The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast

Episode 16 - Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) Removal Steps

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the 5-step process for removal the lockout/tagout equipment after servicing or maintenance has been performed on machinery. A scenario is covered where the authorized employee who applied the LOTO is not available and the steps to take to notify the authorized employee and remove their lockout/tagout equipment.

Episode 15 - Lockout-Tagout - Forms of Hazardous Energy

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers covers the forms of hazardous energy associated with implementing Lockout/Tagout on machinery being serviced.   Many practical examples are provided.

Episode 14 - Lockout/Tagout Employee Classifications

In this short episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the three employee classifications associated with the lockout/tagout standard, more formally known as the Control of Hazardous Energy. The three employee classifications are affected, authorized and other. After the presentation, three scenarios are covered to help show the employee classifications.

Episode 13 - Chemical Routes of Exposure

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the four routes of chemical exposure: inhalation, ingestion, injection and skin absorption.

Episode 12 - Safety Data Sheets - Section 4

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses section 4 Fire-Aid Measures of the standard 16-section Safety Data Sheet (SDS). A few practical examples are given covering common chemicals found in the workplace.

Episode 11 - Chemical Exposure Limits

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses chemical exposure limits. The OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL), NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limit (REL) and the ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) are discussed. The differences between the different groups along with the legally enforceable PEL are discussed. Practical examples are given on the differences between the groups. Always strive to use the most conservative chemical exposure limit, it's all about the people.

Episode 10 - Hazardous Chemical Classifications - Pictograms

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers the Hazardous Chemical Classifications found on the standard 16 section Safety Data Sheet (SDS).  These are basically the pictograms to help visually identify a hazardous chemical.

Episode 9 - Safety Data Sheets - Physical and Chemical Properties

In this short episode, section 9 of the standard 16 section Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is covered.   It's very important to teach employees how to read and understand an SDS so they understand how to safely handle chemicals.

Episode 8 - Dr. Drew Hinton - Part 1 (CBT in the workplace)

Today Drew and I discuss CBT and its prevalence in the workplace.  Please catch Drew on LinkedIn for more information or call 1-270-670-4718.

Episode 7 - Tom Cecich - Part 1

Tom is a true titan in the field of safety.  Tom and I discuss how to executives on board with safety. A couple of stories are shared along with some practical examples to help the safety professional.  Please email Tom@tfc-assoc.com or call 919-601-5224.