Τα καλύτερα Alertmedia podcast (2024)

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Integrating AI to Improve Organizational Efficiency 28:45

7d ago28:45

28:45

Automation and generative AI can streamline workflows and improve efficiency for corporate intelligence and security functions, especially when it comes to processing large data sets. But AI should be seen as a tool to enhance human capabilities, not replace them. Matt Kish is the Head of Situation and Intelligence Analysis – Corporate Security at …

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Election 2024—What Every Organization Should Know 15:17

21d ago15:17

15:17

With the 2024 U.S. election rapidly approaching, organizations should prepare their people and business for potential disruptions, from heightened security and demonstration activity to disinformation campaigns and personnel disputes. Sara Pratley, SVP of Global Intelligence at AlertMedia, spends countless hours briefing customers and stakeholders …

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Optimizing Your Business Continuity Plan to Strengthen Resilience 24:50

1M ago24:50

24:50

Whether your Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is inherited or created from scratch, it must be practical, efficient, and up to date—not put on the shelf to be ignored. In this episode, Barry Morgeson, Business Continuity Director at Ryan Specialty, draws on his two decades of experience to offer actionable insights and recommendations for crafting a …

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Identifying the Five Crisis Ready Hindrances 22:09

2M ago22:09

22:09

No organization wants to be unprepared for a crisis, but many internal and external obstacles can hinder its ability to manage and respond effectively. If these challenges are not identified and addressed in advance, companies risk damaging their brand and unintentionally conveying the wrong message in an emergency scenario. In today's episode, we'…

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Developing a Comprehensive Security Program with Chime’s Head of Physical Security 21:10

2M ago21:10

21:10

Physical security teams will always be a critical component of organizational risk management, no matter how many technological advances come along. According to today’s guest, the key to developing a successful and scalable physical security program is having the right balance of staff, technology, and external relationships. Chad Bosques is Head …

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Emergency Management Tips From UMass Memorial Medical Center 20:17

3M ago20:17

20:17

Healthcare organizations don't have the option to temporarily pause operations when a crisis occurs. They must maintain, and often increase, their capacity to handle emergencies at a moment’s notice. In this episode, Jarrid Pike, Director of Emergency Management and Preparedness at UMass Memorial Medical Center, discusses how he and his staff rely …

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Insights From Visa’s Senior Director of Global Intelligence 25:04

3M ago25:04

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In a time of “permacrisis,” the complexity of navigating modern threats, from climate change to misinformation campaigns, highlights the necessity of building strong partnerships cross-functionally. In this episode, Mary Hackman, Senior Director of Global Intelligence at Visa, shares best practices in global security and intelligence from her two d…

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Securing the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris 23:47

3M ago23:47

23:47

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris begin July 26, and ensuring safety for athletes and visitors at the world’s largest multi-sport event is no small feat. Today’s guest, Scott Kim, is the Director of the Office of Protection at the Diplomatic Security Service, the agency that helps protect Team U.S.A. during the Olympic Games. Listen in to lear…

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The Impacts of AI on Corporate Intelligence 23:28

4M ago23:28

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Artificial Intelligence is here—and it’s here to stay. But when it comes to safeguarding employees, do the benefits of AI outweigh the risks? Guest host Sara Pratley sits down with Dean Baratta, Group Regional Security Manager at Microsoft, to discuss how AI and large language models can impact the intelligence and security functions at organizatio…

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Best Practices for Scaling and Improving Safety Training in Changing Environments 24:00

5M ago24:00

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Bob Smith has more than twenty years of experience in emergency management and communication roles in both the public and private sectors. He currently serves as Director of Service Assurance and Compliance at GCI Communication Corporation, the largest telecommunications carrier for the state of Alaska Working on large-scale events, including the O…

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Plans, Process, and Practice: Buffalo Bills Athletic Trainer Reflects on Reviving Damar Hamlin 21:05

5M ago21:05

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On January 2, 2023, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field during a road game in Cincinnati. The Bills’ Associate Head Athletic Trainer Denny Kellington quickly determined that Hamlin was experiencing cardiac arrest and worked with an expert team of medical professionals to perform CPR and restore Hamlin’s heartbeat. Hamlin has si…

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How to Streamline Emergency Communications Through a Hurricane 22:48

6M ago22:48

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Hurricane season officially begins June 1, and Colorado State University has predicted a historically active season for 2024. Patrick Forand is a certified incident commander and FEMA instructor and was a contract manager at the Florida Department of Health for more than 16 years. He currently leads emergency management, disaster planning, and resp…

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How to Adopt a Systems Approach to Improving Safety Outcomes 27:56

