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178: Rethinking SAFETY Culture w/Rob Bartlett
04/11/2024
178: Rethinking SAFETY Culture w/Rob Bartlett
Get the NEW Book ""! In this episode, talks his book, Rethinking SAFETY Culture, with on the There is a lot that we can learn in the general industry from the PSM world. Please listen to this episode and share it with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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177: Eye Wash or Eye Rinse? w/Kyle Domin
04/04/2024
177: Eye Wash or Eye Rinse? w/Kyle Domin
Get the Book "" Today! In this episode, talks with fellow safety professional, about the differences between eye wash stations, portable eye wash units, and eye rinse bottles. Please listen to this episode and share it with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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176: Rethinking SAFETY Communications Book Launch
04/01/2024
176: Rethinking SAFETY Communications Book Launch
Get the Book "" Today! In this episode, talks about the new book, and read the section, Why a Communications Strategy Matters. Please listen to this episode and share it with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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175: Professional Development w/Alex Paradies
03/15/2024
175: Professional Development w/Alex Paradies
Get the Book Today! In this episode, Blaine talks with from about the importance of continual professional (and personal) development. Be sure to visit the 2024 Global TapRooT® Summit information page: Please listen to this episode and share it with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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174: Better Audits & Inspections w/Kyle Domin
01/04/2024
174: Better Audits & Inspections w/Kyle Domin
Get the Book Today! In this episode, talks with fellow safety professional, about conducting better audits and inspections. Based on a past article we wrote over on the about crafting better audit/inspection questions, you will hear tips to help you improve these activities overall. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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173: NFPA 70E Updates w/Drew Hinton
12/07/2023
173: NFPA 70E Updates w/Drew Hinton
Get the Book Today! In this episode, the President of , , joins us from the 2023 VPPPA Safety+ Symposium in Orlando to discuss the latest NFPA 70E updates. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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172: How Complacency Works w/Alex Paradies
10/03/2023
172: How Complacency Works w/Alex Paradies
Get the Book Today! In this episode, we talk with from ® about complacency regarding workplace incidents and what managers can do about it! Get the Book Today! Get the book that busts the "safety culture" myth and emphasizes defining clear roles and responsibilities to align safety initiatives with operational tasks. Explore how safety standard work can be effectively integrated into daily routines, fostering a collective commitment to safety from top to bottom. As well as how to measure your success. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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171: Announcement - The Book "Rethinking SAFETY Culture" Now Available
08/28/2023
171: Announcement - The Book "Rethinking SAFETY Culture" Now Available
Get the Book Today! Get the Book Today! Get the book that busts the "safety culture" myth and emphasizes defining clear roles and responsibilities to align safety initiatives with operational tasks. Explore how safety standard work can be effectively integrated into daily routines, fostering a collective commitment to safety from top to bottom. As well as how to measure your success. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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170: Using a Cognitive Interview Technique for Safety Incidents
07/06/2023
170: Using a Cognitive Interview Technique for Safety Incidents
Workplace incidents are never something that employers and employees look forward to experiencing. However, they do happen, and it's important for everyone involved to understand what happened and how it happened, which will require you to interview those involved in the incident. So it stands to reason you will want to ask the right questions correctly to elicit the most accurate information possible. A cognitive interview technique is one of the most effective ways to do this. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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169: Firefighter Building Marking System w/Drew Hinton
05/26/2023
169: Firefighter Building Marking System w/Drew Hinton
President of , , joins us to discuss the Firefighter Building Marking system. Firefighters must have standardized building markings in place to ensure their safety and the safety of those they are trying to rescue. This cannot be overstated, as it can mean the difference between life and death in emergencies. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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168: Preserve Hearing & Communications w/Nick Morrill
05/02/2023
168: Preserve Hearing & Communications w/Nick Morrill
In this episode, we talk with from about a common misconception when it comes to hearing protection at work. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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167: Safety + Media = Narrative?
04/07/2023
167: Safety + Media = Narrative?
In this episode, we talk with our good friend, , President of , about media coverage of workplace safety and how narratives can help and hurt workplace safety efforts. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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166: Biases in Incident Deep Dives w/Alexander Paradies
03/30/2023
166: Biases in Incident Deep Dives w/Alexander Paradies
In this episode, we talk with from ® about things that can cloud our ability to see real problems in our processes and even comprehend "risky" situations and project what might happen. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Visit for all of your facility marking needs. Order your free sample of floor tape TODAY! Visit for all of your safety service needs. Remember to mention we sent you to get 25% off your estimate!
