Safety Wars

The Why Matters

March 15, 2022 19:03 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MB

Jim discusses "The Why" and how it is important to safety management. He shares two stories. The first is from a project he worked on where the safety professional could not answer the why. Jim to the rescue and making a new friend. The second why is from his adopted community from over 50 years ago with a school bus and a freight train. A School bus from Nyack High School crossed a set of railroad tracks and was struck by a train. 5 people were killed along with 40 people injured. It ...

Abrasive Blasting Story

March 08, 2022 19:51 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MB

Today on Safety Wars Jim discusses Abrasive Blasting, Sea Lioning, Learning Teams, and challenges with Industrial Hygiene Issues and an Abrasive Blasting Crew. This could be called a continuation of the Sea Lioning Episode. For Training and other Health and Safety needs call us at 845-269-5772 or [email protected].

Sea Lioning

March 07, 2022 19:20 - 12 minutes

Today Jim discusses Sea Lioning, that is disingenuous arguments and questions that wastes your time. Visit us at www.safetywars.com for training and H&S oversight that is not boring please contact us.

Accident Management Planning

February 22, 2022 03:46 - 11 minutes

Jim talks about the importance of having an accident management plan.

One Star Away, Imogene Salva

February 10, 2022 04:17 - 42 minutes

Today on Safety Wars we mark the 82nd Anniversary of the Polish Ex-patriation to Siberia and Ark Angel Russia by the former Soviet Union in WW2. Some estimates run to 1.7 million Polish Lives lost, including over 10 in my family alone. My mother, grandmother and aunt were the lucky few survivors. We talk today with Imogene Salva, author of “One Star Away”. her family’s story of hope, faith, and forgiveness after enduring the Hell of the Soviet Communists. Today on Safety Wars. For video...

Sneak Peek One Star Away Interview with Imogene Salva

February 05, 2022 01:54 - 1 minute - 1.92 MB

This is a short sneak peak of an interview I did with Imogene Salva, Author of "One Star Away", her family's story of exile during WW2 in the Soviet Union. Her story, is the story of an estimated 2 million Poles (including over a dozen people in my family that didn't make it). It's a story of one woman's faith, a family's hope, and resiliency. This full episode will be released on Thursday, February 10th, 2022.

The New Goal Zero of the US DOT

February 03, 2022 17:57 - 11 minutes

The US DOT is pursuing a zero goal for fatalities. What are some of the pitfalls of those polices? Brought to you by Jim Poesl of Safety Wars. Visit us at www.safetywars.com or call us at 201-984-5625 or email us at [email protected] to schedule your safety training today. We also do site work including audits, industrial hygiene, and general safety at construction sites. #safetywars, #jimpoesl #jayallen #safetyfm

What is Safety?

February 01, 2022 02:41 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB

Safety. We always talk about it, but we never mention what it is. Jim delves into a discussion on what safety is. This is a very relevant question because it is impacting our public health policy.

85 NIOSH Respirators

January 25, 2022 17:37 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MB

From Fallout Shelter Studio's in Rockland County, NY this is Safety Wars. On today's episode we discuss the current craze over N-95 respirator's and the employers requirements. Bottom line: NIOSH certified respirators (dust masks/n-95's) have specific requirements under OSHA, if you are using other than a NIOSH Certified respirator or 'face covering" you probably need to do training on that also. Call us at 845-694-4170 or [email protected] to schedule your training today.

Choose Your Battles

January 20, 2022 00:23 - 3 minutes - 5.38 MB

In the Safety War you need to choose your battles. You don't want to be distracted, because distractions mean your workplace is less safe.

83 Education vs. Experience

January 15, 2022 19:48 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MB

A brief discussion on the Education vs. Experience debate.

Paying for the Sins of Your Predecessor

January 14, 2022 19:43 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MB

A brief discussion on dealing with the issues your predecessor might have left you.

Happy New Year.

