Safety Knights

Why Won't Pictures Attach to Posts?

For the last two weeks, I have been unable to attach any of my photos to my posts. Why?

What Do You Think?

https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/standardinterpretations/2026-01-20 As I read over this Letter of Interpretation mentioned today’s OSHA QuickTake, I immediately thought of what my daddy told me, “Do not ever ask a question that you're afraid of the answer! In that case, make the best answer you can on your own!” Had I been the site manager, I would have just reasoned that the employee was not engaged in a work-related activity. I would not have put the injury on the OSHA 300 Log. In the unlikely event that a CHSO caught this during an audit, I think the most likely citation would be de minimis. I am sure I would take my chances. What do you think?

IH Question!

I’m assessing instrumentation options for photoionization detection and VOC monitoring, including both standalone PIDs and integrated multi‑gas meters that combine VOC, LEL, O₂, and toxic gas sensors. I’ve reviewed several models so far, each with different sensor configurations, compatibility features, and the ability to swap or upgrade sensors. For those with IH experience: what brands or models have you found most reliable and versatile in the field? Any recommendations or lessons learned would be incredibly helpful as I narrow down the list! Thanks in advance!

Another Self Care Post- Heart Health

Mental Health has been a topic often on here and in many safety seminars, trainings and webinars. It's an important topic for many in Safety who are the protectors. But how many really have their own back when it comes to their heart health. Last Thursday I made the trek to the ER for myself. It was a change considering I’ve been there multiple times over the past few years for my wife. I could not tell you the last time I was in the ER if ever for me. But there I was. For the past month or two I’ve been having bad heartburn issues. I dismissed it most of the time but this time it was the second time the pain in my chest was so severe it radiated down my arm. I also broke into a sweat. The safety person in me knew both times that these are also classic heart attack symptoms. In fact, a coworker’s significant other thought his heart attack was heartburn. But again, the first time I rode it out. Who would take care of my wife if I was in the hospital? There is too much to do at work. I do not want to burden my coworkers. These were the things going through my mind Thursday night and the time before. But after getting a good behind chewing from my best friend the time I told him about the first time, I decided to go in. (I still was stubborn aka stupid enough to refuse to call an ambulance and also bother the guys at our local fire station.) Thankfully, all the tests came back good and it was determined that it most likely was heartburn. But it was a wakeup call to again, practice what I preach when it comes to self care. Know the signs of a heart attack and don’t assume it’s just heartburn (I should have listened to my high school teacher who on the the first day of class wrote the word “ASSUME” on the board and proceeded to explain to us what it meant) Take care of yourself. We may get a lot of heat as safety professionals and are not at the top of the Operation Department’s Christmas card list every year but there are still folks who like us around for awhile.

Webinar Alert! 4 Principles of Safety Buy-In

Safety buy‑in doesn’t fail because employees don’t care, it fails when leaders rely on misguided discipline, communicate inconsistently, overlook employee expertise, and assume knowledge that was never taught. When organizations replace assumptions with education, silence with engagement, and correction with credible communication, buy‑in stops being the struggle and starts becoming the outcome. In this session, we’ll explore the mindset shifts leaders must make to transform buy‑in from a constant struggle into a natural outcome of strong systems, credible communication, and meaningful engagement. Join today! https://www.kaddyohs.com/event-details/4-principles-for-safety-buy-in-1

Safety Buy-In is Hard

My Saturday Thoughts on Safety Buy‑In It’s a quiet Saturday, and I’ve been thinking a lot, especially after seeing so many posts this past week about safety buy‑in. It’s encouraging to see the conversation growing, but it also reminds me how often we focus on symptoms instead of systems; and frustrating seeing those who post about their miracle "do this one thing" and safety buy-in is guaranteed. After more than a decade of completing business assessments, interviewing hundreds of C‑suite leaders, and speaking with thousands of employees across hundreds of businesses throughout the U.S., one thing is clear: Buy‑in doesn’t fail because employees don’t care. It fails when leadership systems make it hard for them to care. That’s exactly why I created "The Four Principles of Safety Buy‑In", the foundation of my book releasing later this year: 1️⃣ Remove misguided discipline 2️⃣ Communicate consistently and credibly 3️⃣ Engage employees as experts in their work 4️⃣ Educate instead of assuming This new blog post takes a focused look at each principle and explains why they matter now more than ever. If you’re thinking about safety culture, wrestling with employee buy‑in, working to align leadership, or trying to build a workforce that truly believes in the mission, this one will hit home. I’d love for you to give it a read and share your thoughts on the Four Principles and what drives real employee buy‑in! https://www.kaddyohs.com/post/safety-buy-in-is-hard

