Send us a text Can resilience be the secret ingredient that transforms an organization's safety culture? Flip your thinking of human factors from human error to the positive aspects with things like intelligence, creativity, adaptability, and empathy. This discussion highlights the significance of fostering resilience, enabling businesses to respon…

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to benefitting from the SafeLead Refresher course. Learn how to rejuvenate your leadership approach to human factors. With any new skill set, you get a lot of tools to go in your toolbox. The SafeLead Refresher course brings all of the tools out of the toolbox to ensure they're being used to their full potential. T…

Send us a text Discover how intelligence, creativity, and adaptability can redefine your organization’s approach to safety and performance. Learn why resilience is crucial for bouncing back from setbacks and preventing them in the first place. These principles are universally relevant, whether you're leading a team or simply looking to enhance your…

Send us a text How do effective touchpoint management strategies impact SafeLead (and even SafeStart)? Delve into the art of intentional communication and the need to schedule these crucial interactions—learn the benefits of these touchpoints and the pitfalls of not having these touchpoints. You'll also get a list of resources that can help. Host: …

Send us a text Have you ever consciously prevented an injury from happening? Our Story Series continues as Renée recounts a day that she was working on her habits and her common near miss in the office did not become a serious injury as a result of her new habit. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Renée Metherel…

Send us a text Have you ever found yourself on autopilot during your daily routine? Accept our invitation to recognize and combat complacency, which could have far-reaching consequences in our lives. Host: Tim Page-Botorff Guest: Yvonne WallaceSafeStart

Send us a text What if traditional safety strategies are failing to prevent serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs)? Join us as we chat with experts about situational precursors in risk management. Learn how leaders can manage human elements—especially during unplanned or emergency situations—and discover the importance of preparedness in high-press…

Send us a text What if the secret to a safer workplace lies in happiness? Join us for a compelling discussion with Rodd Wagner, a New York Times bestselling author and executive advisor to Safestart, as we challenge the conventional wisdom that disengaged workers are naturally more self-preserving. We highlight the importance of adhering to ISO 450…

Send us a text Our Stories Series continues with Performance Errors. Sometimes the mistakes cost us time and money but in this case, it could cost you much more. Danny Smith: Host Shayne Arnaud: GuestSafeStart

Send us a text Embedding SafeStart into the organizational DNA takes leadership focusing the concept of "white space." In this episode practical tools for sustaining momentum and avoiding the "flavor of the month" syndrome, Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Chris RossSafeStart

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to maintaining safety in a world with dwindling attention spans. Discover how SafeChat can seamlessly integrate into your safety briefings, whether at work, home or on the road, to foster an environment where safety is prioritized naturally. Host: Danny Smith https://safestart.com/news/the-ultimate-guide-to-safety-…

Send us a text Discover the essential strategies for onboarding new hires, contractors, and visitors with SafeStart. Learn why timing is crucial in introducing SafeStart concepts. You can't afford to miss this game-changer in easing new hires into the safety methodology. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Amy Hutchinson https://www.buzzsprout.com/10324…

Send us a text Cooler weather has wildlife on the move underscoring the critical need for driver awareness and the application of SafeStart principles on the open road. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Joe TanarelliSafeStart

Send us a text Discover why Psychological Safety is the foundation of high-performing teams. We dive into how the best teams are those where people feel secure enough to share ideas openly without fear of ridicule. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Rosa Antonia CarilloSafeStart

Send us a text The Story Series continues with SafeStart Client Success Manager Amy Hutchinson talking about a back-to-school moment with her college-bound son. Have you ever encountered a situation when everything seems to go wrong, and you're pushed to the edge? If so, you'll love this episode. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Amy Hutchinson…

Send us a text Does your company have the essential elements of an effective Stop Work Authority (SWA)? Learn valuable insights on building a supportive safety culture where every team member feels confident exercising their SWA rights and responsibilities. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Pete BatrownySafeStart

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to revolutionizing your safety practices at work and everyday life, turning your JSAs/JHAs into a 24-hour mindset! Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Pete BatrownySafeStart

Send us a text Ever wonder how small, personal observations can lead to massive safety improvements? Today on SafeTalk with SafeStart turning most of your team into an army of risk identifiers making your facility safer for all. Host: Danny Smith https://safetalk.buzzsprout.com/1032442/8198426-s3ep10-safestart-s-individual-organizational-learning-l…

