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In this episode, safety consultant Danny Raines, CUSP, reflects on critical issues facing the utility industry, including safety practices, training gaps, and the persistent challenges of electrical fatalities. Danny delves into the importance of adhering to safety protocols, fostering a culture of accountability, and embracing innovation in personal protective equipment (PPE). Through stories from his […]

Hand Protection for Electrical Shock and Arc Flash Hazards Written by Hugh Hoagland and Zarheer Jooma, BSEE, M.S. on October 1, 2024. Posted in Worksite Safety. Read the full article: Click here. Ensuring proper hand protection against electrical shock and arc flash hazards is vital for worker safety. This podcast explores advancements in protective gloves, […]

In this episode of the Incident Prevention Utility Safety Podcast, Kate Wade interviews Dr. Kevin Rindal, DC, chiropractor, human performance expert, and co-founder of Vimocity. Drawing from his extensive experience with the U.S. Olympic Swim Team and industrial athletes, Dr. Rindal shares insights on preventing soft tissue injuries, implementing dynamic warmup programs, and securing organizational […]

In this episode of the Safety by Design podcast, Pam Tompkins, CUSP, shares her extensive 40-year journey in the utility safety industry. Pam dives into the critical importance of intentional safety planning and proactive assessments, emphasizing the need for quality over quantity in safety initiatives. With insights drawn from her global consulting experience, Pam provides […]

Utility Safety Podcast – Deep Dive into iP’s Q&A Oct/Nov Issue written by Jim Vaughn, CUSP Read the article: https://incident-prevention.com/blog/october-november-2024-qa/ This conversation delves into Jim Vaughn’s article for iP Magazine. The “October-November 2024 Q&A” article on Incident Prevention addresses critical safety concerns in the utility industry, focusing on the management of SF6 gas switches, OSHA […]

Welcome to the Utility Safety Podcast, recorded live at the IP Utility Safety Conference! In this episode, host Nick, Creative & Marketing Director for UBM, sits down with Mike Starner, Executive Director of Outside Line Safety at NECA. Mike shares his unique journey from field operations to safety leadership, emphasizing the crucial intersection of safety […]

In this episode of Utility Safety In Depth, we delve into the fascinating concept of the 100th monkey effect and its implications for safety in the utility industry. Join us as we discuss how collective consciousness and human connection can drive significant improvements in safety culture and outcomes. We’ll explore practical strategies to foster a […]

In this episode of the Utility Safety Podcast, host Nick sits down with Mark Taylor, CUSP, and board chair of IUOTA. Mark shares his journey from working as an electrician in Calgary to becoming a safety leader in the utility industry. He reflects on the challenges of promoting safety culture in a dynamic workforce and […]

Beyond the Checklist – A New Model for Workplace Safety – Bill Martin, CUSP – critiques the current approach to workplace safety, where simply completing required safety activities like meetings and events often leads to minimal change. The text advocates for a new model where knowledge is actively applied, and feedback loops are created to […]

In this episode of The Voice of Experience, Danny Raines, CUSP, shares his invaluable insights from decades of storm work as a lineman and utility safety expert. From the devastation of Hurricane Katrina to modern-day storm recovery challenges, Danny takes us through the physical and mental toll of responding to natural disasters. He explains the […]