6M ago27:56

27:56

In today's intensifying threat landscape, organizations must go beyond a check-the-box approach to achieve positive safety outcomes. For Andrew Dingee, pilot, safety expert, and author of Delivering the Right Stuff, an effective safety culture is achieved through a systems approach—that catches human error while preventing blame. In this episode, A…

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How to Improve Your Workplace Violence Prevention Program 23:51

7M ago23:51

23:51

April is Workplace Violence Prevention Month, an important reminder for organizations to pause and analyze their readiness for workplace violence prevention and response. Bryan Strawser is an expert in helping organizations uplevel their workplace violence prevention programs and adapt to stay resilient in the future. His consultancy, Bryghtpath, h…

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Tornado Preparedness Tips From the National Weather Service 22:49

7M ago22:49

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Tornadoes can damage or destroy anything in their path in seconds, leaving lasting impacts. With climate change driving tornado outbreaks year-round, organizations must continually review and update their preparedness and recovery plans. Warning Coordination Meteorologist Jennifer Dunn and her team at the National Weather Service combine forces wit…

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How Frontier Communications Built a Scalable Security Organization 28:09

8M ago28:09

28:09

Throughout his 30+ year career, Bart Brown has led teams of hundreds, securing both the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad and critical national infrastructure. In his current role as Vice President and Chief Security Officer at Frontier Communications, the keys to creating an effective security organization are adaptability, scalability, and automation. List…

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The United Nations on the Rise of Misinformation in a New Era of Global Conflict 28:54

8M ago28:54

28:54

In the two years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, global supply chain disruptions, ballooning inflation, and unpredictable risks to employee safety have left organizations scrambling to adapt. Today, as several global conflicts rage on with no end in sight, a new era of misinformation challenges resilience leaders to rise to a new level of vigil…

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How the Washington Commanders Secure FedExField 24:36

9M ago24:36

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There's nothing like an NFL game day. With 50,000+ people pouring into FedExField, the Washington Commanders rely on the elite coordination and collaboration of Director of Security & Transportation, Matthew Van Norton, to keep fans and staff safe. By partnering with vendors, federal, state, and local officials, and the league itself, Matthew and h…

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Insights From Zillow’s Business Resiliency Manager 19:50

9M ago19:50

19:50

As a remote-first organization with cloud-based headquarters, Zillow maintains its resilience with a 24/7 approach to business continuity and crisis management. Business Resiliency Manager Ryan Williams and his team of two rely on modern tools and technology to ensure any incident – from an app outage to an active threat – gets an immediate and eff…

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The Top Threats to Business Resiliency in 2024 26:38

10M ago26:38

26:38

From natural disasters to the advancement of AI, 2023 saw various disruptive events that impacted business leaders' approach to employee safety, security, and business continuity. As we move further into 2024, trendlines indicate that the global threat landscape will continue to intensify. Sara Pratley, Senior Vice President of Global Intelligence …

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How to Build Security Into the DNA of Your Organization 25:36

10M ago25:36

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Many companies view their corporate security function as a cost center—and miss out on the untapped potential of a robust security culture. In this episode, Wendy Bashnan, Director of Security and Fire Protection at Scout Motors, unpacks insights from her 30-year career—from government security at the U.S. Department of State, NATO, and the Diploma…

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Business Continuity at the World’s Largest Wine and Spirits Distributor 19:56

11M ago19:56

19:56

John Liuzzi built the business continuity program for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits from the ground up. As the world’s largest wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s complex global supply chain makes managing situational intelligence 24/7 an impressive feat. In this episode, John unpacks the keys to a successful business continuity prog…

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Preparing Your People for Large-Scale Event Emergencies 16:00

11M ago16:00

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Large-scale events raise unique safety concerns for organizers and attendees alike. With event emergencies and attacks on the rise globally, organizations should prepare their employees to respond to any large-scale event disruption, from power outages and crowd surges to active shooter threats and natural disasters. Nick Dawe is the Division Chief…

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Air, Land, and Sea: Emergency Response at Stratolaunch 29:03

11M ago29:03

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At Stratolaunch—the company that built the world’s longest aircraft—emergency planning is unique. From coordinating public safety officials to readying rescue operations, the experimental aviation company relies on an emergency response expert with experience at every altitude. Linna Selbrede is the Emergency Response Program Lead with over a decad…

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What’s Working Now in Retail Asset Protection 23:27

11M ago23:27

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With 694 fatalities and $112 billion in losses reported in 2022, retail crime is at an all-time high. And as Black Friday and the holiday shopping season approach, retailers are looking for solutions to ensure a safe and smooth atmosphere for shoppers and employees alike. Khristopher Hamlin is the Vice President of Asset Protection at the Retail In…

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How to Tackle Threats to Business Resiliency in Healthcare 28:10

