The Safety Geek Podcast: Geeking Out About Workplace Safety

Ever feel like you know exactly what's wrong with your safety program... and still have no idea where to start? You're buried in work that was never really yours. Leadership nods along, and nothing changes. And your to-do list is a mile long, with every item on it feeling urgent. In this final episode of the series, I put the whole Safety Leadership Roadmap in one place. You'll see how every piece connects, the order to build your safety program in so it quietly changes how management sees safety...and why hiring more safety staff is the wrong move. When safety staff take on the work, management never has to...so their beliefs about safety never change. Plus, you'll hear what happened when I asked my boss to hire me an assistant and got told no. And how long building all of this really takes...90 days at a time. Full show notes: https://thesafetygeek.com/146 Links Mentioned: Check out the Safety Leadership Academy Book a free Safety Leadership Roadmap Session Episode 140: The Safety Leadership Roadmap Episode 141: Why Everything You Were Taught Keeps You Stuck Episode 142: Stop Being a Department of One Episode 143: How to Get Leadership to Actually Listen Episode 144: How to Sell Safety Like a Marketer Episode 145: How to Build the Confidence to Step Up in Safety Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

You were really good at your job, somebody noticed, and you got promoted into safety. You learned as you went and got good at it... but somewhere along the way, you built a bubble around yourself. When the only way you know how to do safety is the way it's done in your building, it's really hard to see what's possible for you. Maybe the pay is low. Maybe the job stopped challenging you. Or maybe you already know it's time to move on, and you just don't have the confidence to take that next step. That confidence doesn't show up while you're inside the bubble. In this episode I walk you through the 4 C's of Confidence (and why "fake it till you make it" actually stalls you), how to build a braggable track record of results, how to get outside your bubble, and how to set your own bar. Plus how Rhett and Wesley stepped outside theirs and landed $35,000 and $50,000 raises. Full show notes: https://thesafetygeek.com/145 Links Mentioned: Free Safety Career Journey Quiz Safety Leadership Roadmap Session Episode 144: How to Sell Safety Like a Marketer Episode 143: How to Get Leadership to Actually Listen Episode 142: Stop Being a Department of One Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

You had the regulation AND the data. You explained it clearly... and a manager still looked at you and said, "We're not going to do that right now." So you explained it again. A little louder, with a few more citations. And nothing changed. It took me years to figure out that people act on what they believe, and a citation rarely changes a belief. So whether you signed up for it or not, you're selling safety... to employees, supervisors, and your leadership team. In this episode I break down 3 strategies marketers use to shift a belief, including the 7-11-4 rule. And I'll show you how to use the 5 minutes you get in the management meeting to finally get the buy-in you've been asking for. Full show notes: https://thesafetygeek.com/144 Links Mentioned: Free SMIS Guide Safety Leadership Roadmap Session Episode 143: How to Get Leadership to Actually Listen Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

You walk into a management meeting with something that actually matters. A hazard, a training gap, a piece of equipment that's going to hurt somebody. And you watch their eyes glaze over. You get a nod, maybe a "we'll look at it," and then nothing happens. They do care about people getting hurt. They just don't believe it's going to happen this quarter, and the risk they can put a number on wins every time. In this episode I break down why leadership tunes safety out, and the 3 moves that get you heard in that room. Full show notes: https://thesafetygeek.com/143 LINKS MENTIONED Free SMIS Guide Safety Leadership Roadmap Session Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

Every inspection, every policy, every training, every near-miss follow-up routes back to you, and the to-do list never ends. You're the department of one. Being overwhelmed in safety isn't a time management problem. It's a design problem. In this episode I break down how you became the department of one, and the three moves that get you out. Full show notes: https://thesafetygeek.com/142 LINKS MENTIONED Free SMIS Guide Safety Leadership Roadmap Session Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

You were taught to know the regulations cold, enforce the rules, and catch what people are doing wrong — and that training is exactly what is capping your career. In this episode Brye names the safety cop trap, shows why compliance only ever buys you surface behavior instead of real buy-in, and tells the story of the wall she hit when her own team started hiding things from her. This is the belief shift the rest of the series is built on. Read the full show notes at: https://thesafetygeek.com/141 Links Mentioned: Download the free SMIS Guide Book a Safety Leadership Roadmap Session Episode 140: The Rockstar Safety Executive Roadmap Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