December 31, 2021 04:41 - 5 minutes - 7.79 MB

Jim wishes everyone a Happy New Year and declares Jay Allen and Todd Conklin "Safety Mystics". He also wraps up with the last lines of Terminator 3 Judgement Day to describe what we went through in 2021

Communication & Accountability

December 29, 2021 22:38 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MB

A talk on how to effectively using safety meetings to your advantage. How they are used to manage workforces both positively and negatively. We can help you put those safety meetings together.

Calculated Risk

December 29, 2021 01:53 - 7 minutes - 10.7 MB

A brief discussion on "Calculated Risk". What does it exactly mean and what questions do you need to ask or consider?

78 Happy Holidays

December 24, 2021 02:56 - 33 seconds - 786 KB

Happy Holidays from our Safety Wars Family.

Foot Protection Story

December 22, 2021 03:21 - 10 minutes - 14.1 MB

Jim's story, it's a story we all have heard, I won't wear safety-toed shoes because they will cut off my toes. How do we handle this situation?

The General Duty Clause

December 16, 2021 04:46 - 6 minutes - 9.4 MB

A brief discussion of the general duty clause

Charlie's Birthday

December 15, 2021 04:12 - 6 minutes - 9.23 MB

How do we handle stress at holiday times, and the holiday blues. Jim's family came up with a novel idea "Charlie's Birthday" after a serious loss. Ritual is one way of getting through tough times.

SMART Goals

December 14, 2021 04:10 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MB

A brief discussion on SMART Goals. Does your organization have them? They can be used as a tool for you or against you.

73 The Why IS Important

December 13, 2021 03:33 - 6 minutes - 9.24 MB

A brief commentary on Why? Why are you doing what you are doing?

30-Hour Marine Terminals Outreach Training

December 10, 2021 03:21 - 10 minutes - 14.1 MB

Today on Safety Wars, OSHA Marine Terminals Outreach Training. Jim discusses the requirements of OSHA Outreach Training for Marine Terminals.

71 Wildlife Conservation Film Festivals

November 25, 2021 14:07 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MB

Happy Thanksgiving. Today we have a special episode of Safety Wars with an interview of Chris Gervais of Wildlife Conservation Film Festivals (wcff.org). Starting today he is hosting Wildlife Conservation Film Festivals on Xerb.tv

70 Dealing with Liars

November 13, 2021 13:52 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MB

Jim was "triggered" this week from what he heard on the Rated R Safety Show with Jay Allen (on Safety FM). Jay spoke about people going to HR when they don't like people. Jim is no stranger to that situation, it goes beyond that usually with safety people where they outright lie about you. What do you do about it? Jim has some stories (as usual) and some suggestions.

69 ETS Covid Ongoing Questions

November 11, 2021 13:28 - 16 minutes - 23 MB

Jim comments on the ETS standard and answers questions from the OSHA website. https://www.osha.gov/coronavirus/ets2/faqs is the reference. This is the second take of the episode. The first take was dry, so Jim decided to re-record the entire thing, that happens some times. For more questions send Jim an email at [email protected].

68 Emergency Temporary Standard for Covid

November 06, 2021 12:16 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MB

Jim encourages people to participate in the public comment period for the regulation. Also, where are we going with this standard? It seems like this is a change in policy in requiring an employee to do something outside of the workplace. Is this where we want to go?

Safety in the News October 31, 2021

October 31, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MB

Jim discusses the OSHA Top 10 Citation list for FY 2021, the new OSHA Administrator, and the Heat Stress Standard.

66 Vaccine Mandate Questions

October 30, 2021 17:28 - 5 minutes - 8.23 MB

A brief discussion on the Vaccine Mandates. Jim asks the question, has this really been thought out as far as the costs vs. the benefits of vaccine mandates. Especially with first responders. Note: Jim and his entire family who is eligible have vaccinations, Jim is neither for or against vaccine mandates, just asking questions.

Are people ignoring you during emergencies

October 24, 2021 14:48 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MB

Jim discusses a situation where someone refused to leave a burning process area.

Safety in the News October 23, 2021

October 23, 2021 14:13 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MB

Trying something new. Today I discuss an interview I saw on GMA 3 of DR. Arjun Ventatesh on Covid-19 vaccination in the Black and LantinX communities. I relate it to Episode 63 where we need safety professionals to step up and take a leadership role in their organizations. We discuss the ongoing Alec Baldwin and movie "Rust" incident from this week, and the importance of taking leading indicators and acting on them, and of course make sure you CYA and have the correct documentation on hand.