12M ago28:10

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In the healthcare industry, resiliency is more than ensuring continuity of operations—it’s about protecting the continuity of patient care around the clock. Jonathan Arnburg is the System Senior Director of Public Safety and Emergency Management at Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Jon joined the show to discuss how …

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Training Tips From GoFundMe’s Director of Training & Development 29:18

12M ago29:18

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Safety and security training can feel tedious and dull—but it doesn’t have to be. When organizations prioritize onboarding, training, and development, the entire business and workforce builds resiliency. For Adam Corn, Director of Safety & Security and Training & Development at GoFundMe, the key to a successful training program is making it fun, th…

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Insights from MIT’s Director of Advanced Business Resiliency 21:00

12M ago21:00

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Resilient organizations can weather any crisis and come back stronger. But in today’s intensifying threat landscape, business resiliency requires going above and beyond standard drills and emergency planning. Dr. Steve Goldman, Director of Advanced Business Resiliency at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) discusses lessons learned from…

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The Risks and Rewards of Leveraging AI in Threat Intelligence 20:51

1y ago20:51

20:51

Today, more than 77% of companies are using or exploring the use of AI. With mountains of big data to sift through, organizational security and intelligence professionals are turning to automated solutions to speed up their information gathering and decision-making. AlertMedia’s SVP of Global Intelligence, Sara Pratley, sat down with two intelligen…

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The Texas Rangers on Stadium and Event Security 26:54

1y ago26:54

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For the Texas Rangers Baseball Club, a safe and secure season requires careful planning and coordination of 200+ employees, vendors, contractors, and public safety officials. Donald Paisant is the Senior Director of Event Security & Special Projects for the Texas Rangers. Donald has decades of high-profile sports security experience, from protectin…

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How Technology Drives Business Resilience in the Finance Industry 15:58

1y ago15:58

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Business resilience is essential for major financial institutions responsible for managing customer funds. In an emergency, finance companies must protect their employees and facilities while ensuring their customers’ cash is always accessible. Jeff Dow is Manager of Protection and Resiliency at a major financial organization, after serving as a co…

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How to Build a Ransomware Resilience Plan 24:52

1y ago24:52

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This October marks the 20th anniversary of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Now more than ever, organizations need a plan to face the ever-evolving threat of ransomware attacks. In this episode, Heather Engel, Managing Partner at Strategic Cyber Partners, shares invaluable insights on building an effective ransomware attack response plan and navigati…

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The Anniversary of Hurricane Ian: Kohl’s Reflects on Their Response 23:11

1y ago23:11

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When Hurricane Ian wreaked havoc on the shores of Florida in 2022, Kohl’s mobilized a task force of over 100 corporate leaders, deploying their National Disaster Playbook with precision and compassion. To commemorate the one-year anniversary of the storm, Peter sat down with Stephanie Reissing, Kohl’s Business Continuity Manager, to hear the incred…

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How to Achieve Resiliency Through Strategic Crisis Communication 21:18

1y ago21:18

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Effective communication becomes the linchpin of organizational resilience in times of uncertainty. From weather disruptions to reputational crises, organizations need to master the art of communication when it matters most—before disaster strikes. Julie Kay Roberts is the Founder of the Private Sector Emergency Management Association, which connect…

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The Power of Near-Miss Reporting in Healthcare Safety 19:09

1y ago19:09

19:09

The healthcare industry is currently grappling with a significant staffing shortage, which directly impacts employee safety. For hospitals and care providers overwhelmed by burnout, workplace violence, and other systemic issues, the key to improving their safety culture is near-miss reporting. Heidi Raines is Founder and CEO of Performance Health P…

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How to Leverage Technology and Automation to Improve Physical Security 20:12

1y ago20:12

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In today’s threat landscape, physical security leaders face mounting risks with increasing resource constraints. At Datadog, a SaaS-based data analytics platform, Julius Jayasekaran embraces the lean security model by leveraging technology. As Global Head of Physical Security with decades of experience in security operations, Julius discusses how u…

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How to Predict Human Behavior in a Crisis 33:22

1y ago33:22

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People can be unpredictable, especially in a crisis. Organizations should understand how human behavior can impact emergency response and outcomes and update their plans, policies, and procedures accordingly. Behavioral Scientist and Clinical Psychologist, Steve Crimando, is Founder and Principal of Behavioral Science Applications LLC. He helps org…

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The Do's and Don'ts of an OSHA Inspection 23:10

1y ago23:10

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Knowing what to expect during an OSHA inspection can be a challenge for any organization. With more than 400 pages in OSHA's Field Operations Manual, companies need expert advice to prepare for unexpected visits from an inspector. Michael Rubin is a shareholder and OSHA attorney at Ogletree Deakins. Michael joined the show to explain how to: Prepar…

