The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast

Episode 60 - Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Safety

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the hazards of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and how to sample the atmosphere for it.  Dr. Ayers also discusses hydrogen sulfide (H2S) permissible exposure levels along with control measures.

Episode 59 - Dr. Drew Hinton - What makes a great Occupational Safety Trainer

In today's episode, Dr. Drew and I discuss the aspects of being a great Occupational Safety Trainer.  Dr. Drew goes into great detail to also discuss the nuisances of training and stresses a hands-on approach. 

Episode 58 - Trade Secrets for Process Safety Management

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses trade secrets when performing a process hazard analysis, writing operating procedures and training, emergency response and planning along with compliance audits.

Episode 57 - Compliance Audits for Process Safety Management

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers covers compliance audits for process safety management.  The reasons why to conduct the compliance audit every 3 years along with forming a team to look at all areas of the process.

Episode 56 - Emergency Planning and Response for Process Safety Management

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the requirements for emergency planning and response when PSM quantity chemicals are exceeded.  Dr. Ayers discusses how the same requirements should be followed regardless of the chemical quantities found at the workplace.

Episode 55 - Incident Investigations for Process Safety Management

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the must haves with investigating incidents involving process safety management.  The incident investigation must occur if there was an incident or potential to have a catastrophic release of highly hazardous chemicals.

Episode 54 - Management of Change for Process Safety Management

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the management of change process/procedure.  Exact replacement such as motors, pumps, chemicals, etc., do not have to go through the process, only new type of the same equipment/chemicals.

Episode 53 - Hot Work Permits for Process Safety Management

In todays' episode, Dr. Ayers discusses hot work permits and Process Safety Management.  The permit system and best industry practices from NFPA 51B are discussed.

Episode 52 - Mechanical Integrity for Process Safety Management (PSM)

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the importance of mechanical integrity along with following the manufacturers recommendation on the safe use of equipment (process vessels, storage tanks, valves, pumps, motors, etc.).  The importance of following good engineering design standards is discussed.

Episode 51 - Pre-Startup Safety Review for Process Safety Management (PSM)

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers covers performing a pre-startup safety review.  This is for new and substantially modified processes.  The requirements are covered along with when the section is appliable.