Podcasts by MEMIC Safety Experts

Hearing Safely with Tyler Hadley from 2023-11-20T09:30

Noise in the workplace can be dangerous.  A loud environment can cause problems ranging from difficulties concentrating and stress to he...

My 5 Whys - Getting Safety Buy-In with Maryann Hoff from 2023-11-09T16:46

Maryann Hoff, MEMIC’s Vice President of Loss Control discusses how industry and safety professionals need to better understand t...

Do You Hear What I Hear? Hearing Loss Can be Prevented, but No One is Listening from 2023-10-23T15:10

According to the CDC, 22 million American workers are exposed to noise levels above 85 decibels at work every year, and 30 million workers are exposed to chemicals that can be ...

The future of ergonomics with Maureen Anderson from 2023-10-09T15:21

Maureen Anderson, MEMIC’s Manager of Ergonomics discusses ergonomic risk factors and controls, body mechanics, assessment tools, and how future technology may shape our process...

Slip Trip Fall PSA from 2023-10-04T14:41

Young Worker Injury Prevention from 2023-09-25T16:51

A team from the Maine Department of Labor Listen

Sept 11 - What We Have Learned About Emergency Preparedness from 2023-09-11T15:43

New techniques, evolving technologies, and collaboration at the federal level have created tools like the National Incident Command System for organizing collaborative response...

PPE Must fit or else! with Allison Short from 2023-08-28T08:30

OSHA’s new proposed clarification for PPE in the Construction standard reinforces that PPE MUST FIT. Failure to follow this simple statement is one the reasons why workers are ...

Bee Safety - Safely Coexisting with Nature's Necessity from 2023-08-14T08:30

Bees can swarm around trash areas in the summer, but businesses should be able to eliminate or reduce the bee population around dumpsters through good waste and trash managemen...

Working Safely in Summer Heat from 2023-07-31T08:30

Heat stress occurs when environmental conditions, physical activity, and your own personal risk factors combine to cause your core temperature to rise in a manner where your body begins to strug...

Know Before You Mow – Dangerous Plants from 2023-07-17T08:15

It’s the season for property maintenance.  Workers behind mowers or with a string trimmer in hand are common sights across the nation.    Training for staff assigned these jobs is usually weight...

The Workplace Injury Puzzle with Terry Dussault from 2023-07-03T19:46

Workplace Safety and Injury Prevention can be like trying to build a puzzle without the picture on the box.  All the pieces connect toge...

MEMIC - 30 Years in the Making – The Intersection of Safety and Insurance Excellence from 2023-06-19T08:30

On this, our 100th episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast, I spend an hour with MEMIC President & CEO, Mike Bourque, as we talk about what has changed during our 30 years ...

First Call, MEMIC’s Injury Triage Tool with Lara Heal and Jared Payton from 2023-06-05T08:30

Injury management is a key part of the workplace safety equation and getting the injured employee the appropriate level of care quickly and seamlessly is at the heart of the process.

On t...

Lean Safety with Sean Fields from 2023-05-22T08:15

Continuous process improvement for your safety program can challenging.  However, with the right perspective, it can be integrated effe...

Will we do the uninspected? – How workplace inspections can help with Rod Stanley from 2023-05-08T08:30

For some, a workplace inspection can be associated with a visit from OSHA or another certifying agency. Others may find them ted...

A Look into the OSHA VPP program with Bob Thompson from 2023-04-25T15:28

Did you know that the average OSHA Voluntary Protection Program worksite has a lost workday incidence rate at least 50 percent b...

A Day In The Life of a US Army Safety Officer with Tobi Bledsoe from 2023-04-10T15:32

Ever wonder what a Safety person does all day?  Could be Training, or Safety by Walking ...

Workplace Violence – Strategies for Prevention with Corey Jones from 2023-03-27T08:30

Not all workplace violence happens with a weapon.  Sometimes it can be verbal or even p...