This episode lays out the complete roadmap from safety manager to safety executive, starting with why safety gets handed all the responsibility and none of the authority. It breaks down the three things every safety lead actually wants (money, status and job security), the three things standing in the way (overwhelm, being ignored and a lack of confidence), and the Safety Management Cycle and Safety Influencer System that close the gap. Listeners will learn why compliance-based safety can never reach zero, and why influence rather than enforcement is what builds a safety career. Read the full show notes at: https://thesafetygeek.com/140 Links Mentioned: Download the free SMIS Guide Safety Leadership Academy The Artificial Authority Trap Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

This episode explores the critical importance of women's PPE safety and how properly fitting gear transforms workplace safety for women in the trades. It covers the risks of ill-fitting PPE, the true costs to organizations, and practical strategies to select and implement tailored safety solutions. Listeners will learn how to foster a safety culture that supports women and the future trends shaping women's workwear safety. Read the full shownotes at: https://thesafetygeek.com/139 Links Mentioned: Red Wing Shoes Time Stamps 00:00 Why Women’s PPE Fit Is a Safety Issue (Not Style) 01:48 Meet Tito Warren & Why This Topic Matters 03:06 Tito’s Global Safety Journey: Building Standards from the Ground Up 04:36 Women Entering the Trades Worldwide: What Tito Sees Internationally 07:32 The ‘Shrink It and Pink It’ Era—and Why It Had to End 08:43 Designing PPE ‘For Her’: How Red Wing Builds Fit the Right Way 10:19 Real-World Risks of Ill-Fitting PPE: Boots, Gloves, and Snag Hazards 14:56 The Business Case: Cost, Comfort, Productivity, and Compliance 20:46 Safety Culture Wins: Companies That Invest in the Best Gear 22:47 Getting Leadership Buy-In: Red Wing as a Partner, Not Just a Vendor 24:05 Leverage Suppliers as Safety Partners (Standards, Labs & Credibility) 26:06 Building a Safety Culture in Any Industry (Oil & Gas Lessons) 27:45 Align PPE to Hazard Assessments: Fit, Form, Function 28:55 The Future of PPE: Everyday Wear, More Comfort, More Compliance 33:11 Stop Buying Cheap PPE: Value, Risk, and Making Educated Choices 36:24 Fit Matters: Get Properly Fitted & Test PPE Before the Jobsite 39:31 Footwear as a Foundation: Long-Term Body Health & Injury Prevention 41:34 Respect & Inclusion: Why Women’s PPE Matters for Morale and Safety 42:45 Final Wrap-Up: How to Connect with Red Wing & Partner Up Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

This podcast explores the challenges with traditional safety goal setting and presents ethical strategies that focus on controllable actions. Learn how reframing safety goals with a data-driven, action-oriented approach can improve safety culture and reduce workplace injuries. Gain insights into best practices for setting measurable safety goals and fostering accountability at all organizational levels. Links Mentioned: Safety Leadership Academy Atomic Habits by James Clear Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Safety Goals 01:11 Reflecting on the Past Year 02:55 The Problem with Traditional Safety Goals 04:53 Ethical and Control Issues in Safety Goals 11:31 Actionable Steps for Effective Safety Goals 16:51 Setting Personal and Organizational Goals 25:40 Conclusion and Looking Forward Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

This episode explores how traditional safety program structures limit engagement and offers a step-by-step guide to redesign roles and processes. Discover strategies to redistribute responsibilities, strengthen supervisor safety capabilities, and create meaningful employee participation. Learn why building influence over authority leads to sustainable safety improvements and how to measure continuous progress. Read the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/137 Links Mentioned: Artificial Authority Trap Solving the Leadership Accountability Problem Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Supervisor Involvement in Safety 00:57 Greeting and Personal Anecdote 01:23 Defining the Role of Frontline Supervisors in Safety 03:06 Challenges Faced by Supervisors 03:52 Tip 1: Integrate Safety into Daily Tasks 06:14 Tip 2: Combine Safety with Quality and Operations 08:32 Tip 3: Shadow Supervisors Regularly 09:51 Tip 4: Empower Employees 13:25 Tip 5: Conduct Regular Supervisor Meetings 17:27 Conclusion and Call to Action Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

