AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
SPONSORED BY AVIVE
April 15th, 2026 @ 1PM ET
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
Which will include:
- Why having AEDs does not automatically mean being prepared
- Why traditional inspection and oversight models struggle in the field
- Common gaps in both new and long-standing AED programs
- How AED program expectations have changed with mobile and field-based workforces
- Practical considerations for building or modernizing a program without increasing administrative burden
Flight-Ready HEC Solutions
Buckingham offers flight-ready solutions for human external cargo (HEC) applications: the BuckFLIGHT HEC Harness (Non-Step In); Arc Tested Buck Access Tower Harness (Step In); and Arc Tested BuckTech Harness (Non-Step In). Per FAA Policy Statement PS-AIR-27/29.865, ANSI Z359.11 full-body harnesses are now acceptable for use in HEC applications, providing an alternative to the harness requirements […]
Utility Strike Prevention System
Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon, a leader in excavator safety systems, and RodRadar, developer of the field-proven Live Dig Radar (LDR), have announced the industry’s first safety-grade solution for preventing underground utility strikes. The integrated system automatically stops excavator bucket movement when subsurface utilities are detected during active excavation, making RodRadar’s Zero-Strike vision a […]
Davit Arm Systems
3M DBI-SALA Davit Arm Systems are designed for manhole and confined space entry/retrieval applications. These units are constructed of lightweight materials, including high-strength aluminum. The davit pivots for ease of rescue and has adjustment for overhead clearance restrictions. The lower base adjusts to fit most standard entries. Many other portable and fixed bases are available […]
Drill-Activated Load Binder
Durabilt Durbin has introduced the all-new DuraTorQ (DTQ) Series, a patent-pending torque drive load binder engineered to redefine efficiency in load securement. Designed for drill activation, the DTQ-12 is compatible with 1/2-inch to 3/8-inch chain, while the DTQ-38 is compatible with 3/8-inch to 5/16-inch chain, delivering fast, controlled tensioning with significantly reduced physical strain. These […]
MEWP Kits
Guardian’s new Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) Kits with leading-edge protection provide a complete, compliant fall protection solution designed specifically for MEWP operators. Each all-inclusive kit features a Guardian Full-Body Harness paired with the CR3-Edge Class 2 Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL) and is conveniently packaged in a durable Carry Bag for easy transport and storage. Since MEWPs […]
Influencing Safety – Looking Upstream – The Secret to Stopping Incidents Before They Start – Bill Martin, CUSP
In this episode of the Influencing Safety podcast, Kate Wade and Bill Martin pull back the curtain on their creative process with a raw, “behind-the-scenes” brainstorming session. They explore the critical shift from reacting to downstream incidents to identifying the “upstream” conditions that create them. By discussing concepts like the “teaspoon fallacy,” psychological safety, and […]
The High-Voltage Sleep Gap – Why Rest is the Ultimate PPE with Dr. Eric Rogers
In this episode of the Utility Safety Podcast, host Kate Wade dives deep into the science of sleep with Dr. Eric Rogers, a performance sleep coach who has trained elite military units like the US Navy SEALs. Designed specifically for the high-hazard utility industry, this conversation reframes sleep from a passive recovery state to “the […]
Advancing Safety: Incident Prevention Explores the Latest in Roadway Protection at American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) 2026!