Why Would You Want to Consider an Occupational Health & Safety Consultant?

My new article on why an organization might want to call an Occupational Health & Safety Consultant. Any feedback is appreciated! https://safetyfitz.com/why-an-occupational-health-and-safety-consultant-ohsc/ #safetyleadership

Slip and Fall Solutions for Delivery Drivers

Hi, All, I want to get the group's thoughts on what you might use to prevent slips and falls for delivery drivers. My transportation team has delivery drivers who operate in truck yards that could be unplowed or not treated until after they dispatch. However, these same drivers will also make deliveries to customer locations. While making these deliveries, they move product, usually by 2-wheeler, from refrigerated trailers (with grooved metal floors) down ramps (with aggressive, open metal grating) and into our customers' locations (which may have various types of flooring). This year, we have begun to experience several slips and falls due to ice and snow. To help prevent these types of incidents, we are looking for ice/snow cleats or a similar product. I have a few samples, but before I give them to the team for testing, I would like to know the group's experience with these. Do you have any suggestions on which ones to avoid and which are most appropriate for what I described? Thanks,

Who’s hiring?

I have recently become unemployed if anyone is looking for a ruggedly handsome, funny, 50 year old…LMAO.

I’m new here…. Again

I personally think that we are going to start building nuclear power like crazy. Are there any certifications that anyone can recommend to get a leg up?

Stay Vigilant- FMCSA/DOT Phishing and Scamming Schemes

For those that deal with FMCSA/DOT compliance or have clients that do, I received notice from our state trucking association that there is a new phishing scheme making the rounds trying to convince carriers that the FMCSA is doing a periodic maintenance and inspecting carrier fuel and payment systems that carriers use. Phishing and Scamming schemes are not anything new related to DOT and FMCSA. It's, unfortunately, pretty common. Even legit companies try and scam carriers into paying for services that are unneeded. An example, one of our companies was due for their biennial update with the FMCSA. For those that are not familiar with FMCSA requirements and regulations, carriers are required to updated their information every 2 years with the DOT at a minimum. This includes annual mileage driven, vehicle and driver counts. I knew ours was due this month. I was just waiting on the final 2025 miles driven to complete it. I receive a call the other day from a company that initially stated our DOT number was inactive. When I asked which one (we have several companies with separate DOT numbers) they stated it was our Power Only Transport company. I stated it was NOT inactive which the caller back peddled and stated I was right but it was do for the update and they could do it over the phone. I politely stated no, I will take care of it. It literally took me less than 5 minutes to update for something that more than likely this company that called would have charged me for. It just shows, it's important to be vigilant.

300A posting question

I was curious if I am doing overkill or if you all think this is a good practice. At some of our facilities, we have multiple common owned companies residing and working at the same facility. They are all owned by owner, but are considered separate corporations. In the past, because the employees were all working in one building I would create and post a 300A summary for even the companies with less than the OSHA required number for posting. My thinking at the time was if OSHA come in they might consider it to be a multi-employer relationship and ask for them (normally we do not have many injuries to begin with to report on them). Do you think I should continue this practice or discontinue it. Out of the 8 separate "companies" at the 2 establishments, 3 of them have less than 10 employees.

Quick Question...

I am considering a complete overhaul of my company's Lockout-Tagout Program. Currently, I am a 'Team of One' so I would like to know if any of you here have kicked off something similar? We have three manufacturing sites with a couple of smaller support locations. Any recommendations on companies or programs that you've used? I don't want to break the bank, but I need some help to not only be compliant but eventually become a 'World-Class' performer.