This post shares five practical strategies to enhance supervisor accountability in safety management without overwhelming them. Learn how to integrate safety into existing workflows, engage employees in safety tasks, and use regular safety huddles to foster a culture of safety excellence. These tips help reduce incidents, improve productivity, and build sustainable safety practices from the frontline up. See the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/136 Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Supervisor Involvement in Safety 00:57 Personal Greeting and Seasonal Remarks 01:23 Defining the Role of Supervisors in Safety 03:06 Challenges Supervisors Face with Safety Tasks 03:52 Tip 1: Integrate Safety into Daily Tasks 06:14 Tip 2: Combine Safety with Quality and Operations 08:32 Tip 3: Shadow Supervisors Regularly 09:51 Tip 4: Empower Employees to Lead 13:25 Tip 5: Conduct Regular Supervisor Meetings 17:27 Conclusion and Call to Action Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

This episode explores the crucial role of mental health in safety management, highlighting resources for employees, navigating mental health claims, and fostering psychological safety. It also addresses the challenges faced by safety professionals themselves and offers actionable steps to improve mental well-being at work. Learn how supporting mental health directly contributes to creating safer, more resilient workplaces. Read the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/135 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Dark Side of Safety Management 01:35 Thanksgiving Reflections and Gratitude 02:35 Mental Health in Safety Management 04:30 Supporting Employees Through Mental Health Challenges 21:02 Addressing Mental Health Claims and Psychological Safety 25:25 The Mental Health of Safety Professionals 34:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

In this episode, we explore the critical importance of safety in new business acquisitions. Discover best practices for effective safety program evaluations, onboarding strategies, and hazard assessments to protect your investment and ensure compliance. Join us as we delve into practical steps for integrating safety during the acquisition process. Read the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/134 Links Mentioned: Hazard Assessment Workshop Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Business Growth and Safety Challenges 00:41 Personal Update and Context 02:25 The Prevalence of Business Acquisitions 04:02 Lessons from Early Acquisition Experiences 06:42 Effective Strategies for New Acquisitions 07:17 Understanding the Acquisition Transition Period 12:18 Setting the Right Tone and Expectations 19:01 Prioritizing Safety Issues 26:14 Ongoing Management and Review 29:48 Creating a Repeatable Onboarding Process 31:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

In this episode of the Safety Geek Podcast, we dive into the top safety issues faced in the workplace, sharing five real-world challenges from firsthand experience. Gain insights into blocked exits, CDL driver regulations, high-hazard controls, chemical exposure management, and the importance of effective supervisory training. Learn practical steps to mitigate risks and foster a safety-first culture in your organization. Read the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/133 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Safety Challenges 00:36 Top Safety Issues Overview 03:03 Blocked Exits and Eyewash Stations 10:15 CDL Drivers and Dual Logs 15:45 High Hazard Compliance Issues 21:13 CO2 Leak Incident 26:27 Ammonia Refrigeration Incident 33:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

In this episode, I answer the question, "What were the worst safety issues I've experienced?" Learn valuable lessons from real-world incidents and discover practical strategies to improve safety management while addressing employee concerns. Join us as we explore how to transform safety challenges into actionable solutions. Links Mentioned: Weekly masterclass: https://thesafetygeek.com/smis Email your podcast topics to support@thesafetygeek.com Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Update 01:44 Family Loss and Lessons Learned 07:10 Masterclass and Q&A Introduction 10:17 Worst Case Scenario in Safety Management 15:06 Top 10 Safety Issues: Part 1 15:40 Issue #2 20:16 Issue #2 25:51 Issue #3 29:10 Issue #4 33:24 Issue #5 38:27 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

