The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast

Episode 36 - 6 Common Pitfalls of Safety Inspections

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses 6 common pitfalls of safety inspections.  I've made all 6 of these at some point, please profit from my pain and avoid these pitfalls.

Episode 35 - Safety footwear testing - steel or composite toe

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discuss the testing standard for safety footwear.  Whether steel or composite toe, the same standards apply.  An overview of ASTM F2413 is discussed.

Episode 34 - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessments

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the reasons why to perform a PPE hazard assessment.  Additionally, the steps used to perform a hazard assessment are discussed.

Episode 33 - Hard Hat Testing Standards

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses hard hat testing standards.  ANSI Z89.1 is discussed in detail and the Canadian, European and Australia/New Zealand standard are mentioned but not discussed in detail.  Dr. Ayers also performed a simple internet search hard hats and have found that some do not list that they were tested to any standard.  Buyer Beware.

Episode 32 - Exploring Hard Hat Expiration Dates

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers explores hard hat expiration dates.  3 companies are benchmarked on their hard hat expiration dates.  Other factors that require hard hat replacement are also covered to include chemical exposure and impact/wear.

Episode 31 - Safety Hazards of PLA Plastics in 3D Printing

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the safety hazards of 3D printing with ABS plastics.  3D printers are found in many workplaces and are common in the home now. PLA (Polylactic Acid) is a biodegradable and commonly used material in 3D printing. It is generally considered to be a safer option compared to other materials like ABS.

Episode 30 - Safety Hazard of ABS Plastics in 3D Printing

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the safety hazards of 3D printing with ABS plastics.  3D printers are found in many workplaces and are common in the home now.  ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a common thermoplastic used in 3D printing.  ABS emits styrene fumes, which have been classified as a possible carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). 

Episode 29 - Safety Hazards of 3D Printing

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the safety hazards of 3D printing.  3D printers are found in many workplaces and are common in the home now.  5 common hazards with 3D printers are discussed.

Episode 28 - Safety Training Needs Assessment - Part 3 of 3

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the reasons to conduct a safety training needs assessment.  A 6-step process is introduced; steps 4-6 are broken down to help safety professionals implement this process.  A wrap up of the 6-step is then discussed. This is part 3 of a 3-part series.

Episode 27 - Safety Training Needs Assessment - Part 2 of 3

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the reasons to conduct a safety training needs assessment.  A 6-step process is introduced; steps 1-3 are broken down to help safety professionals implement this process.  This is part 2 of a 3-part series.