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In this episode, Incident Prevention’s Kate Wade sits down with Kaitlyn Albertoli, co-founder and CEO of California-based Buzz Solutions, to explore how visual intelligence is helping utilities uncover hidden risks and modernize critical infrastructure. Kaitlyn shares how Buzz Solutions’ platforms—PowerAI and PowerGuard—use AI-driven insights to streamline inspections, enhance grid reliability, and reduce operational costs. They […]

In this episode of Built In, Not Bolted On, host Doug Hill challenges traditional thinking around job safety practices. He explores the effectiveness of pre-job briefs, mid-day check-ins, and post-job reviews, emphasizing how learning from experience—especially at the end of the day—can dramatically improve safety outcomes. Drawing inspiration from aviation and military after-action reviews, Doug […]

In this episode, we explore what an ancient shepherding metaphor can teach us about modern safety leadership. Inspired by The Good Shepherd, an article written by David McPeak, CUSP, CIT, CHST, CSP, CSSM for Incident Prevention magazine, we unpack how the timeless relationship between shepherd and sheep mirrors the dynamic between safety leaders and their teams. […]

In this powerful episode recorded live at the iP Utility Safety Conference in Charleston, Brent Jeffries of Bierer Meters and Billy Martin of Think Tank Project LLC dive deep into the overlooked element of utility safety: human connection. They explore how emotional energy, team environment, and psychological safety can make or break a crew’s performance. […]

Safety by Design – Empowering Leadership and Employee Involvement with Pam Tompkins CSP, CUSP Read the article – https://incident-prevention.com/blog/safety-by-design-leadership-and-employee-involvement/ In this episode of Safety by Design, we welcome back safety expert Pam Tompkins, CUSP, CSP, to explore the foundational role of leadership and employee involvement in building effective safety systems. Based on her recent article […]

Optimizing Arc Flash Protection: The Crucial Role of Layered Clothing Written by Derek Sang, CSHEP, QSSP on February 14, 2025. Posted in Worksite Safety. A layered approach that includes FR/AR undergarments can enhance worker safety, comfort and compliance. Read the article here – https://incident-prevention.com/blog/optimizing-arc-flash-protection-the-crucial-role-of-layered-clothing/ Arc flash incidents can happen in a split second, but the right preparation can make […]

In this episode of Built In, Not Bolted On with host Doug Hill, CUSP, we dive deep into the world of utility safety culture, exploring the latest risk management strategies, regulatory challenges, and best practices to keep crews safe. Our host shares firsthand experiences and expert insights on hazard identification, compliance updates, and leadership in […]

In this episode of The Utility Safety Podcast, host Kate Wade sits down with Shawn Galloway, a renowned expert in safety leadership and culture, to discuss the evolving landscape of utility safety. They explore the key factors that drive a proactive safety culture, the role of leadership in risk management, and how organizations can shift […]

Equipotential grounding is a critical safety practice that protects utility workers from electrical hazards by equalizing voltage levels at the worksite. In this episode, we delve into real-world lessons learned from the field, highlighting the importance of establishing an effective equipotential zone (EPZ) to prevent harmful electrical currents from passing through the body. We discuss […]

In this episode of Tailgate Topics, host Rod Courtney is joined by Nick from Utility Business Media to discuss one of the biggest safety risks in the utility industry—distractions. Inspired by Scott Perrin’s article, The Dangers of Distraction: Staying Focused in a High-Risk Environment, this conversation dives into how mental drift, complacency, fatigue, and technology […]