Two Bald Guys Talking Safety Evotix

In this episode, Julian and Langdon delve into the nuances of effective risk management and how organizations often focus too much on incident management after the fact. They discuss the importance of moving beyond just compliance and governance, exploring the concept of a proactive learning culture. The duo highlights the critical need to assess real risks, like preventing serious injuries and fatalities, rather than just ticking boxes for minor safety protocols. Emphasizing the importance of holistic job safety analysis, they challenge the conventional approaches and explore what the next phase of health and safety management should look like.

In this live episode, Julian and Langdon break down OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), rolling out on July 19, 2024. ​They explore how the revised standard will enhance chemical hazard communication and recap the decade-long journey and industry advocacy that brought about these changes.

In this episode, Julian and Langdon discuss the common misconceptions people have about PPE and emphasize the importance of adhering to the Hierarchy of Controls in workplace safety. They explore the trap that many organizations fall into of failing to regularly review and improve their safety protocols, relying too heavily on existing measures without considering technological advancements or engineering out hazards. Highlighting the need for proactive hazard identification and rectification, the bald duo advocates for making safety integral to every task, emphasizing that this approach is the key to reducing serious injuries and fatalities.

In this episode, Julian and Langdon are joined by special guest Crystal Danbury, a seasoned safety professional with over two decades of experience and co-host of the health and safety podcast, Speak! Working for a leading FTSE 100 retailer, Danbury discusses the significance of women's representation in the safety industry and highlights the importance of addressing the root causes of workplace hazards. Tune in as she shares insights on empowering women and creating safer workplaces for everyone.

In this episode, Julian and Langdon delve into AI's evolution and ethical concerns like algorithmic biases and job displacement. Emphasizing the need for AI literacy, they explore the importance of collaborative efforts among stakeholders for responsible and equitable AI development and governance.

In this episode, Julian and Langdon visit Red Bull headquarters to speak with Emma Hind, CEO of Wings for Life UK, about the global foundation’s mission: finding a cure for spinal cord injury. Hind gives the bald guys a history lesson on the foundation's origins, tied closely to Red Bull through its founders, Dietrich Mateschitz, the late founder of Red Bull and Heinz Kinigadner, two-time motocross world champion. Wings for Life would like listeners to know that despite the devastating nature of spinal cord injuries, individuals impacted by them show incredible resilience and positivity, refusing to be defined by their condition. Join us as we explore the inspiring stories and impactful work of those dedicated to making a difference for the future.

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