For utility safety and operations professionals, the intersection of roadside work and live traffic remains one of the highest-risk environments. To stay at the forefront of hazard mitigation, Incident Prevention is on-site in Houston for the ATSSA Annual Convention & Traffic Expo, evaluating the next generation of life-saving technologies. From AI-enabled work zone intrusion alarms […]
Unsafe Compliance: Why Checking Boxes Won’t Save Lives
In the nearly 15 years I’ve worked in the electric utility industry, I’ve witnessed life-altering injuries and helped to bury more than one coworker-turned-friend. The toughest part for me to accept is knowing that most of those injuries and deaths were preventable. We were well-trained. Our compliance systems and paperwork were in place. Yet we […]
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
SPONSORED BY AVIVE April 15th, 2026 @ 1PM ET
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
Which will include:
Why having AEDs does not automatically mean being prepared
Why traditional inspection and oversight models struggle in the field
Common gaps…
Drill-Activated Load Binder
Durabilt Durbin has introduced the all-new DuraTorQ (DTQ) Series, a patent-pending torque drive load binder engineered to redefine efficiency in load securement. Designed for drill activation, the DTQ-12 is compatible with 1/2-inch to 3/8-inch chain, while the DTQ-38 is compatible with 3/8-inch to 5/16-inch chain, delivering fast, controlled tensioning with significantly reduced physical strain.
These binders shift manual force to power-assisted operation, dramatically cutting operator fatigue and shortening loading and unloading times. Each DTQ binder is 100% proof load tested and include…
MEWP Kits
Guardian’s new Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) Kits with leading-edge protection provide a complete, compliant fall protection solution designed specifically for MEWP operators. Each all-inclusive kit features a Guardian Full-Body Harness paired with the CR3-Edge Class 2 Self-Retracting Lifeli…
Influencing Safety – Looking Upstream – The Secret to Stopping Incidents Before They Start – Bill Martin, CUSP
In this episode of the Influencing Safety podcast, Kate Wade and Bill Martin pull back the curtain on their creative process with a raw, “behind-the-scenes” brainstorming session. They explore the critical shift from reacting to downstream incidents to identifying the “upstream” conditions that…
The High-Voltage Sleep Gap – Why Rest is the Ultimate PPE with Dr. Eric Rogers
In this episode of the Utility Safety Podcast, host Kate Wade dives deep into the science of sleep with Dr. Eric Rogers, a performance sleep coach who has trained elite military units like the US Navy SEALs. Designed specifically for the high-hazard utility industry, this conversation reframes…
Advancing Safety: Incident Prevention Explores the Latest in Roadway Protection at American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) 2026!
For utility safety and operations professionals, the intersection of roadside work and live traffic remains one of the highest-risk environments. To stay at the forefront of hazard mitigation, Incident Prevention is on-site in Houston for the ATSSA Annual Convention & Traffic Expo, evaluating t…
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
SPONSORED BY AVIVE
April 15th, 2026 @ 1PM ET
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
Which will include:
- Why having AEDs does not automatically mean being prepared
- Why traditional inspection and oversight models struggle in the field
- Common gaps in both new and long-standing AED programs
- How AED program expectations have changed with mobile and field-based workforces
- Practical considerations for building or modernizing a program without increasing administrative burden
Flight-Ready HEC Solutions
Buckingham offers flight-ready solutions for human external cargo (HEC) applications: the BuckFLIGHT HEC Harness (Non-Step In); Arc Tested Buck Access Tower Harness (Step In); and Arc Tested BuckTech Harness (Non-Step In).
Per FAA Policy Statement PS-AIR-27/29.865, ANSI Z359.11 full-body harnesses are now acceptable for use in HEC applications, providing an alternative to the harness requirements previously defined under FAA TSO-C167.
The BuckFLIGHT HEC Harness (64992) – developed collaboratively by experts who live and breathe safety, flight operations and on-structure work – sets a new standard for HEC performance. Key features include hi-vis webbing color that enhances visibility for pilots during HEC operations; an integrated RFID tag for inspection tracking; and a new HEC tagging system that includes a removable five-year HEC service-life label.
The 61992 Arc Tested Buck Access Tower Harness is the ultimate companion for both tower and fly work, providing exceptional suspension comfort during flight while maintaining the familiar fit and feel of a traditional lineman’s belt.
Lastly, the 68K966K6 Arc Tested BuckTech Harness takes safety and performance to the next level with the superior adaptability, comfort and performance required for both flight- and structure-based operations. https://buckinghammfg.com
Utility Strike Prevention System
Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon, a leader in excavator safety systems, and RodRadar, developer of the field-proven Live Dig Radar (LDR), have announced the industry’s first safety-grade solution for preventing underground utility strikes. The integrated system automatically stops excavator bucket movement when subsurface utilities are detected during active excavation, making RodRadar’s Zero-Strike vision a reality.
