Safety+Health magazine

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 74: Value of trust in the workplace, April issue highlights

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jason O. Harris joins us to talk trust in the workplace and share a sneak peek of his upcoming keynote presentation to be delivered in May at the NSC ...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 73: Generational differences at work

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nancy Tippins, principal of the Nancy T. Tippins Group, led a team of experts in researching generational differences in the workplace. She joins us t...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 72: Previewing National Ladder Safety Month and highlights from the February issue

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Van Bree, president of the American Ladder Institute, joins us to discuss National Ladder Safety Month, observed each March. We also review conte...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 71: Volunteer first aid response teams

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rommie Duckworth, member of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians board of directors, joins us to discuss the value of volunteer f...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 70: OSHA’s Top 10 recap

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

National Safety Council Senior Director of Research Jay Vietas joins us to discuss OSHA’s list of the Top 10 most frequently cited standards in fisc...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 69: Forklift safety and November issue highlights

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

National Safety Council senior safety consultant Mike Ezzell joins us to discuss forklift safety. We also review content from the November issue of Sa...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 68: Hand protection with ISEA experts, October issue highlights

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

International Safety Equipment Association experts Cam Mackey and Andrew Funk join us to discuss hand protection. We also review content from the Octo...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 67: LIVE from the NSC Safety Congress & Expo

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Safety leader, author and keynote speaker Brian Fielkow joins us live at NSC Safety Congress & Expo in Denver to discuss various elements of safety le...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 66: Looking ahead to the NSC Safety Congress & Expo

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Merle Heckman, a Dale Carnegie master trainer and safety podcaster, joins us to discuss how safety pros can take advantage of professional development...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 65: Career education and lifelong learning for safety pros

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Abby Ferri, Networks Senior Leader at the National Safety Council, joins us to discuss how safety professionals can benefit from education throughout ...

All About You Episode 140: The benefits of building camaraderie

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Procedures, rules, reports, permits and more are a vital part of our work, but they’re not the most important part. People are. Read Richard Hawk's...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 64: Protecting workers from heat illness

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cristina Campbell Harris, industrial hygiene supervisor in the Department of Labor and Industry at Maryland Occupational Safety and Health, joins us t...

All About You Episode 139: Turn complaints into positive actions

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Sometimes situations need to change, and complaints can help them be brought to light and corrected.” Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.saf...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 63: Continuous improvement and a look ahead to National Safety Month

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lori Guasta, senior director of consulting operations at the National Safety Council, joins us to discuss continuous improvement – one of the four w...

All About You Episode 138: Make music part of your safety efforts

27 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Music can be magical, both in your personal and professional life. Try using it to inspire yourself – and workers – to take action.” Read Ri...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 62: Fatigue in construction

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carl Heinlein, senior safety consultant at the American Contractors Insurance Group, joins us to discuss the impacts of fatigue on construction worker...

All About You Episode 137: Recognize safety efforts and successes

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Done well, it’s an effective way to make people feel appreciated and influence them to work safely.” Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.sa...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 61: Top habits of safety pros and our 5-year anniversary

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Kunz, keynote speaker at the NSC Spring Safety Congress & Expo (set for April 24-25 in Charlotte, N.C.), joins the podcast to discuss habits of ...

All About You Episode 136: Try using affirmations

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Hawk shares his experiences with “repeating a reassuring or inspiring phrase – whether aloud or in the mind” to help deal with anxiety a...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 60: Adoption of new safety technology

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Crawford, senior research manager for Workplace Safety Programs at the National Safety Council, joins the podcast to discuss tips and guidance on...

All About You Episode 135: 5 tips to help make meetings successful

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Make the most out of them – whether in person or virtual – with advice from safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Read Richard Haw...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 59: Conflict resolution for safety pros, winter hazards for workers

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Veteran safety pro/speaker/podcaster/columnist Richard Hawk joins the podcast to discuss conflict resolution skills in the “Five Questions With …”...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 58: Preventing falls and selling safety to leadership

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss content from the December issue of Safety+Health, including feature stories on OSHA’s Top 10 most cited standards and how safety professi...