The Safety Show

October 15, 2021 02:47 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MB

Jim Poesl Mega Rant--I'm getting back to my roots. Be the leaders that we need to be. It gets real good at about 13:40. We discuss the safety show that Jim had to participate in at the Doctor. Note: I had a previous copy uploaded that I had to update with some edits.

Conclusion to Disaster Response Month

October 01, 2021 01:15 - 8 minutes - 11.1 MB

We had some difficulties with the audio on head, foot, hearing, and eye protection. I ended up having to reshoot everything and combine it into one YouTube video at Jim Poesl's Safety Wars. I included the conclusion to my sessions on Disaster Preparedness here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXibwDf53eQ

Interview with Dawn Becker Durnin

September 29, 2021 02:24 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MB

Today we speak with Dawn Becker Durning the Vice President of People First Property and Casualty Insurance. Her linked in Profile is https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnmbecker/.

Safety Wars Live Episode 2 Disaster Hand Protection

September 23, 2021 01:35 - 12 minutes - 16.8 MB

We are continuing on our Disaster Response Month Theme. We are talking about hand protection. This is part of our YouTube channel Jim Poesl's Safety Wars, view the video and subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChaqVunN9iBElvopscUAXlA

Safety Wars Live Episode 1

September 20, 2021 00:56 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MB

My commentary on the proposed vaccination mandate. Recorded live from Clarkstown, NY. To see me record this go to. https://youtu.be/rJhuV-KUpSE

Three Questions

September 17, 2021 11:07 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MB

This is probably going to be one of the more controversial episodes. We discuss 3 questions you need to ask Disaster Managers or Safety Professionals. These questions will "put them on the hot seat". We also delve into toxicology a little.

9-11-2021 Commentary

September 11, 2021 11:57 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MB

Jim's commentary on 9-11-2021. Please remember 9-11 and pray for the survivors and those with ongoing illnesses from 9-11. Please share your memories of that day.

Disaster Preparedness: First Aid, CPR, AED, and Long Term Medical Problems During a Disaster

September 10, 2021 14:18 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MB

A brief discussion on what you need to think about on First Aid, CPR, AED, and managing long term medical problems during a disaster. Safety Wars does First Aid, CPR, and AED Training. Contact us at [email protected]

Disaster Preparedness Food

September 10, 2021 02:53 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MB

A brief discussion on food supplies and preparing for disasters.

Disaster Preparedness: Drinking Water

September 09, 2021 01:31 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MB

A brief discussion on planning on having enough drinking water for an emergency. Refer back to Episode 53 on Types of Disaster Scenarios.

What is a Disaster?

September 04, 2021 14:04 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MB

Jim discusses what a disaster is and his 4 disaster scenarios. Contact Jim at [email protected] with any comments

Disaster Preparedness Month Intro

September 02, 2021 00:35 - 5 minutes - 7.1 MB

We are changing things up this month. Since it is Disaster Preparation Month here in the US, all of our programs will have a disaster response theme. Send any ideas to us at [email protected]

Construction Worker Suicide

August 27, 2021 03:08 - 5 minutes - 7.67 MB

50th Episode (after the trailer--Episode 1). We will have a special program in the near future, but this episode will focus on Worker Suicide.

Paralympics and Safety

August 26, 2021 03:02 - 5 minutes - 7.15 MB

A short discussion on the Paralympics and treating all people equally.

Safety and HR

August 19, 2021 03:25 - 8 minutes - 11.1 MB

Work with HR, get stuff in writing. Don't get caught in the trap of doing HR's work for them.

Having an Accident Management Program

August 18, 2021 00:34 - 7 minutes - 10 MB

Warning. Explicit content. We discuss the importance of having an accident management program and treating accidents with a medical evaluation prior to the company taking the blame for a situation. In this case a man was having marital issues and wanted to blame the company. Also, the importance of maintaining confidentiality.f

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