Fractional Safety Work

Is there anyone here that does "Fractional" or "Outsourced" Safety work? I am in the beginning stages of starting a service to provide that kind of work, and am looking for advice that anyone is willing to give regarding what type of packages or services to offer, where one should land for pricing, pitfalls to avoid, areas to obtain insurance (and what the approximate cost might be). I attended Kamryn Johnson's webinar last week, and was thoroughly impressed with what is available with that network, but I want to get a couple clients under my belt before moving in that direction.

Clearing the Air: Common Gas Detection Myths, Pitfalls, and Challenges (WEBINAR)

Join us on February 10th at 10:00 AM CST for our free webinar titled "Clearing the Air: Common Gas Detection Myths, Pitfalls, and Real-World Challenges in Industrial Environments". 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 As portable gas detection technology advances, many workers develop a false sense of security, assuming better instruments automatically provide greater protection. In reality, a gas meter is only as effective as the user’s ability to interpret the data it provides. This webinar addresses common misconceptions surrounding various gas detection applications. Attendees will learn a risk-based approach to air monitoring that emphasizes hazard recognition, situational awareness, and critical thinking. The webinar explores how to identify potential “unknowns,” what those unknowns represent, and how to interpret readings in the context of chemical properties, process conditions, and changing environments. This webinar stresses the importance of empowering personnel with the competencies needed to adapt as conditions evolve, allowing attendees to gain a clearer understanding of why underestimating the “unknown” remains one of the most significant risks in industrial gas detection. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4017679901750/WN_CrRcnxvYTWWnzCkEydI_Sg

Workers Comp Training

Where's a good source for training and/or certification for workers comp? Considering filling in a knowledge gap for myself as a safety pro. I see a couple options online but I'm not sure what's good. Thanks and Happy New Year! Edit: preferably something California-specific. Thanks!

OSHA reporting question- Need advice asap!

We had a driver who was involved in an accident last Friday while on the road. He was taken to the hospital but at the time was not admitted as all they found was a bad leg laceration and lots of contusions. They did a CT at the time and everything came back okay and he was discharged with a splint on his leg due to torn muscles. I know this part makes it a recordable. Fast forward to last evening- His wife calls me and said he was taken to the ER due to complaints of eye pain and disorientation. She calls me later and states that the doctors at the ER determined he had a stroke and that they were admitting him. My question is, I am not sure that the stroke was determined to have happened during or before the time of the accident. Should I still call OSHA to report the hospital admission? Unfortunately, I have very little medical info other than what the wife is giving me. Our insurance company apparently is taking the holiday off as I am struggling to get anyone to call me back, which is not making me very happy at the moment.

AI in Safety?

Hi, my fellow Safety/IH professionals its no secret that AI is the non-stop topic as it was in the days of the internet. I am curious to know if/how everyone is using this tool? I enjoy using it for continuous learning. I am expanding on how I can review chemicals compatabilty and hazwaste determination. I'd love to hear from you.

Planning Safety Support Before the Project Starts

One thing I’ve learned after years in oil sands and industrial construction is this: The most effective safety support is brought in before a project hits peak pressure. When HSE is involved early, you see: • Better contractor alignment • Fewer last-minute workarounds • Stronger field ownership of risk • Less reactive firefighting Waiting until incidents, schedule compression, or turnover force the issue usually costs more, financially and culturally. For teams already looking ahead to 2026, early conversations around safety leadership, coverage planning, and field support can make a measurable difference once boots hit the ground. Curious how others here approach early-stage safety planning versus reactive deployment. What’s worked, and what hasn’t? #OilAndGas #ConstructionSafety

Job seeker

Hello everyone, unfortunately I get laid off on this season, now I'm looking for a spot, I know you need to trust in someone for putting into a such responsibility but I'm a reliable person. Looking for a bilingual safety tech, field safety, safety representative. Here is my LinkedIn profile: www.linkedin.com/in/ daniel-o-sotelo Thank you in advance.