Rethinking Your Workplace Stretching Program with Clayton Cartwright - Part 2 from 2023-03-13T09:30

The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported that in 2020 there were nearly a quarter million work related musculoskeletal injuries that resulted in days away from work with the...

Rethinking Your Workplace Stretching Program with Clayton Cartwright - Part 1 from 2023-02-27T09:30

The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported that in 2020 there were nearly a quarter million work related musculoskeletal injuri...

Safe Patient Handling and Its Role in Physical and Occupational Therapy with Susan Diffenderfer from 2023-02-13T15:40

90% of all Physical and Occupational Therapists will suffer an occupational injury in their career.Listen

Wink, Wink, Nudge, Nudge - How to Effect Choice Architecture In Safety with Dr. Julie Sorenson Part II from 2023-02-02T16:07

Behavioral economics looks at how the decisions we make are influenced by our human cognitive processes.  While there are many ways to impact choices, social marketing and nudging are two that c...

Wink, Wink, Nudge, Nudge - How to effect choice architecture in safety with Dr. Julie Sorenson from 2023-01-16T15:55

Behavioral economics looks at how the decisions we make are influenced by our human cognitive processes.  While there are many ways to impact choices, social marketing and nudging are two that c...

OSHA Recordkeeping Updates with Stephen Badger from 2023-01-06T18:10

The year is coming to a close and if you haven’t already, you, or someone at your company should be preparing to update your OSHA log and generate your OSHA 300a summary to post at your establis...

Patterns of Movement for the Industrial Athlete with Dr. Trent Nessler Part II from 2022-12-19T09:15

Non-impact musculoskeletal injuries from overexertion cost billions of dollars each year. New data is showing that better core activation and pelvic stability increases performance and reduces k...

Patterns of Movement for the Industrial Athlete with Dr. Trent Nessler Part I from 2022-12-05T09:30

Non-impact musculoskeletal injuries from overexertion cost billions of dollars each year. New data is showing that better core activation and pelvic stability increases performance and reduces k...

The Future of Respiratory Protection with Chad Wedding from 2022-11-21T09:30

Choosing the right respirator is not simple as the act of taking a breath, but it will make breathing easier if you do it right. 

On today’s episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast I ...

Data Driven Safety Leadership with Gary Bonnet from 2022-11-07T08:15

On this episode, I sit down with Gary Bonnet, Head of Customer Engagement at SafetyCulture, and chat about how data can help identify leading indicators that could lead to proactive and effectiv...

Spooky Safety and Killer Causes from 2022-10-24T08:31

Inattentive blindness, complacency, and the OSHA’s Fatality Inspection Data.  What could make a Halloween episode more scary?

On today’s Fractional Safety episode of the MEMIC Safety Expe...

Send in the Drones - How Drones are Used to Keep Workers Safe - Part 2 from 2022-10-10T13:08

Many companies have state of the art solutions for communications, productivity, and financial process. As safety professionals or as managers and supervisors, it’s time push the boundaries of o...

Send in the Drones - How Drones are Used to Keep Workers Safe - Part 1 from 2022-09-26T08:30:59

Many companies have state of the art solutions for communications, productivity, and  As safety professionals or as managers and supervisors, it’s time push the boundaries of our safety solution...

Logging Safety - The Hazards are Closer than you Think with Erika Scott from 2022-09-12T08:30:42

Trees, terrain, weather, equipment, you name it. Any combination of these can conspire to put the logger in harm’s way. There is some new evidence that these traditional hazards might not be the...

Labor Day and Workplace Safety from 2022-08-29T08:30:44

Most people consider Labor Day as the official last hurrah before kids return to school full time.  However, the history of Labor Day in the US and is tied to workplace safety past, present, and...

OSHA 10-Hour Video Conference Training with Laurie Nolt, Justin Banks, and Randy Morehouse from 2022-08-15T08:30:47

Need a refresher on the OSHA standards?  Or maybe your company is starting a initiative around workplace safety inspections.  Or are the supervisors in your company required by the contractor yo...