All About You Episode 134: Add fun and flair to routine tasks

24 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“No matter what you’re doing, approach the task with an upbeat attitude and figure out ways to go beyond what’s typical.” Read Richard Hawk's...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 57: Post-disaster worker safety and combustible dust

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss content from the November issue of Safety+Health, including a feature story about combustible dust. Also, Eric Persaud, a health scientist ...

All About You Episode 133: Master your voice

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a skill “that will increase your influence, make you more likable and, as a safety pro, increase the effectiveness of your communications.”...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 56: Recovery-friendly workplaces

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss content from the October issue of Safety+Health and share our thoughts on the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo. Also, Jamie Osborne, a publi...

All About You Episode 132: Keep an open mind

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“In all aspects of our lives, confirmation bias can hinder our ability to stay open-minded. As safety pros, it can make us less effective.” Read ...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 55: Live from the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a live episode from the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo in Orlando, FL, the S+H editorial team interviews the National Safety Council's Lori Guasta...

All About You Episode 131: Be a coach and a counselor

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Just as sports coaches train and spur athletes to perform better, coaching someone to work safely is fulfilling.” Read Richard Hawk's column htt...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 54: How to get the most out of the NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2024

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss content from the August issue of Safety+Health, including the latest details about the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo. Also, Dale Lesinski...

All About You Episode 130: Cherish every moment

28 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“The best moments I’ve had while working, even at nuclear power plants with strict rules, were when my colleagues and I enjoyed what we were doing...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 53: HazCom Standard updates and what’s new with MSDs

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss content from the July issue of Safety+Health, including the latest news about musculoskeletal injuries. Also, National Safety Council Princ...

All About You Episode 129: Be at home in your head

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Our minds are extraordinary, and we have more control over them than we sometimes realize.” Read Richard Hawk's column https://www.safetyandhe...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 52: Keeping workers safe in the heat

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 52, the S+H team examines content from the June issue, including a feature story with tips on keeping your safety committee fresh and effec...

All About You Episode 128: Be like a tree

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“I want to help others and support people. As a safety pro, I have plenty of opportunities to do that. You do, too.” Read Richard Hawk's column ...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 51: National Safety Month is approaching

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 per...

All About You Episode 127: Stick to your guns

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Getting others to integrate your unique ideas or techniques is often tricky when there’s a lack of understanding and fear of change.” Read Ric...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 50: Safety I vs. Safety II

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 50, the S+H team celebrates a milestone and examines content from the April issue, including the results of the annual Training Survey, saf...

All About You Episode 126: Change your perception

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Whether doing a routine inspection, driving to work or counseling a co-worker violating a safety procedure, your perception can make each experienc...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 49: Distracted driving and March issue highlights

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

All About You Episode 125: Get back on track after a setback

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Setbacks can test our mettle and often cause us to give up on something positive we were doing before the reversal. Here’s what I’ve done and t...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 48: The importance of first aid in the workplace

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 Sa...

All About You Episode 124: Stay curious

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Curiosity drives us to ask questions, and being a skillful questioner benefits us in many ways.” https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #47: How the safety pro’s job has changed / OSHA recordkeeping

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 47, the S+H team examines the January issue’s feature story on how the safety and health professional’s job has changed over the years....

All About You Episode #123: All About You: Harness team spirit to energize safety

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“When we feel like we’re part of something bigger than ourselves, it feels good and stirs us to action,” Richard Hawk tells us. Read Richard Ha...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #46: Workplace violence and Safety Data Sheets

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 46, the S+H team examines the December issue’s feature story on best practices for preventing workplace violence. Also, Atanu Das, owner ...

All About You Episode #122: All About You: Three ways to help keep emotions in check

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Hawk has tips to help you and others recognize and defuse potentially upsetting situations. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column. https://safet...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #45: Common electrical safety errors and chemical safety

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 45, the S+H team examines the November issue’s feature story on common electrical safety errors. Also, T.J. Lentz, a lead health scientis...

All About You Episode #121: Five times to be mindful during your day

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“Deliberately paying attention to your environment and inner feelings without judgment” can help strengthen safety, motivational speaker Richard H...

On the Safe Side podcast: Live from Congress with Jane Terry, NSC VP

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a special episode live from the 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo in New Orleans, the S+H editorial team interviews Jane Terry, National Safety Counc...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #44: Respirable crystalline silica and mental health at work

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 44, the S+H team examines the October issue’s feature story on respirable crystalline silica. Also, Suzi Craig, vice president of workpla...

