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The Safety Pro Podcast

Blaine J. Hoffmann, MS OHSMthesafetypropodcast.com
No management theory, platitudes, or guru speak - just actionable workplace safety and health info you can use right now.
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015: Chemical Safety Labels

Labels still create problems for many employers. Learn what is needed and listen to some examples of what to do and not do when it comes to labels in the workplace. Be sure to send email questions or topics for future episodes to info@thesafetypropodcast.com .

Sep 25, 201721 minEp. 15

014: VPP Element 4 - Safety & Health Training

The fourth element in the OSHA VPP is safety & health training. Let's dive into this one and simplify it. Remember, the VPP Simplified Tool will explain all the elements of the VPP, the sub-elements, and track your progress along the way. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and visit the website to learn more about the VPP Simplified Tool . Send email questions to info@thesafetypropodcast.com . I may answer your question on the podcast!...

Sep 05, 201717 minEp. 14

013: VPP Element 3 - Safety Hazard Prevention & Controls

The third element in the OSHA VPP is hazard prevention & controls. Let's dive into this one and simplify it. Remember, the VPP Simplified Tool will explain all the elements of the VPP, the sub-elements, and track your progress along the way. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and visit the website to learn more about the VPP Simplified Tool . Send email questions to info@thesafetypropodcast.com. I may answer your question on the podcast!...

Aug 31, 201714 minEp. 13

012: VPP Element 2 - Worksite Safety Analysis

The second element in the OSHA VPP is worksite analysis. Let's dive into this one and simplify it. Remember, the VPP Simplified Tool will explain all the elements of the VPP, the sub-elements, and track your progress along the way. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and visit the website to learn more about safety and the VPP Simplified Tool . Send email questions to info@thesafetypropodcast.com. I may answer your question on the podcast!...

Aug 26, 201727 minEp. 12

011: VPP Element 1 - Leadership Commitment & Employee Involvement

ANNOUNCEMENT: We are now offering the #1 safety and health management system review tool used to prepare companies for the partnership with OSHA. Now you can use the same tool I have used for years. But don't worry, staying true to my values and goals for this podcast, I explain it all in the next 4 episodes covering the VPP elements and sub-elements in detail. Take notes! A lot of info is packed into the 4-episode series on VPP! email me at info@thesafetypropodcast.com...

Aug 25, 201735 minEp. 11

010: BONUS - SMART Goals Part 2

I got a lot of responses from the last episode and noticed an odd trend each time I release a new one as well. I talk about those here in this bonus episode. Keep the emails coming! And hey, if you enjoy the info in the podcast please be sure to leave a ranking and review on Apple Podcasts or drop me a personal message using the email address above.

Aug 19, 201713 minEp. 10

010: Workplace Safety & Health Goals and Objectives

How to set S.M.A.R.T. workplace safety and health goals and objectives and avoid vague lofty goals you will never realize! OSHA wants you to set safety goals. Listen as I talk about how to set S.M.A.R.T. workplace safety and health goals and objectives and avoid vague, lofty goals you will never realize! info@thesafetypropodcast.com

Aug 02, 201723 minEp. 10

009: Safety & Health Management System

www.thesafetypropodcast.com Have you ever wondered what should be in your safety program? Where do you begin? In this episode I give you a quick rundown on how to get started and the elements of your written program. Don't forget to subscribe and rank/review the podcast so that I can improve it for you! Email your safety question or comment to info@thesafetypropodcast.com

Aug 01, 201723 minEp. 9

008: OSHA Aisles and Walkways Safety Update

www.thesafetypropodcast.com Aisles and walkways are being updated! Mainly floor markings. Learn what to do by listening to this episode. More update episodes coming! Email your safety question or comment: info@thesafetyproinfo.com

Jul 24, 201719 minEp. 8

007: OSHA Safety Recordkeeping Listener Questions Pt 2

Join the Community of Safety Pros today! From parking lots to chipped teeth, this episode has me covering interesting OSHA recordkeeping scenarios from listeners. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a SafetyPro Community member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with t...

Jun 25, 201725 minEp. 7

006: OSHA Safety Recordkeeping Questions from Listeners

Join the Community of Safety Pros today! In this Q&A episode, I tackle some of the most common OSHA recordkeeping questions that past clients have asked me! Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a SafetyPro Community member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the...

May 28, 201519 minEp. 6

005: Safety Questions from Listeners

In this episode, I answer listener questions about workplace safety and compliance. To leave me a voice message with a question to answer on the podcast please visit my website . Click HERE to ask the SafetyPro! Also mentioned in this episode is my 5 tips to navigate the OSHA website without losing your mind! You really want this cheat sheet if you find yourself looking up info on their website. Click HERE to get it now!...

May 01, 201515 minEp. 5

004: Meaningful Employee Involvement in Safety

In this episode, I discuss the importance of meaningful employee involvement in the safety and health management system. Some barriers to employee involvement in the safety and health management system: -Disregarding the fact that all injuries and illnesses result from exposure to hazards. -Perception by employees that management is primarily interested in disciplining “un-safe” acts without adequately addressing hazards and root causes. -Personnel actions, such as promotions, compensation, demo...

Mar 05, 201529 minEp. 4

003: What Does Leadership Support For Safety Mean?

Have you ever heard the recommendation to conduct periodic reviews of the safety and health management system? Ever wonder what was meant by the term 'system'? I want to take some time and talk about what is involved in a comprehensive Safety and Health Management System review. You may have heard this phrase and wondered what exactly does it mean? So let's break it down. Basically, the safety and health management system starts (at least initially) with a review of all facilities, machines, che...

Feb 04, 201517 minEp. 3

002: Worksite Safety Analysis

I go over how to begin a basic Worksite Analysis or Hazard Identification and Assessment process. According to OSHA, each employer must assess the workplace to identify all hazards; evaluate new equipment, materials, and processes; and review safety and health information. This would need to be done initially, then I always recommend at least once every year or when workplace conditions change. Assessment records must be kept and made available to OSHA upon request-employers with 10 or fewer emp...

Jan 23, 201526 minEp. 2

001: Written Safety Manuals

Welcome to the first in a series of introductory episodes about safety and health management. I wanted to release a series of episodes that break down important aspects of safety and health before I dive into specific things you need to do in order to manage safety in your business. The overall safety and health management system, or safety program, refers to everything you are doing within the company to manage safety. This includes training, audits, written programs, surveys, etc. This episode...

Jan 02, 201531 minEp. 1

000: Intro to The SafetyPro Podcast

This is the SafetyPro Podcast with Blaine J. Hoffmann, MS OSHM . Think of me as your personal safety professional! In this quick intro, I talk about my professional experience, background and what to expect from this podcast moving forward. I will cover real-world workplace safety and health management issues and how to implement safety and health program elements in your workplace. I will also tackle training issues, audits, safety trends, interview experts, and more! I will also provide bonus ...

Dec 19, 20145 minEp. 1
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