Heat Stress Prevention with Tom Bernard (re-air) from 2022-08-01T08:30:22

Due to the current heatwave sweeping the nation, we have decided to re-air our episode on heat stress and exhaustion with Tom Bernard.

Heat stress is no joke.  Exposure to excessive heat ...

OSHA 10-Hour Training with Stephen Badger and Richard Berthiaume from 2022-07-18T08:30:26

Whether it is required by your state or a contractor you’re working with, or because want to expand your team’s knowledge of workplace safety and how to identify and control hazards, an OSHA 10h...

4th of July Food Safety with Natalie Campaneria from 2022-07-01T08:30:38

The 4^th of July is time for families, friends, and good food.  However, stats predict that many of us will be finishing our holiday celebrations in the bathroom or worse yet, in the E...

Motion is Lotion - When Good Movement Is Not Possible - Clayton Cartwright from 2022-06-20T08:30:45

Sometimes life gets in the way, and now matter how well you planned, designed, or trained, you will be faced with moments where, at least on the surface, it’s not possible to put into play pictu...

Movement May Be Good, but Good Movement is Better with Clayton Cartwright from 2022-06-06T08:00:09

On today’s episode I have Clayton Cartwright, PT, and Safety Management Consultant with MEMIC here to discuss why good movement matters and how using body mechanics, like proper alignment and good ...

Motion is Lotion – Movement is Good for You with Clayton Cartwright from 2022-05-23T12:43:23

Face it, most of us like to sit or relax.  However, in our current American society, we end up doing it way too much.  From driving to channel surfing, to working in an office, most of us can us...

Leadership and the Human Connection with Randy Klatt from 2022-05-09T08:30:53

Are you a business leader or a supervisor struggling to find the key to your company’s success over the long term?  Well, have you checked in with your team?  How connected to your purpose are t...

This Ain't Your Grandpa’s Diesel – Dangers of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel with Andy Wood from 2022-04-25T08:30:19

The diesel fuel purchased and used for most on and off-road applications has changed substantially over the years. The removal of sulfur and other substances in the refinement process has made i...

Fit for Work? How Hard Can It Be? With Dr. Phil Finemore from 2022-04-11T08:30:44

Quality of life and injury prevention are other ways to express health and safety.  They are inherently connected by physical fitness and intentional preparation. 

On this episode of the MEMIC S...

Lesson Learned – COVID and the Commercial Construction Site with Jason Beam - Part 2 from 2022-03-28T08:30:39

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the world in many ways over the last two years. From our homes to our workplaces, and everywhere in between, we have all faced challenges that require us to li...

Lesson Learned – COVID and the Commercial Construction Site with Jason Beam - Part 1 from 2022-03-14T09:30:46

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the world in many ways over the last two years. From our homes to our workplaces, and everywhere in between, we have all faced challenges that require us to li...

Tire Servicing Safety: Don’t reinvent the wheel with Andy Wood - Part 2 from 2022-02-28T14:00:49

Tire Servicing Safety is often overlooked unless it’s your full-time job.  Hazards from lifting and repositioning a heavy tire in an awkward position or being struck by a falling or exploding ti...

Tire Servicing Safety: Don't reinvent the wheel with Andy Wood - Part 1 from 2022-02-14T21:30:54

Tire Servicing Safety is often overlooked unless it’s your full-time job. Hazards from lifting and repositioning a heavy tire in an awkward position or being struck by a falling or exploding tir...

The Power of a Safety Brand with Nancy Marshall from 2022-01-31T09:00:29

A company's brand is its identity, and it is one of the most valued parts of your business. When brand is done right, it influences what happens inside a company as well how people on the outsid...

Situational Awareness and Forktruck Camera Systems with Chris Burns from 2022-01-17T09:30

According to the National Safety Council, forklifts were the source of 79 work related fatalities and 8,140 non-fatal injuries involving days away from work in 2019 alone. 

Looking back a...

