The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management
Interviews along with a Q&A format answering questions about safety. Together we‘ll help answer not just safety compliance but the strategy and tactics to implement injury elimination/severity.
Episodes
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Dec 19, 2022 • 9min
Episode 12 - Safety Data Sheets - Section 4
In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses section 4 Fire-Aid Measures of the standard 16-section Safety Data Sheet (SDS). A few practical examples are given covering common chemicals found in the workplace.
Dec 18, 2022 • 10min
Episode 11 - Chemical Exposure Limits
In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses chemical exposure limits. The OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL), NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limit (REL) and the ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) are discussed. The differences between the different groups along with the legally enforceable PEL are discussed. Practical examples are given on the differences between the groups. Always strive to use the most conservative chemical exposure limit, it's all about the people.
Nov 13, 2022 • 9min
Episode 10 - Hazardous Chemical Classifications - Pictograms
In today's episode, Dr. Ayers the Hazardous Chemical Classifications found on the standard 16 section Safety Data Sheet (SDS). These are basically the pictograms to help visually identify a hazardous chemical.
Nov 6, 2022 • 5min
Episode 9 - Safety Data Sheets - Physical and Chemical Properties
In this short episode, section 9 of the standard 16 section Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is covered. It's very important to teach employees how to read and understand an SDS so they understand how to safely handle chemicals.
Oct 22, 2022 • 30min
Episode 8 - Dr. Drew Hinton - Part 1 (CBT in the workplace)
Today Drew and I discuss CBT and its prevalence in the workplace. Please catch Drew on LinkedIn for more information or call 1-270-670-4718.
Oct 22, 2022 • 30min
Episode 7 - Tom Cecich - Part 1
Tom is a true titan in the field of safety. Tom and I discuss how to executives on board with safety. A couple of stories are shared along with some practical examples to help the safety professional. Please email Tom@tfc-assoc.com or call 919-601-5224.
Oct 22, 2022 • 6min
Episode 6 - Hierarchy of Hazard Controls
In today's short episode, we discuss the Hierarchy of Hazard Controls and give a couple of practical examples.
Oct 22, 2022 • 2min
Episode 5 - Using a Portable Fire Extinguisher (PASS method)
In this short episode, we cover how to use a portable fire extinguisher. The Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep (PASS) method is covered.
Oct 18, 2022 • 4min
Episode 4-Hearing Protection and Noise Reduction Rating (NRR)
Today's episode is a short one on hearing protection and the noise reduction rating. I cover a practical example and how to accurately apply the formula for NRR to calculate the decibels of noise exposure (noise reduction).
Oct 18, 2022 • 27min
Episode 3 - Shawn Galloway-Part 1
Shawn and I talk about occupational safety leadership and accountability. Successful strategies are discussed along with Shawn's definition of a Safety Professional. Part 1 of several Episodes as we have a lot more to cover.