Send us a text As SafeStart turns 25, we share what we've learned in the last quarter of a century and the solutions we've developed to those challenges. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Matt HallSafeStart

Send us a text When the training is done, the role of the trainer has just begun. Danny explains in this episode that every SafeStart Champion must hear. Host: Danny Smith https://safetalk.buzzsprout.com/1032442/4151828-s1ep9-steering-committees-with-dennis-carnrike?t=0SafeStart

Send us a text Now that summer is here, it's time to take our SafeStart skills on the water. Join Captain Danny and Captain Keith as they embark on ensuring safe passage this boating season. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Keith Carpenter http://www.americasboatingcourse.com/lawsbystate.cfm https://canadaboatsafety.com/?msclkid=af56ab55deaf12e22c18cd0529d…

Send us a text Navigating the scorching summer heat can be a matter of life and death. That's why Tim gets right down to the nitty-gritty of heat-related illnesses and arms you with knowledge that could save lives. From the sudden onslaught of heat stroke to the grueling symptoms that can catch anyone off-guard, this episode is an urgent call to ac…

Send us a text Every trainer knows the feeling of weariness that can set in after countless safety sessions. Imagine if someone tells you that your session saved their lives. That isn't just a pick-me-up—it's an affirmation of the lifesaving potential we harness every time we stand up to teach. Share this with your colleagues and remember: every st…

Send us a text Larry Pearlman steps into the Consultant Spotlight as the newest team member to discuss what he's learned from SafeStart. He also shares his thoughts on just culture, and how people are the solution, not the problem. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Larry PearlmanSafeStart

Send us a text Ever found yourself chuckling after a near-miss that could've turned sour? Imagine realizing that the key to safety might just be a mental 'nudge' you give yourself, at the right time. Discover how to master this lifesaving self-triggering technique, all while enjoying a good chuckle at life's quirky teaching moments. Host: Tim Page-…

Send us a text Discover the transformative power of a safety-first mindset and how fostering a 'zero harm for all' culture isn't confined to the workplace—it's a life philosophy. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: George IrvingSafeStart

Send us a text Have you ever faced a task that spiraled into a series of errors, leaving you to wonder where things went wrong? This episode peels back the layers of our subconscious mind's role in safety and how frustration and unmet expectations can lead to critical mistakes. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Keith Ausborne…

Send us a text It's not just smartphones that lure our attention away from driving, it's also the design of our vehicles and our brains working against us that cause us to be distracted. Danny sits down with the President & CEO of the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) to discuss. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Robyn Robertson…

Send us a text Ever wondered how a single leader's actions can ripple through an entire company, elevating safety and morale? That's the power of Active Leadership! We cap off our Safe Start Success series with a celebration of leadership that not only preaches safety but practices it with fervor. Episode 6 of 6 discussing Safety Climate Success Fa…

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to a robust safety culture with Tim Page Bottorff and Chris Ross, as we discuss the transformative power of personal commitment in the workplace. Episode 5 of 6 discussing Safety Climate Success Factors. Host: Tim Page Bottorff Guest: Chris Ross https://safestart.com/file/idclip/ https://safetalk.buzzsprout.com/103…

Send us a text The SafeStart Forum (a more user-centric event than the SafeStart Human Factors Conference) will open with the legendary Captain Michael Abrashoff as the day one keynote speaker. Hear a quick snippet of how the sailors on the ship he was captain of were empowered to take ownership and accountability for their own success and the tran…

Send us a text Have you ever had a near miss at work and felt a surge of relief, only to be plagued by a fear of blame or embarrassment? This is episode 4 of 6 in our series discussing Safety Climate Success Factors and it demystifies the importance of reporting and learning from close calls. Episode 4 of 6 discussing Safety Climate Success Factors…

Send us a text Ever wonder how trust and engagement can make or break a safety climate? Danny sits down with the paper's co-author and SafeStart Executive Advisor Pete Batrowny to discuss trust and engagement. This is episode 3 of 6 in our series discussing Safety Climate Success Factors. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Pete Batrowny https://safestart.com…

Send us a text Tim has a conversation with two clients from Novalex about the second Safety Climate Success Factor "Fresh Eyes." Their fresh perspective may change the way you "see" things. This is episode 2 of 6 in our series discussing Safety Climate Success Factors. Episode 2 of 6 discussing Safety Climate Success Factors. Host: Tim Page-Bottorf…