Testing our Safety Resolve from 2022-01-03T09:30

The word resolution implies a steadfast intent to succeed or change something.  While this may be true for the New Year, the word is better used to describe the movement or change between things...

How’s your MEWPs? The skinny on the changes to the Mobile Elevated Work Platform standards with Joe Gagne from 2021-12-06T09:30

Called by many different names: Man lifts, boom lifts, cherry picker, scissor lift, or bucket truck, mobile elevated work platforms are everywhere.  They are replacing the traditional ways people w...

Giving Thanks for Safety – What to do with leftovers? from 2021-11-22T09:30

Staying safe around the holidays is important and the hazards around the Thanksgiving holiday can pose different challenges. Distracted driving, food poisoning, and burns are the three most frequen...

Protection at the Edge - How your fall protection equipment can let you down with David Kozlowsky from 2021-11-08T09:30

According to the National Safety Council, following highway crashes, falls to a lower level is the third leading fatal workplace event and the fifth leading event resulting in cases with days away ...

Small Business Safety Leadership - Elise Brown and Brian Schortz from 2021-10-25T08:30

According to the US Small business Administration, 99 percent of firms in the US are small business and according to JP Morgan Chase, the vast majority, nearly 88%, have fewer than 20 employees.   ...

The Flat Roof Dilemma - When is Fall Protection Required with David Kozlowsky from 2021-10-11T08:30

According to BLS data, workplace fatalities from falls to a lower level were up from 615 on 2018 to 711 in 2019.

There are many factors that should go into choosing the best fall preventio...

Motivated for Safety? Are your business objectives aligned with your team’s needs? from 2021-09-30T12:00

When it comes to workplace safety, Maslow’s hierarchy of needs can shed light on why you can’t gain real traction in developing your safety culture.  From physiological needs to self-Actualization ...

Moments Make the Leader with Patrick Nelson from 2021-09-13T08:30

In 2005 Patrick Nelson, while serving in the US Army paratroops, had an experience that changed his life and his perspective on being a leader.  Leadership, good or bad, is made up of moments.  On ...

How Workplace Safety Influenced Labor Day - Celebrating the American Worker with Randy Klatt from 2021-08-30T08:30

Back in 1892, President Grover Cleveland signed a law making the first Monday in September of each year the Labor Day holiday.  Do you know the history and the struggle of the American worker that ...

Revoked EUAs with Stephen Badger from 2021-08-16T08:30

In June 2021, the FDA revoked its Emergency Use Authorization for Filtering Facepiece Respirators.  Learn what an EUA is and how it effects the use of non-NIOSH approved N-95 respirator in healthcare.

Don’t Be A Slouch – How Posture Affects Health and Longevity with Al Brown from 2021-08-02T08:30

In a February 2021 article from Harvard Health Publishing, research links some surprising health problems to slouching, including incontinence and constipation.  On this episode of the MEMIC Safety...

OSHA’s Top 10 and How they can Affect your Safety Program with Stephen Badger from 2021-07-19T08:30

In 2020, Fall protection was once again, number one of OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited standards. On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast, Steve Badger, CSP, OHST, and Safety Manag...

Top 5 Causes of Injury During July 4th Weekend from 2021-07-02T08:30

According to the Pew Research Center, during July 4 and 5 more than 90,000 people visit hospital emergency rooms for treatment of injuries sustained during the holiday. This episode will cover safe...

Preventing Heat Stress in the Workplace with Tom Bernard from 2021-06-22T03:52:34

Heat stress is no joke. Exposure to excessive heat and working in hot environments can cause Heat Exhaustion, Heat Cramps, and even Heat Stroke. The stress that heat puts on the body can be deadly...

All Hands on Deck with Al Brown from 2021-06-07T08:30

In 2018, BLS data shows hand, wrist, and finger injuries comprise more than 43% of all upper extremity injuries that caused days away from work.  On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast...

