
The Safety Leadership Collective is a podcast by the Portage County Safety Council, bringing people together to elevate workplace safety, leadership, and well-being. Based in Ravenna, Ohio, we spark meaningful conversations with safety and leadership experts from across the nation—sharing insights, inspiration, and practical ideas that help build stronger cultures and safer workplaces for all.
Episodes
![[Safety Crash Course] HazCom & GHS Basics (Live)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2497279/Chemical_label_821ua_300x300.jpg)
Jun 8, 2020
Jun 8, 2020
18 min
Episode 167: This is a live recording of the 2nd of 3 Safety Crash Course - Part 2 presentations at our monthly workplace safety luncheon on March 5, 2020. The topic was HazCom & GHS Basics and it was presented by Matt Mohler, Facilities Director, Delta Systems, Inc. Click here to view the power point. For more information about the PCSC, visit PortageCountySafetyCouncil.com today!
![[Get Outside] Ohio Mountain Biking Trails](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2497279/CAMBA_-_Mountain_Biking_9l2v4_300x300.jpg)
Jun 2, 2020
Jun 2, 2020
25 min
Episode 166: Did you know that you don't have to go to Colorado to mountain bike?!?! Jim Olander, the Trail Director at the Cleveland Area Mountain Biking Association (CAMBA), joined us to demystify mountain biking and chat about trails in Portage County & throughout NE Ohio! Check out their Facebook page and/or Facebook community group! For more information about the Portage County Safety Council, please visit our website today!

Jun 1, 2020
Jun 1, 2020
24 min
Episode 165: Change is never easy but it is inevitable, especially in times of crisis! As non-essential businesses start to reopen, workers will be returning to some big changes. Join Mike & Nic as they discuss how to plan, lead, communicate & navigate through change. For more information about the Portage County Safety Council, please visit our website today!

May 28, 2020
May 28, 2020
15 min
Episode 164: Research shows spending more time outdoors not only improves health but also focus, creativity & productivity! Should employers implement a #GetOutside campaign for their employees? We think so! Join Mike & Nic as they discuss this and more! For free employer related Get Outside articles, resources & campaign ideas, check out our For Employers campaign page. For more information about the Portage County Safety Council, please visit our website today!
![[Get Outside] Park Rx](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2497279/Park_Rx_6tqjm_300x300.png)
May 26, 2020
May 26, 2020
4 min
Episode 163: Andrea Metzler & Jennifer White share about the Portage Park District's Park Rx program! Also, check out their new Remote Education Programs that were launched as a result of COVID-19. This is an excerpt from e156, click here to listen to the full episode. Please note: this episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, please adhere to social distancing guidelines as suggested.
![[Get Outside] West Branch State Park](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2497279/West_Branch__bpux9_300x300.jpg)
May 21, 2020
May 21, 2020
17 min
Episode 162: From camping, hiking & boating, to disc golf and more, West Branch State Park has something for everyone! Park Manager, John Trevelline, joined us to talk about one of Portage County's most popular getaways! Please note: this episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, please adhere to social distancing guidelines as suggested. For more information about the PCSC, visit PortageCountySafetyCouncil.com today!
![[Get Outside] Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2497279/NelsonLedgesacg5j_300x300.jpg)
May 18, 2020
May 18, 2020
12 min
Episode 161: John Trevelline, Park Manager of Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park, joined us to chat about the wonder of Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park! Please note: this episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, please adhere to social distancing guidelines as suggested. For more information about the PCSC, visit PortageCountySafetyCouncil.com today!
![[Get Outside] Why You Should Spend More Time Outdoors](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2497279/GetOutsidePosterb5lnv_300x300.jpg)
May 14, 2020
May 14, 2020
5 min
Episode 160: Andrea Metzler & Jennifer White of the Portage Park District, joined us to chat about the health benefits of spending time outdoors at least 120 minutes a week! Check out our new Get Outside campaign! Follow the links to get a free Portage Parks Get Outside poster or flyer today! This is an excerpt from e156, click here to listen to the full episode. Please note: this episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, please adhere to social distancing guidelines as suggested.

May 11, 2020
May 11, 2020
56 min
Episode 159: According to the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration, "loneliness and social isolation can be as damaging to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day!" As the COVID-19 crisis continues, we asked Jennifer Parmenter, Clinical Counseling Supervisor at Family & Community Services, Inc., in Kent, OH, to call in to give us some tips on how to overcome loneliness & avoid its deadly consequences! For more information about the PCSC, visit PortageCountySafetyCouncil.com today!
![[Safety Crash Course] Bloodborne Pathogens (Live)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog2497279/PPE-BBP_300x300.jpg)
May 4, 2020
May 4, 2020
14 min
Episode 158: This is a live recording of the 1st of 3 Safety Crash Course - Part 2 presentations at our monthly workplace safety luncheon on March 5, 2020. The topic was Bloodborne Pathogens Basics and it was presented by Brenda Allen, Certified Trainer, Swift First Aid. For more information about the PCSC, visit PortageCountySafetyCouncil.com today!
