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Utility Safety Podcast by Incident Prevention Magazine

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Frequency: 1 episode/14d. Total Eps: 143

Come listen to an extension of some of the excellent utility safety & ops safety content published in Incident Prevention magazine. Dive deeper into insightful safety topics by hearing interviews with the some of the best and brightest minds in the industry! Learn more about Incident Prevention magazine at incident-prevention.com

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Utility Safety Podcast - Deep Dive - Equipotential Grounding - Lessons Learned in the Field Written by Dwight Miller, CLCP, CUSP

Episode 104

Monday, March 10, 2025 • Duration 13:13

Equipotential grounding is a critical safety practice that protects utility workers from electrical hazards by equalizing voltage levels at the worksite. In this episode, we delve into real-world lessons learned from the field, highlighting the importance of establishing an effective equipotential zone (EPZ) to prevent harmful electrical currents from passing through the body. We discuss how improper grounding techniques can transform routine tasks into dangerous situations and emphasize the necessity of continuous training to maintain a safety-first mindset. Additionally, we explore the challenges posed by grounding on various structures and the role of personal protective equipment in safeguarding workers. Understanding and implementing proper grounding methods are essential steps toward ensuring the well-being of lineworkers and maintaining compliance with safety standards.

Read the article here written by Dwight Miller, CLCP, CUSP - https://incident-prevention.com/blog/equipotential-grounding-lessons-learned-in-the-field/

Key Takeaways:

•Equipotential Zone (EPZ): Creating an EPZ ensures that all conductive objects at the worksite are at the same electrical potential, minimizing the risk of electrical shock.

•Temporary Grounds and Bonds: Proper installation of temporary grounding and bonding at the worksite is essential to protect workers from accidental re-energization or induced voltages.

•Continuous Training: Ongoing education and vigilance are vital in reinforcing safe grounding practices and preventing complacency among utility workers.

•Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Utilizing appropriate PPE, such as dielectric footwear and insulating gloves, adds an extra layer of protection against electrical hazards.

#EquipotentialGrounding #UtilitySafety #ElectricalSafety #LineworkerTraining #WorkplaceSafety #GroundingTechniques #SafetyFirst #IncidentPrevention

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Tailgate Topics - The Dangers of Distraction: Staying Focused in High-Risk Utility Work by Scott Perrin

Episode 103

Monday, March 3, 2025 • Duration 34:55

In this episode of Tailgate Topics, host Rod Courtney is joined by Nick from Utility Business Media to discuss one of the biggest safety risks in the utility industry—distractions. Inspired by Scott Perrin’s article, The Dangers of Distraction: Staying Focused in a High-Risk Environment, this conversation dives into how mental drift, complacency, fatigue, and technology impact workplace safety.

Read the article: https://incident-prevention.com/blog/the-dangers-of-distraction-staying-focused-in-a-high-risk-environment/

From distraction-related vehicle accidents to the role of fatigue and stress in high-risk environments, this episode explores real-world examples and practical strategies for reducing workplace hazards. Tune in to learn how small changes in awareness and environment can help prevent serious injuries and fatalities in the utility industry.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Distractions are unavoidable, but they can be managed.

✔️ Fatigue, complacency, and stress increase the risk of accidents.

✔️ Cell phones and modern technology are major workplace distractions.

✔️ Taking scheduled breaks and staying mindful can improve focus and safety.

✔️ Vehicle accidents due to distracted driving are a growing financial burden for utilities.

✔️ Simple steps, like identifying distractions and using hands-free devices, can help reduce risk.

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Article Review - Hand Protection for Electrical Shock and Arc Flash Hazards

Episode 94

Friday, December 6, 2024 • Duration 14:45

Hand Protection for Electrical Shock and Arc Flash Hazards

Written by Hugh Hoagland and Zarheer Jooma, BSEE, M.S. on October 1, 2024. Posted in Worksite Safety.

Read the article here: https://incident-prevention.com/blog/hand-protection-for-electrical-shock-and-arc-flash-hazards/

Ensuring proper hand protection against electrical shock and arc flash hazards is vital for worker safety. This podcast delves into the evolution of protective gloves, highlighting advancements in multihazard protection, safe work practices, glove testing methods, and updates on international standards.

Key Takeaways:

•Evolution of Hand Protection: Transition from basic leather gloves to advanced multihazard protective gear.

•Standards and Testing: Overview of ASTM D120-22 specifications and glove testing procedures.

•Safe Work Practices: Importance of integrating proper glove use into daily safety protocols.

•International Standards Updates: Recent developments in global standards for electrical safety gloves.

FAQs: 1. What are the main types of hand protection used for electrical work?