Industrial Athletes with Al Brown and Clayton Cartwright from 2021-05-24T08:30

Workers today face many physical challenges, from a demanding pace to heavy loads and static postures.  While the demands may not be at the same level as a professional athlete, a certain level of ...

Getting Under the Surface of Slip and Fall Injuries with Patrick Dooley from 2021-05-10T08:30

In 2019 the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported there were 190,000 slip and fall events that resulted in time away from work.  60% of those were falls on the same surface.  On this episode of the M...

Implementing Proper Fall Protection with David Kozlowsky from 2021-04-26T08:30

Falls in the workplace are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities. 
Fall hazard exposures exist in almost every industry and finding the right fall protection solution fo...

Distracted Driving Prevention - The Excellent Driver Dilemma with Greg LaRochelle from 2021-04-12T08:30

Stats from 2019 and 2020 show more than a 20% increase in driving related fatalities, the highest it’s been in more than 10 years.  Many of those fatal accidents are caused by a momentary or possib...

OSHA and Workplace Injury Prevention with Gary Orr from 2021-03-29T14:00

Workplace injuries have been around as long as humans have been at work. Prior to 1970 and the promulgation of the Occupational Safety and Health Act there had never been a baseline for workplace ...

Integrating Safety Programs with Joe Collura and Dave Darnley from 2021-03-15T08:30

Safety integration is a term tossed around in most industries.  But not all companies have it wired.  Integrating safety is not just making safety THE priority, but by recognizing it as “a living b...

Safety first? Safety Third? Safety all the time with Randy Klatt and Greg LaRochelle from 2021-03-01T09:30

Studies show that our work has shifted from a 50/50 balance between sedentary and active work to 80% sedentary and 20% active.  Overall that shift has led to a negative effect on our general health...

Introducing the MEMIC Safety Research Center with Lios Pieretti and Mike Bourque from 2021-02-15T10:30

On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast, I speak with Luis Pieretti, Manager of Industrial Hygiene here at MEMIC and Michael Bourque, President and CEO of The MEMIC Group.  Together we ...

Introducing the MEMIC Safety Research Center with Luis Pieretti and Mike Bourque from 2021-02-15T09:30

On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast, I speak with Luis Pieretti, Manager of Industrial Hygiene here at MEMIC and Michael Bourque, President and CEO of The MEMIC Group.  Together we ...

Leg, Muscle, and Knee Safety with Al Brown from 2021-02-01T09:30

Studies show that our work has shifted from a 50/50 balance between sedentary and active work to 80% sedentary and 20% active.  Overall that shift has led to a negative effect on our general health...

Leadership and Ownership with Randy Klatt from 2021-01-18T09:30

"There are no bad teams only bad leaders.” This is a quote from Leif Babin in chapter 2 of the book, “Extreme Ownership, How Navy Seals Lead and Win”. On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Po...

A Fraction on Seasonal Safety from 2021-01-04T09:30

Festivities during the holiday time tend to increase the number of hazards we are exposed to.  We set up decorations, hang lights, bake, depending on the industry, put in more hours at work, and ov...

Shouldering the Load with Al Brown from 2020-12-21T09:30

According to a new study published in Human Factors, shoulder injuries cost industry in western countries $29 Billion dollars a year.  Not only is shoulder injury prevention a smart safety practice...

The Abilene Paradox with Randy Klatt from 2020-12-07T09:30

Ever been right in your head, but wrong out loud because everyone else seemed to think it wasn't a good idea?  Jerry B. Harvey, professor of management science, outlines the Abilene Paradox which d...

A Fraction on Friction - 37 Degrees from 2020-11-23T09:30

Slip and fall injuries always increase in the fall and the winter months.  On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast, we have another installment of our Fractional Safety Series where we ...

One Path Forward - American Society of Safety Professionals with Deb Roy and Alexis Flink from 2020-11-09T09:30

On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast, Alexis Flink, outgoing President of the Maine Chapter of ASSP, Deborah Roy, Current president of ASSP and I talk about the how the American Soci...

