EHS on Tap
EHS Daily Advisor
EHS On Tap is an environmental, health, and safety podcast by BLR. On each episode of EHS On Tap, host Jay Kumar will discuss emerging legal, regulatory, and policy issues with industry experts and the impacts to everyday environmental and safety professionals. EHS On Tap runs the gamut of contemporary environmental issues including water, air, and waste as well as covers a wide variety of safety issues.
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Oct 6, 2026 • 19min
E314: The Importance of a Proactive Safety Mindset
On episode 314 of EHS On Tap, Amanda Fender, EH&S Regional Manager, WinField United (a subsidiary of Land O'Lakes), talks about the importance of taking a proactive approach to workplace safety.

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Sep 29, 2026 • 17min
E313: Using Technology to Detect Gas Hazards
Laura Faust, Senior Product Manager at Industrial Scientific, explores the next generation of workplace gas detection. She discusses balancing simple maintenance with connected safety, choosing cellular technology for lone workers, and navigating industrial connectivity challenges. Faust also introduces Tectra, a worker-centered ecosystem designed to streamline bump tests, updates, data visibility, and scalable safety programs.

Sep 22, 2026 • 15min
E312: The Importance of Emergency Preparedness
Severe weather can turn a routine day into a major crisis. This conversation explores proactive emergency planning, flexible response strategies, and the importance of keeping plans current as organizations evolve. It also covers realistic exercises, clear communication during recovery, and wearable alert technology designed to protect lone workers.

Sep 15, 2026 • 23min
E311: Addressing the Complex World of Waste Compliance Management
On episode 311 of EHS On Tap, Luke Jacobs, CEO of Encamp, talks about how companies should address waste compliance management.

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Sep 8, 2026 • 19min
E310: Workplace Safety as a Business Strategy
Clare Epstein, General Manager of Commercial at Vector Solutions, explores workplace safety as a strategic business priority. She discusses measurable safety excellence, building mature cultures, and moving beyond check-the-box training. The conversation also covers microlearning, multilingual content, skills gaps, and AI’s evolving role in training, incident documentation, and workforce readiness.

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Sep 1, 2026 • 18min
E309: Using AI to Improve Construction Site Safety Inspections
Corey Silverman, a Highwire safety specialist who previously worked at Amazon and Holder Construction, explores how AI can transform construction safety inspections. They discuss why current observations lack detail, how voice recordings streamline documentation, and the data needed to spot recurring hazards. The conversation also covers computer vision, drones, privacy-preserving technology, and the industry pressure accelerating AI adoption.

Aug 25, 2026 • 22min
E308: What You Need to Know About Pedestrian Detection Systems
On episode 308 of EHS On Tap, Jackson Phillips, Account Manager, Matrix Design Group, explains what businesses need to know about pedestrian detection systems. This episode is sponsored by Matrix Design Group.

Aug 18, 2026 • 26min
E307: Putting the Focus on Heat Health for Workers
On episode 307 of EHS On Tap, Josh Shaw, founder and CEO of MISSION, talks about how the company built its business around protecting workers from heat hazards. This episode is sponsored by MISSION.

Aug 11, 2026 • 19min
E306: How EHS Professionals Are Embracing Technology
On episode 306 of EHS On Tap, Matt Airhart, CEO of VelocityEHS, talks about how EHS professionals are embracing technology.

Aug 4, 2026 • 23min
E305: The Importance of Emotional Safety in the Workplace
On episode 305 of EHS On Tap, Paul Espenan, Senior Vice President of Environmental, Health, Safety & Regulatory at Diversified Energy Company, talks about his book The Heart and Soul of Safety: Leading Safety Performance from the Heart.