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Gap Inc. on Active Shooter Preparedness and Response 27:11

1y ago27:11

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There’s no such thing as too much preparation for active shooter events. But what’s the best way to train your people to respond in a real scenario? And how do you support impacted employees if or when it happens at your organization? Chris Nelson, SVP and Head of Asset Protection at Gap Inc., joins the show to answer these questions and explain ho…

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How to Streamline and Implement Enterprise-Level Emergency Plans 16:31

1y ago16:31

16:31

Enterprise-level emergency management requires standardization of local, regional, and company-wide preparedness and response plans. For Kevin Hannes, Vice President of Emergency Management at AccentCare, a delicate balance of repeatable processes and agile implementation combine to ensure staff safety and patient continuity of care. In this episod…

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The U.S. Fire Administrator on Wildfire Risk Resilience 26:02

1y ago26:02

26:02

Nearly one-third of the U.S. population lives in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). These fire-prone areas are a perfect storm of fuel availability, weather conditions, and ignition sources—leaving organizations and communities at serious risk of wildfire. U.S. Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell joined the show to discuss how businesses wit…

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How American Airlines Manages Risk Through “Stractical” Intelligence 21:36

1+ y ago21:36

21:36

With flights circling the globe from Dallas to Tel Aviv to Port-au-Prince, American Airlines operates in zones of significant risk. For Mohammed Baloch, Manager of Geopolitical Risk, strategic and tactical intelligence combine to ensure true risk resilience—an approach they call “stractical” intelligence. Mohammed joins the show to discuss: How str…

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Navigating Uncertainty: Strategies for Business Resiliency 23:28

1+ y ago23:28

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For Andrea Davis, the key to business resiliency is applying lessons learned from past disruptions to continuity planning. As Founder, President, and CEO of The Resiliency Initiative, Andrea draws on her business continuity, crisis management, and resiliency experience at major enterprises to help private and public sector organizations navigate th…

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Extreme Heat: What Organizations Need to Know 15:22

1+ y ago15:22

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Extreme heat can have severe impacts on an organization’s people, facilities, and operations. With 2023 forecast to rival the hottest global year on record, we’re airing a refresher on how to prepare your employees and business to stay safe in the swelter. Paul Yura is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist at the National Weather Service. Paul sha…

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How to Protect and Accommodate Employees With Disabilities 24:14

1+ y ago24:14

24:14

30+ years after the American Disabilities Act, many organizations still struggle with granting reasonable accommodations. Requesting accommodation often forces individuals with disabilities to disclose private health information, putting both employees and employers in uncomfortable positions. This episode features Hannah Olson, Co-Founder and CEO …

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Crisis Communication in California's 2023 Atmospheric Rivers 19:31

1+ y ago19:31

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In early 2023, California experienced multiple atmospheric rivers that dumped 30 trillion gallons of water across the state, causing weeks of widespread flooding, landslides, and power outages. In this episode, Peter sits down with Scott Van Pee, Quality and Risk Project Director at CLA, an advisory firm with several offices affected by the storms.…

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The Power of Leadership in Shaping Safety Culture 26:38

1+ y ago26:38

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Organizations with strong safety cultures achieve better safety outcomes—but building and maintaining a great safety culture is no easy feat. So how should organizations approach it? And what is a leader's role in creating it? Marcia Kay Thompson, Esq. is a former intelligence analyst at the DEA, a celebrated civil rights attorney, U.S. Capitol omb…

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How to Mitigate the Risks of Psychosocial Hazards 22:35

1+ y ago22:35

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Psychosocial hazards are factors in the workplace environment that can affect an individual's mental and social well-being. Things like poor working relationships, lack of role clarity, inadequate rewards or recognition, and traumatic events are potentially hazardous to employees. Dr. I. David Daniels is the President and CEO of ID2 Solutions and h…

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Plastipak’s Strategies for Preventing Serious Injuries and Fatalities 22:56

1+ y ago22:56

22:56

Accidents happen, but workplace incidents shouldn’t cost life or limb for employees. For Mark Jones, the key to reducing serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) is building a capacity to fail safely. Mark is the EHS Director at Plastipak, a packaging and recycling leader with more than 50 sites worldwide. Mark instituted a culture of transparent dia…

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After the Accident: The Lifelong Impacts of a Workplace Fall 16:53

1+ y ago16:53

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June is National Safety Month, so we’re sharing a special two-part series on preventing serious injuries and fatalities in the workplace. In part one, Laurel and Russ Youngstrom, Co-Owners of Youngstrom Safety, share their deeply personal story of how a serious workplace injury changed everything. Laurel and Russ have dedicated their lives to speak…

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