Send us a text What happens when human factors and workplace safety cross paths? This episode will answer that question by exploring a "No Blame Mindset" and how it can lead to a stronger safety culture. Episode 1 of 6 discussing Safety Climate Success Factors. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Leigh-Ann Stewart https://safestart.com/file/idclip/ https://ww…

Send us a text The latest white paper from SafeStart will help you navigate the complex matrix of human factors. Hear how you can use it to shape decisions, actions, and ultimately the safety climate of your organization. Host: Danny Smith Guests: Dr. Pandora Bryce, Pete Batrowny https://safestart.com/file/idclip/…

Send us a text With a 50-year history, it's hard to think about how little people know about implementing BBS properly. In this episode, Danny and Shayne glean insights on blending SafeStart solutions and behavior-based safety to create a positive safety culture at your workplace. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Shayne Arnaud…

Send us a text This SafeStart Story Series episode may be of particular interest to DIYers and weekend warriors. Danny recounts a deck construction project that quite literally went downhill—see if you can identify all of the states and errors leading up to this incident and identify and CERTS that could have prevented it. Host: Danny Smith…

Send us a text In this SafeStart story series, Danny retells a story heard at a leadership session from a man who witnessed a group of young people on the bed of a pickup truck smashing beer bottles on the road while he was driving behind them and details the incident that happened when he tried to alert the driver to get them to stop. Host: Danny …

Send us a text Episode's Show Notes: Have you ever wondered how a company can create a positive safety culture that not only ensures the well-being of its employees but also brings significant changes in its recordable incidents rate? Hear about Standard Aero's impressive journey of cultural transformation, resulting in a drop of recordables from 3…

Send us a text Not many people are thinking about safety while they're on vacation—luckily for one traveler, they were on board a cruise ship with SafeStart Consultant Deric Ostrum. Hear him recall how he prevented an incident for someone else on a cruise ship and what you can learn from this near miss. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Deric Ostrum…

Send us a text The SafeStart Story Series continues with a bit of a twist—it starts by giving you the Critical Error Reduction Techniques (CERTs) along with a vivid off-the-job near-miss story before pausing for discussion and coming back to identify the states and errors involved. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Cindy Wilson…

Send us a text What if you could supercharge your ability as a safety professional by refining your soft skills? That's what we're dissecting in this episode of SafeTalk with SafeStart. We're laying out the red carpet for empathy, storytelling, and consistency, taking apart what these skills entail, their significance, and practical ways to fine-tu…

Send us a text What do you need to know while dropping your child off at school? How should you navigate through the minefield of school zones? We'll guide you through these questions, referencing research from the National Safety Council, as we explore the unseen perils in school areas and around school buses. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff…

Send us a text What really leads to a fatal road accident? Could it be something as common as fatigue? This episode of Safe Talk with Safe Start is a gripping exploration of a tragic real-life automobile accident, where a family lost their lives on a routine journey home. Hosts: Danny Smith and Tim Page-Bottorff https://safestart.box.com/s/pj8706zg…

Send us a text Those seeking the key to a safer, more productive work environment know that it lies not just in your hands, but in those of the employees around you. In this insightful episode with Danny Smith, he delves into a powerful real-life example from a Japanese auto manufacturer that illustrates the transformative power of the individual l…

Send us a text Have you ever had a gut feeling that something isn't quite right and ignored it? That's exactly how Mike found himself with a dislocated and broken neck and paralyzed from the neck down. Join us to hear how his personal journey to recovery has shaped his understanding of risk-taking, human error, and complacency. Host: Danny Smith Gu…

Send us a text Every so often, you come across an individual who leaves a lasting impact. John takes us through his remarkable journey, from leading Scot Forge to becoming the first forging company to be accepted into OSHA's Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP), to being named one of the 50 people who most influenced EHS in 2014-…

Send us a text The chances of fatality in a motorcycle crash are approximately 30 times higher than in a car accident. But that doesn't have to be a hard and fast rule. SafeStart's resident motorcycle expert Michael Blandford provides safety tips for motorcycle riders and those who share the road with them. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Michael Bl…

Send us a text Struggling with the challenge of introducing SafeStart concepts to Contractors and Subcontractors? This episode has got you covered! Join us as we sit down with fellow consultant Leigh-Ann Stewart, who shares her insights on the importance of communication and our moral obligation to protect all workers, regardless of their status. H…