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Back to SearchEpisode 38 - Negative Attributes of a Safety Audit
Episode 38
Episode 38 explores the common pitfalls and negative attributes that undermine the value of safety audits. Dr. Ayers explains that while audits are e…
3 years, 2 months ago
Episode 37 - Positive Attributes of Safety Audits
Episode 37
Episode 37 focuses on what makes a high‑quality, high‑value safety audit — the kind that strengthens culture, improves performance, and actually redu…
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 36 - 6 Common Pitfalls of Safety Inspections
Episode 36
Episode 36 breaks down the six most common mistakes that weaken safety inspections and prevent them from identifying real risk. Dr. Ayers explains ho…
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 35 - Safety footwear testing - steel or composite toe
Episode 35
Episode 35 breaks down the testing standards, performance differences, and selection criteria for steel‑toe and composite‑toe safety footwear. Dr. Ay…
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 34 - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessments
Episode 34
Episode 34 focuses on one of the most misunderstood and inconsistently applied OSHA requirements: the PPE Hazard Assessment. Dr. Ayers explains that …
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 33 - Hard Hat Testing Standards
Episode 33
Episode 33 breaks down the testing standards that govern hard hats in the United States, focusing on the ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 standard. Dr. Ayers explains…
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 32 - Exploring Hard Hat Expiration Dates
Episode 32
Episode 32 tackles a surprisingly misunderstood topic: Do hard hats expire? Dr. Ayers explains that while hard hats don’t have a single universal “ex…
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 31 - Safety Hazards of PLA Plastics in 3D Printing
Episode 31
Episode 31 examines the safety hazards associated with PLA (Polylactic Acid) — one of the most common and widely used 3D printing materials. Dr. Ayer…
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 30 - Safety Hazard of ABS Plastics in 3D Printing
Episode 30
Episode 30 takes a deeper dive into one of the highest‑risk materials used in 3D printing: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene). Dr. Ayers explains …
3 years, 3 months ago
Episode 29 - Safety Hazards of 3D Printing
Episode 29
Episode 29 explores the emerging and often misunderstood hazards associated with 3D printing. As this technology becomes more common in manufacturing…
3 years, 3 months ago