There are two main types of hand protection used for electrical work:

Rubber Insulating Gloves: These gloves are designed to protect against electrical shock. They are made of specialized rubber that is electrically strong and tested to withstand high voltages. They are classified according to their maximum AC use voltage, ranging from Class 00 (500V) to Class 4 (36kV).

2. Why are protector gloves worn over rubber insulating gloves? 3. What are the key considerations for selecting hand protection for electrical work? 4. How often should rubber insulating gloves be tested? 5. What are the recent advancements in hand protection for electrical work? 6. What are the challenges of hand protection in clean room environments? 7. How do international standards compare to US standards for hand protection? 8. What should workers do when exposed to both shock and arc flash hazards?

Utility Safety Solutions: An Innovative New Tool that Removes the Danger of Cutting Underground Primary Cables

Season 1 · Episode 4

Tuesday, February 23, 2021 • Duration 19:30

We caught up with Ryan Berg from Greenlee to learn about their innovative remote cutter tool that puts the worker at a safe distance when cutting primary underground cables. Ryan tells all about the safety aspects of the cutter and many of the other safety initiatives happening at Greenlee--and he'll even share a tale about his celebrity encounter with a member of popular rock band, Cheap Trick!

Utility Safety Solutions is a podcast that provides utility safety and ops professionals with an in-depth look at innovative products, services and strategies that help reduce incidents and increase safety success. Incident Prevention Associate Publisher Kurt Moreland looks for the most exciting and timely solutions happening in the industry right now and sits down to talk with the folks who bring those products to you. Utility Safety Solutions is published by the team at Incident Prevention magazine. Learn more at incident-prevention.com/podcasts.

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Utility Safety Solutions: Cold Weather Strategies with Ty Fenton from Safety One Training

Season 1 · Episode 2

Friday, January 29, 2021 • Duration 18:33

Cold weather is dangerous. Being prepared for extreme weather is vital for utility workers who must endure harshly cold weather. We caught up with Ty Fenton from Safety One Training to get some important insights and strategies on how you can make sure your workers are ready for the conditions.

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Utility Safety Voice of Experience with Danny Raines: Understanding Lone Worker Limitations

Season 1 · Episode 1

Tuesday, January 26, 2021 • Duration 18:11

Welcome to an all-new podcast based on Incident Prevention's magazine very popular column called the Voice of Experience, written by Danny Raines. Danny worked for Georgia Power for 40 years and has been consulting and educating utilities and utility contractors ever since. He’s been one of the most popular speakers at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo and at the iP Institute's webinar events.

We’re very excited to bring Danny’s extensive knowledge and experience to our podcast by launching this Voice of Experience channel. We hope you will join us throughout the year as Danny provides utility safety & ops professionals like you with impactful utility safety and ops insights and observations.

In this episode, Danny talks in greater detail about lone worker limitations, a subject he covered in his column for the December 2020-January 2021 issue of Incident Prevention magazine.

This podcast is published by the same team at Incident Prevention magazine. Learn more at incident-prevention.com/podcasts.

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From the Olympics to the Utility Field: Dr. Kevin Rindal, DC on Preventing Soft Tissue Injuries

Episode 93

Sunday, December 1, 2024 • Duration 31:56

In this episode of the Incident Prevention Utility Safety Podcast, Kate Wade interviews Dr. Kevin Rindal, DC, chiropractor, human performance expert, and co-founder of Vimocity. Drawing from his extensive experience with the U.S. Olympic Swim Team and industrial athletes, Dr. Rindal shares insights on preventing soft tissue injuries, implementing dynamic warmup programs, and securing organizational buy-in for holistic well-being strategies. Learn how utilities can leverage sports medicine principles to enhance safety, reduce costs, and improve workers’ quality of life.

Key Takeaways

Industrial Athletes and Soft Tissue Injuries: How utility workers face similar physical demands to athletes and the role of dynamic preparation in reducing injury rates.
Proactive vs. Reactive Approaches: The importance of addressing leading indicators like pain to prevent more significant injuries or reliance on opioids and other pain mitigations.
Integration with Daily Routines: Methods to seamlessly incorporate warmups, muscle maintenance, and recovery into existing workflows, making it scalable for smaller organizations.
Leveraging Technology and Gamification: How apps, micro learning, and team challenges foster engagement and create sustainable safety habits.
Leadership and Culture: The critical role of leadership buy-in at all levels in making safety and well-being programs successful.