On the Safe Side podcast: NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2023 preview

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, the S+H team looks ahead to the 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, set to take place Oct. 20-26 in New Orleans. The team discus...

All About You Episode #120: Become a conversation dynamo

23 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to be a welcome and effective conversationalist? Safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk shares what works for him. Read R...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #43: Aerial lifts and fleet safety

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 43, the S+H

All About You Episode #119: Control your thoughts – and your mood

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“There’s a consensus that thoughts are mighty contributors to how much we enjoy life,” safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. R...

How to Make Your Safety Training Stick

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Safety and health professionals know how important it is to deliver great safety training, but planning to incorporate techniques that help content be...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #42: Math for safety pros and wearable technologies

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 42, the S+H team examines the August issue’s feature story on math for safety professionals. Also, Kenna Carlsen, research associate for ...

Optimizing Your Construction Safety Program: Cornerstones for creating a hazard-free jobsite

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You need to be aware of the potential hazards at your jobsite, take action to avoid or eliminate them, and report any hazards or unsafe conditions. Le...

Proving the Value of Safety

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

During this webinar, you’ll learn why safety shouldn’t be a priority but a value. Tim Page-Bottorff, a popular safety speaker and author, will als...

All About You Episode #118: We all need encouragement

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“Encouraging others is one of our best tools for creating a vibrant safety culture and helping others succeed,” safety pro and motivational speake...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #41: Influence in safety and trenching/excavation hazards

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 41, the S+H team examines the July issue’s feature story on influence in safety. Also, Mike Kassman from CPWR – The Center for Construc...

Got Chemicals? How to Comply with OSHA’s Standard on PSM

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to J. J. Keller experts to better understand PSM, from determining if you have a covered process to compiling required process information, imp...

What to Expect from OSHA in FY 2023

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this webinar, you will learn: What’s new from OSHA; how to address specific initiatives; new approaches to enforcement; tips for “impressing”...

Common equipment and tasks that can lead to arc flash incidents

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This webinar examines common equipment and tasks that can lead to arc flash and shock incidents. The complexities of transitioning from rule to practi...

All About You Episode #117: Change can be a good thing

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"If we realize that all experiences can be valuable tools for growth, we'll be less apprehensive when they include significant changes to our lives," ...

Fall Prevention: Best Practices for the 3 Main Types of Hazards

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

J. J. Keller experts explain the three main types of hazards that cause falls: unsafe environment, unsafe equipment and unsafe behavior. They’ll als...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #40: Eye/face protection and safety walkarounds

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 40, the S+H team examine the June issue’s feature story on eye and face protection. Also, Tarah Kile, director of Michigan OSHA’s Consu...

Building Safer: Foundations of Effective Injury Prevention and Wellness for Construction Workers

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

During this webinar, we’ll cover: How the most common sources of risk in the construction industry play into wellness issues; how a whole-worker app...

On the Safe Side podcast: 2023 National Safety Month special episode

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special 2023 National Safety Month episode, the S+H team examines the four weekly themes for this year’s NSM – emergency preparedness; sli...

Top 5 Actions Every Company Must Take When Applying AI to HSE

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

During this webinar, you’ll learn how visual AI disrupts existing safety patterns by detecting, recording and alerting workers before a safety event...

All About You Episode #116: Take a deep breath

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Practicing mindful breathing can help you relieve stress and focus on the present moment, safety pro and motivational speaker Richard Hawk says. Read...

Temporary Worker Compliance: How the Regulations Impact the Host Employer and Staffing Agency

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This webinar clarifies the host employer’s and staffing agency’s responsibilities, as well as identify key federal regulations that pertain to thi...

The Cost of Doing Nothing

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join KPA’s experts as they take you through: What happens when safety isn’t prioritized; the hidden costs of violations; the latest OSHA violation...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #39: Workplace violence prevention and heat illness awareness

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 39, the S+H team examines the May issue’s feature story on workplace violence prevention. Also, Cal/OSHA Heat and Agriculture Program Coo...

10 Incremental Ideas to Take Your Safety Culture to the Next Level

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Explore how Intelex VP Scott Gaddis led organizations focusing on safety and health teams, operational and functional support leaders, and senior lead...