RodRadar’s AI-driven LDR digging system uses the first-ever ground-penetrating radar embedded directly in an excavator bucket to detect underground utilities in real t…
Davit Arm Systems
3M DBI-SALA Davit Arm Systems are designed for manhole and confined space entry/retrieval applications. These units are constructed of lightweight materials, including high-strength aluminum. The davit pivots for ease of rescue and has adjustment for overhead clearance restrictions. The lower base adjusts to fit most standard entries. Many other portable and fixed bases are available to suit any jobsite need. www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/dc/v100869192/
Drill-Activated Load Binder
Durabilt Durbin has introduced the all-new DuraTorQ (DTQ) Series, a patent-pending torque drive load binder engineered to redefine efficiency in load securement. Designed for drill activation, the DTQ-12 is compatible with 1/2-inch to 3/8-inch chain, while the DTQ-38 is compatible with 3/8-inch to 5/16-inch chain, delivering fast, controlled tensioning with significantly reduced physical strain.
These binders shift manual force to power-assisted operation, dramatically cutting operator fatigue and shortening loading and unloading times. Each DTQ binder is 100% proof load tested and includes trace codes for enhanced product accountability and tracking. With a focus on productivity and consistency, the DuraTorQ Series allows crews to secure loads faster without sacrificing safety or performance. https://durabiltusa.com
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
SPONSORED BY AVIVE April 15th, 2026 @ 1PM ET
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
Which will include:
Why having AEDs does not automatically mean being prepared
Why traditional inspection and oversight models struggle in the field
Common gaps…
Flight-Ready HEC Solutions
Buckingham offers flight-ready solutions for human external cargo (HEC) applications: the BuckFLIGHT HEC Harness (Non-Step In); Arc Tested Buck Access Tower Harness (Step In); and Arc Tested BuckTech Harness (Non-Step In).
Per FAA Policy Statement PS-AIR-27/29.865, ANSI Z359.11 full-body harness…
Utility Strike Prevention System
Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon, a leader in excavator safety systems, and RodRadar, developer of the field-proven Live Dig Radar (LDR), have announced the industry’s first safety-grade solution for preventing underground utility strikes. The integrated system automatically stops excavator…
Davit Arm Systems
3M DBI-SALA Davit Arm Systems are designed for manhole and confined space entry/retrieval applications. These units are constructed of lightweight materials, including high-strength aluminum. The davit pivots for ease of rescue and has adjustment for overhead clearance restrictions. The lower base…
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
SPONSORED BY AVIVE April 15th, 2026 @ 1PM ET
AED Programs in 2026: From “Do We Need Them?” to “Can We Trust They’ll Work?”
Which will include:
Why having AEDs does not automatically mean being prepared
Why traditional inspection and oversight models struggle in the field
Common gaps…
Flight-Ready HEC Solutions
Buckingham offers flight-ready solutions for human external cargo (HEC) applications: the BuckFLIGHT HEC Harness (Non-Step In); Arc Tested Buck Access Tower Harness (Step In); and Arc Tested BuckTech Harness (Non-Step In).
Per FAA Policy Statement PS-AIR-27/29.865, ANSI Z359.11 full-body harness…
Utility Strike Prevention System
Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon, a leader in excavator safety systems, and RodRadar, developer of the field-proven Live Dig Radar (LDR), have announced the industry’s first safety-grade solution for preventing underground utility strikes. The integrated system automatically stops excavator…
Davit Arm Systems
3M DBI-SALA Davit Arm Systems are designed for manhole and confined space entry/retrieval applications. These units are constructed of lightweight materials, including high-strength aluminum. The davit pivots for ease of rescue and has adjustment for overhead clearance restrictions. The lower base…