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Episode 12

OH&S SafetyPod: Coronavirus Basics - Symptoms, Transmissions, PPE, and Pandemic Planning

ASSP President-Elect Deborah Roy answers the most frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 pandemic with OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard.

Episode 11

OH&S SafetyPod: Strengthening Safety Culture — The Affective Approach

Editor Sydny Shepard interviews Craig Sexton, Global Creative Director at DuPont Sustainable Solutions, about engaging the heart and the head to transform an organization's safety culture.

Episode 10

OH&S SafetyPod: Under the Microscope: OSHA's New Fall Protection Requirements

Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with LJB Inc. Principal Thom Kramer to discuss OSHA's updated regulations on fall protection and walking-working surfaces.

Episode 9

OH&S SafetyPod: Coronavirus Basics — Respirator Fit Testing in the Age of COVID-19

OH&S Content Editor Amanda Smiley gives an update on the COVID-19 pandemic and sits down with Greg Olson, a Sr. Product Specialist for Industrial Hygiene and Respiratory Protection at TSI, to discuss proper fit testing amid the Coronavirus crisis.

Episode 8

OH&S SafetyPod: Coronavirus Basics — An Update on the Pandemic

OH&S Editors Sydny Shepard and Amanda Smiley discuss the newest updates related to the Coronavirus, or COVID-19.

Episode 7

OH&S SafetyPod: Coronavirus Basics (What You Need to Know about COVID-19)

OH&S Editors Sydny Shepard and Amanda Smiley discuss the top most frequently asked questions related to the Coronavirus, or COVID-19.

OH&S SafetyPod: Hand Protection: Hazards, Standards and Glove, Oh My!

Episode 6

OH&S SafetyPod: Hand Protection: Hazards, Standards and Gloves, Oh My!

OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with not one, but two, members of the ISEA Hand Protection Group — Jill Clements and Matt Block — to discuss reducing the risks of hand injuries. Sponsored by Glove Guard.

Episode 5

OH&S SafetyPod: A Crash Course in Combustible Dust

OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard and Combustible Dust expert Russell Ogle discuss the hazards of combustible dust, what to look for and how to react in the event of a catastrophic incident.

Episode 4

OH&S SafetyPod: Understanding the Role of Technology in the Safety Industry

For this episode of OH&S SafetyPod, Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Sean Stinson, the Vice President of Sales & Product Management at Blackline Safety, to answer some questions about new technology advancements in the safety industry.

Episode 3

OH&S SafetyPod: Counting Down the Top Three Safety Trends of 2019

Follow along as OH&S editors Sydny Shepard and Amanda Smiley discuss the top three safety trends of 2019 sponsored by Avery Industrial.

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Featured

North Carolina Labor Officials Urge Heat Safety as Temperatures Rise

Officials urge outdoor workers and employers to prevent heat illness with rest, water, and shade as part of the “Beat the Heat” campaign. Read Now
- Heat Stress
- Regulatory & Standards
Maine Department of Labor Offers Free Workplace Safety Trainings in July

Free workplace safety trainings will be held in Augusta this July, covering topics including ergonomics, silica exposure, ladder safety, electrical hazards, and OSHA compliance. Read Now
- Ergonomics
- Training
Construction and Logistics Workers Brace for Recession’s Impact

Construction and logistics workers are feeling the pinch of a slowing economy. A new survey reveals how they're adapting—and how employers are falling short. Read Now
- Construction Safety
- Total Worker Health
Small Breaks, Big Impact: How Microbreaks Improve Safety and Performance

A structured microbreak program piloted in office and factory settings shows measurable gains in comfort, productivity, and employee engagement—without disrupting workflow. Read Now
- Ergonomics
- Total Worker Health
AIHA Launches Heat Stress App 2.0

How a real-time app from AIHA is helping safety leaders tackle rising heat stress risks—indoors and out. Read Now
- Heat Stress
- Industrial Hygiene
Arizona Workers Demand Statewide Heat Protection Standard Amid Soaring Temperatures

As temperatures climb to 115°F, the Arizona Heat Standards Coalition and allies call on state officials to adopt enforceable protections for workers facing extreme heat. Read Now
- Heat Stress
- Regulatory & Standards

Artificial Intelligence

AI in Safety: From Hype to Real-World Impact
How artificial intelligence is already improving safety inspections, reporting, and risk forecasting—and where it still falls short.
The Role of Predictive Analytics in Optimizing Health and Safety Workflows
New data-driven tools give employers an edge in preventing injuries, improving compliance, and optimizing safety protocols before accidents occur.
As Heat Rises and Regulations Stall, Employers Must Lead on Climate Safety
With extreme weather accelerating and federal safeguards weakening, companies must adopt tech-driven strategies to protect outdoor workers and stay ahead of risk.

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