The Connected Leader: Cultivating Trust in Today’s Disconnected World

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join behavioral analysis expert Angelica Grindle and executive leadership coach Rebecca Timmins to understand why connected leaders are so influential...

Top 5 OSHA Safety Training Topics: Answers to Who Should be Trained, When and Why

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

J. J. Keller experts cover who in your organization should receive safety training, when training should (or must) be provided and why providing that ...

All About You Episode #115: Make time for a ‘spring refresh’

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Spring is a great time to change up our personal routines and see what we can update and refresh in our professional lives, safety pro and motivationa...

Avoiding EHS Pitfalls: OSHA, Engagement & KPIs

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

ProcessMAP experts will guide you on actions to take, and pitfalls to avoid, to deliver measurable gains over your organization's 2022 safety performa...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #38: Fire drills and NSC’s Lori Guasta discusses fatigue

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 38, the S+H team examines the April issue’s feature story on workplace fire drills. Also, Lori Guasta, senior director of consulting serv...

On the Safe Side podcast: 2023 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo preview

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, the Safety+Health team previews the 2023 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo – set for May 17-19 in Indianapolis – and in...

All About You Episode #114: Make the best of every situation

26 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“You never know what opportunities will arise, even when things go awry,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Read Richard ...

Transform Safety Management and Reduce Risk with AI

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn from experts from CompScience about new plug-and-play safety analytics solutions that generate deep insights for risk management. You are liste...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #37: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and loading dock safety

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 37, the S+H team celebrates the third anniversary of the podcast by diving into the March issue’s feature story on the Pregnant Workers F...

The Importance of Community in Safety

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this webinar, Jason Lucas, safety speaker, author and consultant with more than 20 years of experience, will share the value of community in safety...

OSHA Training for General Industry: Reviewing the Elements for Select Topics

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join J. J. Keller subject-matter experts for an overview of several key training topics for general industry, including hazard communication, forklift...

All About You Episode #113: Be a valued part of the team: 3 tips

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“As safety and health professionals, we can’t be successful without co-worker collaboration,” says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richar...

Seven Secrets for Successful Safety Incentive Systems

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the secrets to an effective safety incentives program from Bill Sims Jr., a safety leader with more than 30 years of experience. He explains the...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #36: Working in cold weather and ladder safety

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 36, the S+H

How EHS and ESG Professionals Are Dealing with Today's Evolving Challenges

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this webinar, Scott Gaddis from Intelex, Fern Beauchamp from Vanson Bourne and John Dony from the National Safety Council discuss a recent survey a...

Forklift Compliance: Inspection Requirements, Training and FAQs

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

J. J. Keller experts answer some of the tough questions regarding forklift safety and compliance: The scope of OSHA’s standard on PIT; training – ...

Is Your Written Hazard Communication Program OSHA Compliant?

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Experts from J. J. Keller cover: What needs to be included in your written hazard communication program; how to ensure it stays updated; how to make i...

Low Voltage Arc Flash and Electrical Shock Safety for High Voltage Qualified Persons

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This webinar explores two serious incidents to illustrate the discrepancy that often occurs when high-voltage qualified workers manage low-voltage as ...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #35: Safety technology and the value of storytelling

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 35, the S+H team dives into the January issue’s feature story on adoption and acceptance of safety technology. Additionally, senior safet...

Preventing and Addressing Sexual Harassment: Understanding the Law and Avoiding Liability

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

J. J. Keller experts discuss sexual harassment questions including: : Where’s the line? Exactly what constitutes sexual harassment? When should an e...

Going from Good to Great - Transforming Safety Performance with Technology

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This webinar covers technology solutions and key applications that will transform safety programs for the better. Topics include: New technologies for...

How to Prevent the Most Common HazCom Violations: An In-Depth Look at OSHA Citations

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Experts from J. J. Keller will look at the most common HazCom violations cited by OSHA, including: Lack of or inadequate written HazCom program; lack ...

All About You Episode #112: Here's to being more patient in 2023!

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Patience is a powerful life skill worth strengthening," says safety pro turned motivational speaker Richard Hawk. Read Richard Hawk's monthly column...

On the Safe Side podcast Episode #34: Head protection and lessons on listening

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 34, the S+H editorial team dives into the December issue’s feature story on head protection. Additionally, veteran safety expert and keyn...