Portage County Safety Council Podcast

[OSC25 Preview] Psychosocial Hazards – The Silent Killer

Episode 301: Martin Franchi & Shelly Meadows, Co-Founders of Navigation Consulting & Training, joined us to talk about the importance of mental health and psychological safety at work. They will be presenting on this topic at the 2025 Ohio Safety Congress in April at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

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For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Martin & Shelly, visit their website at: https://navct.ca/

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

[OSC25 Preview] Influencing Without Direct Authority

Episode 300: Merle Heckman, a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, joined us to talk about the importance of relationships when it comes to leadership & safety. He will be presenting on this topic at the 2025 Ohio Safety Congress in April at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

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For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Merle, visit his LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merleheckman/

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

[OSC25 Preview] Why Transportation Safety Matters in the Workplace

Episode 299: Tracy LeMaire, Mobility Safety Program Manager at the National Safety Council, joined us to talk about the importance of transportation safety at work. She will be presenting on this topic at the 2025 Ohio Safety Congress in April at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Now available on your favorite podcast app!

For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Tracy, visit her LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-lemaire-2625b6a/

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

[OSC25 Preview] Buried Alive: A Trench Collapse Survivor’s Lessons

Episode 298: Joe Tantarelli, owner of Trinity Safety Consulting, joined us to share about what he learned from surviving a tragic trench collapse. He will be presenting on this topic at the 2025 Ohio Safety Congress in April at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Now available on your favorite podcast app!

For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Joe, visit his LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-tantarelli-232a812a/

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

[OSC25 Preview] Lithium-Ion Battery Emergencies

Episode 297: Nick Zamiska, President & Senior Instructor at Bad Day Training & Consulting, joined us to chat about Lithium-ion battery emergencies. He will be presenting on this topic at the 2025 Ohio Safety Congress in April at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Now available on your favorite podcast app!

For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Nick, visit his website at: https://baddaytraining.com/

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

[OSC25 Preview] Leading the Charge: It’s more than OSHA knowledge!

Episode 296: Dianne Grote Adams, President of Safex, Inc., joined us to provide a preview of her 2025 Ohio Safety Congress presentation entitled, Leading the Charge: It’s more than OSHA knowledge!

Now available on your favorite podcast app!

For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Dianne, visit her website at: https://www.safex.us/

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

[OSC25 Preview] Emotionally Healthy Leader

Episode 295: Gary Fowler, Executive Coach at Orange Diamond Safety, joined us to provide a preview of his 2025 Ohio Safety Congress presentation entitled, Emotionally Healthy Leader.

Now available on your favorite podcast app!

For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Gary, visit his website at: https://www.thegaryfowler.com/

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

[OSC25 Preview] Self-Care Training

Episode 294: Steven Click, Director at the Ohio Office of First Responder Wellness, joined us to provide a preview of his 2025 Ohio Safety Congress presentation.

Now available on your favorite podcast app!

For more info on OSC25, visit the website at: https://www.ohiosafetycongress.com/

To learn more about Steven and his program, visit its website at: https://publicsafety.ohio.gov/what-we-do/our-programs/office-of-first-responder-wellness

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

Turning Challenges Into Success: How KEP is Refocusing on Safety to Strengthen Their Programs

Episode 293: In this episode, Renee Onesti from Ken Elastomer Products joined us to discuss effective strategies for maintaining a sustainable safety program in the manufacturing industry.

Renee shares her extensive experience, spanning over 25 years, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing safety as an ongoing journey rather than a one-time achievement. She highlights the significance of updating safety documents, job descriptions, and equipment modifications to keep up with changes in the business environment.

The conversation also delves into the challenges posed by employee turnover and the need for continuous training and enthusiasm to maintain a strong safety culture. Renee offers practical advice and encourages leveraging resources like the BWC and the Safety Council for support and knowledge sharing.

Join us for an insightful discussion on how to overcome common safety challenges and ensure a safe and productive workplace. Don't miss out on Renee's valuable tips and success stories!

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/

How Miller Transfer & Rigging Reduced Accidents By 40% In One Year!

Episode 292: In this episode, Nick Coia from the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation is joined by Diane Conner, Safety Manager at Miller Transfer and Rigging, and the 2024 Safety Improvement Award winner.

Diane shares her journey of transforming the safety culture at Miller Transfer and Rigging over the past two years. Learn about her strategies for building a collaborative and accountable safety department, which led to significant improvements in preventable accidents and SC&RA scores.

Discover Diane's approach to effective communication with a diverse fleet, the importance of interpersonal relationships, and the use of technology to share best practices and training. This episode is packed with valuable insights for safety professionals looking to enhance their programs.

Join us as we delve into the key elements of a successful safety program and get actionable advice on building strong relationships with your team. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!

For more information about the PCSC, visit their website at:  https://portagecountysafetycouncil.com/