Connect with Kevin:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinrindal/
Email - kevin@vimocity.com

Resource Links:

Short form job-task specific training video | LINK
Dynamic/ Full-body movement routine (5 min or less) | LINK
Avoid Slips, Trips and Falls video |

Safety by Design: Transforming Utility Safety with Pam Tompkins, CUSP

Episode 92

Sunday, December 1, 2024 • Duration 19:50

In this episode of the Safety by Design podcast, Pam Tompkins, CUSP, shares her extensive 40-year journey in the utility safety industry. Pam dives into the critical importance of intentional safety planning and proactive assessments, emphasizing the need for quality over quantity in safety initiatives. With insights drawn from her global consulting experience, Pam provides actionable strategies to design systems that protect both employees and organizations. She also previews her upcoming article series in Incident Prevention Magazine, which will provide a deep dive into transforming safety practices for utility professionals.

Key Takeaways

Proactive Assessments are Vital: Most safety assessments are reactive, conducted after incidents occur. Pam stresses the need for proactive assessments to prevent significant injuries or fatalities.
Quality Over Quantity: Simply adding more safety initiatives doesn't translate to better safety outcomes. Organizations must ensure their programs are effective and aligned.
Importance of Standards: Leveraging ANSI and ISO standards can guide organizations in creating robust safety systems.
Systemic Alignment Matters: Safety programs should align at all organizational levels to ensure effectiveness and consistency.
Baseline and Metrics: Establishing a baseline and measurable goals for every safety initiative is essential for tracking success.

Relevant Hashtags

#SafetyByDesign #UtilitySafety #ProactiveSafety #CUSPLeadership #IncidentPrevention #WorkplaceSafety

You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine.

Subscribe to Incident Prevention Magazine - https://incident-prevention.com/subscribe-now/

Utility Safety Podcast - Deep Dive into iP's Q&A Oct/Nov Issue written by Jim Vaughn, CUSP

Episode 91

Monday, November 18, 2024 • Duration 28:28

Utility Safety Podcast - Deep Dive into iP's Q&A Oct/Nov Issue written by Jim Vaughn, CUSP

Read the article: https://incident-prevention.com/blog/october-november-2024-qa/

This conversation delves into Jim Vaughn’s article for iP Magazine.

The "October-November 2024 Q&A" article on Incident Prevention addresses critical safety concerns in the utility industry, focusing on the management of SF6 gas switches, OSHA regulations regarding hot-line clamps, and the handling of insulated elbows in pad-mounted transformers. The article provides practical guidance for utility professionals to enhance safety protocols and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Key Takeaways:

SF6 Gas Switches: Due to environmental concerns, SF6 gas switches are being phased out. Leaking switches must be addressed promptly to avoid regulatory issues. An audit of existing breakers is recommended to develop a replacement program.
OSHA Regulations on Hot-Line Clamps: OSHA does not explicitly prohibit the use of hot-line clamps to make or break loads, provided that employees are not exposed to hazards during the operation. Employers should ensure that devices used are designed to handle the current involved and that safety protocols are strictly followed.
Handling Insulated Elbows: Insulated elbows in pad-mounted transformers are not considered safe to touch with bare hands, even when wearing rubber gloves. Manufacturers advise against handling energized elbows due to potential safety risks.

#UtilitySafety #SF6GasSwitches #OSHACompliance #ElectricalSafety #IncidentPrevention

You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine.

From Operations to Safety: Journey and Insights From Mike Starner, CUSP, Director of Outside Line Safety at NECA

Episode 90

Monday, November 4, 2024 • Duration 22:48

Welcome to the Utility Safety Podcast, recorded live at the IP Utility Safety Conference! In this episode, host Nick, Creative & Marketing Director for UBM, sits down with Mike Starner, Executive Director of Outside Line Safety at NECA. Mike shares his unique journey from field operations to safety leadership, emphasizing the crucial intersection of safety and operations. Discover how evolving safety philosophies, mental health awareness, and frontline leadership can drive meaningful change in the utility industry. Key topics include safety management history, human and organizational performance, and the critical role of human connection in creating a safer work environment.

Key Takeaways:

Mike Starner's path from hands-on operations to becoming a safety advocate
How safety management philosophies have evolved over time
The impact of human behavior and mental health on workplace safety
The importance of frontline leaders actively engaging with their crews
Practical steps and resources, like partnering with the 988 crisis helpline, to support worker well-being

#UtilitySafety #SafetyLeadership #MentalHealthAwareness #HumanPerformance #SafetyManagement #ConstructionSafety #UtilityConference #WorkplaceWellness #Leadership #SafetyCulture

Mike Starner is the Director of Outside Line Safety for the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA). Mike is a Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) and an OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer. Mike has 29 years of operational and safety management experience in the electric utility field, including time with investor-owned utilities and electrical contractors before joining NECA.

You can read the current magazine at Incident Prevention Magazine.

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