The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast

Episode 40 - Converting Parts Per Million (PPM) to mg-M3 in an air sample

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the conversion factor for calculating the mg/M3 to a sample result of Parts Per Million (PPM).  The formulas and the setting up an automated system is discussed.

Episode 39 - Converting mg-M3 to Parts Per Million (PPM)

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the conversion factor for calculating the Parts Per Million (PPM) from a sample result in mg/M3.  The formulas and the setting up an automated system is discussed.

Episode 38 - Negative Attributes of a Safety Audit

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses five negative attributes of safety audits.

Episode 37 - Positive Attributes of Safety Audits

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses five positive attributes of safety audits.

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.