s so critical to line crew safety and why it should be considered a strength and not a weakness. To share feedback about this podcast,…