Seasonal Farm Worker Safety with Lisa Tapert from 2020-10-26T08:30

The overall health of a person can have a significant effect on their ability to work safely and produce a quality product in a timely manner. Many of our migrant and seasonal farm workers bring wi...

Opioids in the Workplace with Shelby Pedersen from 2020-10-12T08:30

Opioid addiction and use in the workplace have been on the rise in the US.  Employers should have a solid opioid prevention and response plan in place if their circumstances warrants.   On this Epi...

Keeping America's Aging Workforce Safe with Al Brown from 2020-09-28T08:30

According to a 2018 research paper published in Sage Journal’s Workplace Health and Safety, the number of individuals aged 65 and older is projected to double by 2030, On this Episode of the MEMIC ...

Indoor Air Quality with Luis Pieretti from 2020-09-14T08:30

Indoor air quality can make or break a workplace. Understanding some basic concepts around air movement,  ventilation system, off gassing, and fresh air vs re-circulation can help you identify pote...

Safety in the Commercial Kitchen with David Darnley from 2020-08-31T08:30

For the episode, Safety in the Commercial Kitchen, Peter speaks with Dave Darnley, Safety Management Consultant at MEMIC about hazards in the kitchen and strategies to integrate safety into the fas...

Chainsaw Safety Tips and Training with Andy Wood from 2020-08-17T08:30

Chainsaw safety is more than just a pair of chaps and safety glasses. To be a competent sawyer or to consistently use a chainsaw safely takes knowledge of the tool, the tree, and the environment. I...

Safe Patient Handling part 2 with Rob Sylvester and Laurette Wright from 2020-08-03T08:30

Safe patient handling and mobility poses challenges to caregivers across the world. According to OSHA, in 2017, nursing assistants had the second highest number of recordable musculoskeletal disord...

SMART Goals with Randy Klatt from 2020-07-20T08:30

When a workplace injury happens, it is an indication that something within the organization didn’t function the way it was supposed to. Specific, Measurable, Agreed On, Realistic, Time Based - SMAR...

Tick Bite Prevention and Care w/ Andy Wood from 2020-07-06T08:30

If you’ve been outside on a trail, field, or wooded area for work or for recreation this spring or summer, chances are, you someone you were with had a tick on them. Ticks live in damp, grassy, bru...

Preparing for End of Life Dementia Care w/ Dr. Heather McKay from 2020-06-22T08:30

Dementia is a disease that can strip away the very essence of who a friend or loved one once was. It ravages the mind, while, in many cases, leaving the body alone until late in the disease timelin...

How to Manage Claims with Jared Payton from 2020-06-08T08:30

Expect the best, but prepare for the worst, a quote made famous by Zig Ziglar is a good guide when evaluating your workplace safety plan. As a business owner, supervisor, or manager, you have ident...

Safe Patient Handling Part 1 w/ Lauren Caulfield from 2020-05-25T08:30

It is serious work, physically demanding, and can put nurses, caregivers, and their patients at risk of serious injury. Assisting and moving patients happens hundreds if not thousands of times a da...

Fit for Work w/ Dr Delia Roberts from 2020-05-11T08:30

Now more than ever, worker health is a key part to any successful business. Healthy workers tend to be happier, produce more, and can be safer on the job. When a worker is out sick, it leaves the w...

Social Distancing w/ Kevin Roche from 2020-04-27T07:30

Many of us haven’t heard of the term until the current novel coronavirus pandemic. However, this isn’t a new tool at all.  Studies back in the early 2000’s and late 1900’s discuss physical distanci...

Hand Safety w/ Joey Geng from 2020-04-13T08:30

The human hand is one of the most delicate and dexterous instruments we have to interact with the world. With them we can feel the heartbeat of another person, create art and music, pick a flower, ...

Crisis Communication w/ Michael Bourque from 2020-03-30T12:34:07

Crisis can bring about interesting times. Planning for crisis communication, meeting people where they are, and the delivery are all critical parts of the communications puzzle. In this episode I s...