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165: The Evolving Injury Prevention Field w/Lori Frederic
01/09/2023
165: The Evolving Injury Prevention Field w/Lori Frederic
In this episode, Lori Frederic, from , the ever-evolving injury prevention profession. Listen up, safety pros; this is good information as you look for a service provider in this industry. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. ** for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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164: What is Safety Training? w/Drew Hinton
12/02/2022
164: What is Safety Training? w/Drew Hinton
In this episode, we talk about safety training with our good friend, , President of . The discussion includes some interesting aspects of safety training, some OSHA interpretations, and what it means to be a "qualified" trainer. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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163: Normalization of Deviation w/Alex Paradies
10/21/2022
163: Normalization of Deviation w/Alex Paradies
In this episode, I talk to from about making the shift from normalization of deviation toward normalizing excellence! Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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162: Should We Bend & Twist? w/Lori Frederic
09/25/2022
162: Should We Bend & Twist? w/Lori Frederic
In her sixth appearance on the podcast, Lori Frederic talks about conditioning ourselves for the movements we can expect to engage in throughout the day. Be sure to visit to learn more about Fit Stop resources. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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161: Occupational Safety & Health Degrees at CSU w/Paul Radke
09/25/2022
161: Occupational Safety & Health Degrees at CSU w/Paul Radke
In this episode, we talk with Paul Radke, from about Occupational Safety & Health degree programs and Blaine's educational journey with . Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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160: Visualizing a Safer Workplace w/Doug Pontsler
09/25/2022
160: Visualizing a Safer Workplace w/Doug Pontsler
In this episode, we talk with Doug Pontsler about how the Center of Visual Expertise (COVE) is helping workers visualize their workplaces better. Visit the COVE website to learn more: Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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159: Mask Efficacy & COVID-19 w/Stephen Petty, CIH
08/18/2022
159: Mask Efficacy & COVID-19 w/Stephen Petty, CIH
In this episode, we talk with Stephen Petty, CIH, about the true efficacy of masks as it relates to the prevention of COVID-19 transmission. Stephen Petty, a certified industrial hygienist, safety professional, and engineer with 45 years of experience in the field, is one of the top testifying experts on personal protective equipment (PPE) and exposure control in the country. WARNING: This episode gets into topics that are still not widely discussed openly and honestly. Let's just say the video may not make it to YouTube, and we are ok with that. **Premium Community members, check the comments section for links to relevant materials referenced in this episode.** Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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158: Why Situational Awareness Cannot be a Root Cause w/Alex Paradies
07/28/2022
158: Why Situational Awareness Cannot be a Root Cause w/Alex Paradies
Is a lack of situational awareness a root cause? The short answer is no. However, I am sure you want some evidence. So, let's talk with from to learn more. Check out this article on their website: Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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157: 3 OSHA Law Tips from Veteran OSHA Attorney Phillip B. Russell
07/28/2022
157: 3 OSHA Law Tips from Veteran OSHA Attorney Phillip B. Russell
In this episode, we talk with Phillip B. Russell about three OSHA law tips safety pros misunderstand or don't know about! We also get into some OSHA law history and other interesting facts. NOTE: Premium members - check out the BONUS HOUR video on the Community Site where Phillip drops TWO and a , just for you! Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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156: Talking VPPPA w/Chairperson, Terry Schulte
07/15/2022
156: Talking VPPPA w/Chairperson, Terry Schulte
In this episode, talks to Chairperson Terry Schulte about the early days of VPP, busting VPP myths, and the advantages of being a part of the community. Check out the National Safety+ Symposium in Washington, DC, August 23-25, 2022. Click here to register: Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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EP 155: H&OP 101 W/Sam Goodman
07/08/2022
EP 155: H&OP 101 W/Sam Goodman
In this episode, I talk to the himself, ! We get into all sorts of good organizational safety stuff, but also H&OP 101 - it all starts with the basics. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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EP 154: Warehouse Safety Tips w/Wes Wyatt from Mighty Line
07/01/2022
EP 154: Warehouse Safety Tips w/Wes Wyatt from Mighty Line
In this special episode, we are highlighting our incredible partner in safety, . shares some practical tips to help keep your facilities safer. You can catch their weekly warehouse safety tips . Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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EP 153: Precursor Incidents w/Alexander Paradies
06/17/2022
EP 153: Precursor Incidents w/Alexander Paradies
In this episode, I speak to from System Improvements, Inc., also known as The Folks, about precursor incidents. Do we need to deep dive into ALL of them? How do we know? All of this and more in this episode. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Become a **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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EP 152: How Crappy Lifts Happen w/Lori Frederic
06/04/2022
EP 152: How Crappy Lifts Happen w/Lori Frederic
In this episode, takes over the podcast while Blaine is traveling. She discusses how crappy lifts happen, and what to do about them. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Become a **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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151: The Gap Between Early Discomfort & Injury w/Lori Frederic
05/13/2022
151: The Gap Between Early Discomfort & Injury w/Lori Frederic
In this episode we talk to the one and only , also known as the ! We catch up on all the things going on with her and she dives into what we safety pros can do to intervene early in order to prevent worker injuries. As a matter of fact, we talk about a lot of common issues with our industry in this episode! Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Become a **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs**
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150: Human Error with Mark Paradies from TapRooT®
04/06/2022
150: Human Error with Mark Paradies from TapRooT®
In this episode, I talk to , CEO of System Improvements, Inc. Also known as The Folks! Be sure to check out their site! We discuss human error as a root cause, and what businesses can do to better prepare their leaders for root cause analysis. We even get into how important precursor incidents (near misses) are to safety performance. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, and direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro. Become a **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs** **Be sure to visit for onsite injury prevention services.**
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149: Smash-and-Grab Robberies and Worker Safety
03/11/2022
149: Smash-and-Grab Robberies and Worker Safety
We recorded this panel discussion LAST YEAR over on the site, early on a Saturday morning. We had a host of technical difficulties due to storms in my area as did Shawn. It was for that reason I felt the quality was not up to par for release to the community. But, after some thought, and prodding by a few panel members, I figured what the heck; let's let it rip! It happens, but I still feel like we covered a lot of ground here. Please listen and share this episode with others. If you want to go more in-depth on this and other topics - become a member (FREE to join). Premium Community members can access exclusive content like episode videos, video courses, templates/downloads, participate in live streams, direct message/live chat with the Safety Pro - become a **Visit for all of your floor marking and facility sign needs** **Be sure to visit for onsite injury prevention services.**
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