This podcast discusses effective strategies for influencing contractor safety practices on long-term projects. Learn how to foster a safety culture, implement effective training, and maintain communication with contractors. Explore the importance of oversight and collaborative structures to ensure safety compliance without assuming supervisory liabilities. Read the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/131 Links Mentioned: How to Create a Contractor Safety Program from Scratch Safety Management Academy Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Contractor Safety Challenges 01:33 Welcome and Podcast Introduction 02:15 Understanding Contractor Safety Management 03:00 Defining the Scope of Contractor Work 05:00 Risks and Liabilities of Contractor Work 07:18 Strategies for Ensuring Contractor Compliance 09:53 Building a Collaborative Safety Culture 10:32 Setting Up for Success with Contractors 14:27 Creating a Contractor Advisory Committee 17:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

In this podcast episode, we explore safety management in the public sector and discuss the unique challenges faced by government organizations. We'll reveal strategies to build high-impact safety practices, engage employees, and effectively implement safety systems within budget constraints. Learn how to align safety objectives with the mission of public entities to drive meaningful change. Read the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/130 Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

In this episode, we explore five transformative steps to empower your team and create a strong safety culture in the workplace. Learn how to shift from traditional safety management to an integrated approach, fostering accountability and collaboration among employees. Discover practical tools and strategies that will enable everyone to take ownership of safety, ensuring a safer work environment for all. Read the full show notes at https://thesafetygeek.com/129 Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to Safety Responsibilities 01:52 Special Presentation Overview 03:05 The Role of Safety in the Workplace 03:43 Introducing a New Safety Model 03:51 About the Presenter: Brian Sergeant 05:22 Challenges in Safety Management 06:19 Historical Context of Safety Departments 16:33 The Importance of Authority in Safety 18:50 Real-Life Example: Authority Matters 22:18 Why Supervisors Should Lead Safety Training 24:54 Q&A Session 25:42 Handling Confrontations and Communication 26:34 Rewarding Engagement and Participation 28:48 Promoting Safety in a Fun Way 30:19 Integrating Safety into Business Practices 31:55 Steps to Accountability 34:29 Empowering Supervisors and Employees 41:16 Building Respect and Collaboration 42:58 Final Thoughts and Embracing Human-Centric Safety Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

In this episode, explore the transformative experiences of Wesley Sanchez, a Safety Management Academy graduate. Wesley shares his journey from feeling isolated in his safety management role to gaining confidence and achieving significant career advancements. He discusses the invaluable lessons from the academy, including building a safety culture and enhancing communication with management. Wesley also highlights the financial benefits and personal growth he's achieved since completing the program. Gain insights into the practical applications of the academy's teachings and how they can lead to career success and improved workplace safety standards. Read Wesley's case study in the show notes at: https://thesafetygeek.com/128 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Safety Management Academy 01:58 Special Interview with Wesley Sanchez 03:18 Wesley's Career Journey Before the Academy 04:51 Goals and Achievements with the Academy 06:08 Challenges and Career Transition 09:28 Impact of the Academy on Wesley's Career 11:54 Future Goals and Final Thoughts Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/

In this episode, we explore the importance of cultivating a leadership mindset in safety management. Discover actionable strategies to show leadership without a title, enhance your influence at work, and accelerate your career advancement. Learn how to shift from merely following rules to becoming a proactive safety executive in your organization. Read the full show notes at: https://thesafetygeek.com/127 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Recognizing Your Potential 01:05 Personal Anecdote: The Bear and Career Decisions 02:38 Main Topic: Stepping into Leadership Roles 06:50 Mindset Shift: From Employee to Leader 08:38 Practical Steps to Demonstrate Leadership 12:04 Building Credibility and Handling Rejection 13:42 Adopting the Executive Mindset 19:07 Conclusion: Lead from Where You Are Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you liked it, be sure to share it with your best safety friend. It's a goal of The Safety Geek to elevate the role of the safety manager, and that is why I share tips and resources on how you can manage your safety program more effectively. Visit the website at https://TheSafetyGeek.com Subscribe to the YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/safetygeek Sign up for the Safety Leadership Newsletter, where I share exclusive tips, content, forms, and templates at https://TheSafetyGeek.com/Newsletter Follow me @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSafetyGeek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brye-sargent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safety_brye/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thesafetygeek/