Are you prepared? Violence in the American workplace w/ Rob Sylvester from 2020-03-16T08:30

The OSHA General Duty clause states that every employer has the duty to provide work and a workplace that's free of recognized hazards. As a business owner, are you prepared? Or as a worker, do you...

Infection Control and Prevention w/ Debra Willard Webb from 2020-03-10T18:55:03

Infection control and prevention are always in the news during flu season, but this year we have a new player that is causing more than a stir in the world today, the novel or newest corona virus, ...

Machine Guarding w/ Hartley Webb from 2020-03-02T09:30

According to OSHA’s Machine guarding eTool, there are over 18,000 injuries and 800 deaths each year attributed to worker exposure to unguarded or inadequately guarded machines. Does your workplace ...

A Fraction on Friction: Outdoor Slip and Fall Prevention w/ Peter Koch from 2020-02-17T09:30

On the surface, preventing Slip and Fall events outdoors may seem like a pretty simple topic to address, but unlike preventing slips and falls inside, the outdoor environment adds a level of comple...

Office Ergonomics w/ Maureen Anderson from 2020-02-03T10:00

Office ergonomics is not just about your mouse or your keyboard or your chair. It’s an integrated look at all the factors; human, environmental, and equipment, which affect how we work at a desk. F...

Engaging Safety w/ Lorraine Serva from 2020-01-20T09:30

Employee engagement is not happiness or even job satisfaction. It is the emotional commitment an employee has to the organization and its goals. It means they care about the work. And when someone ...

Up Your NEAT w/ Allan Brown from 2020-01-06T09:30

Do you sit for most of the day? Are you more tired, and sore after getting out of your office chair than you are after a workout? MEMIC’s Director of Ergonomics, Allan Brown, introduces listeners t...

Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention w/ Maureen Anderson from 2019-12-23T09:30

Preventing slip and fall events is more than just signage, giving people slip resistant footwear, or mopping up a spill.  On this episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts podcast, Peter talks with Maure...

Winter Driving Safety w/ Randy Klatt from 2019-12-09T09:30

Every time winter comes around, the number of traffic accidents increases. MEMIC Loss Control Director Randy Klatt shares how you can drive to save lives, time and money, despite the conditions aro...

Holiday Safety Fails and Fixes: Preventing Electrical Fires w/ Hartley Webb from 2019-11-25T09:30

Holiday decoration and Christmas tree fires result in twice the injuries and five times the fatalities per fire as the average winter holiday home fire. Follow MEMIC Safety Management Consultant Ha...

Putting People at the Center of Work - Industrial Ergonomics w/ Allan Brown from 2019-11-11T09:30

Does your back hurt? Is work literally a pain in your neck? Find out from MEMIC’s Director of Ergonomics Allan Brown if workplace ergonomics could be the culprit to some of your most common aches a...

Living with Dementia: A Caregiver’s Guide w/ Dr. Heather McKay from 2019-11-11T09:00

The Alzheimer's Association estimates that 16 million Americans provide unpaid care to people with dementia-related diseases. Special guest Dr. Heather McKay helps us recognize the common symptoms ...

Seasonal Workforce Challenges and Solutions w/ Deb Roy from 2019-11-11T08:30

Ever wonder how the best companies gear up for their busy season? Concerned about how to keep your staff safe when production demands rise? Can your hiring practices keep pace with the demand for e...

Maine Miracle: How MEMIC Changed Workplace Culture w/ Michael Bourque from 2019-11-11T08:00

MEMIC President and CEO Michael Bourque discusses how MEMIC’s experience can teach organizations about safety and initiating a culture change. In the late 80s and early 90s Maine had a terrible saf...

Safety Leadership: Walking the Walk w/ Randy Klatt from 2019-11-08T18:02:44

What does it take to be a leader and motivate a group of people to accomplish a common goal? How do you build credibility and develop trust with your team? Are you able to communicate with humility...