Build a safer workplace

Heavy equipment hazards are often associated with construction and excavation projects. However, many organizations outside of traditional construction industries regularly encounter heavy equipment exposures that can be overlooked.

From lifting heavy equipment to navigating crowded event spaces, young hospitality workers face a variety of safety challenges during the busy fall event season. Discover practical ways employees and supervisors can work together to prevent injuries before they happen.

Very soon faculty, staff, and students will be returning to schools across the country as they prepare for another year of learning. Schools are busy environments where students, employees, and visitors are constantly on the move. And, while much attention is focused on student safety, the leading causes of workplace injuries for school employees continue to be slips, trips, and falls.

In Part One of this two-part episode of the MEMIC Safety Experts Podcast, host Peter Koch sits down with human reliability consultant, educator, and author Jake Mazulewicz to explore the often-overlooked factors that influence human performance, workplace safety, and organizational reliability.

In this episode, we explore how leaders influence workplace safety, shape company culture, and help prevent injuries before they happen. From mentoring new hires and addressing risky behaviors to building psychological safety and accountability, we discuss the leadership practices that keep workers safe and engaged.

Too often, HR and safety teams operate in silos—only collaborating after incidents occur. But what happens when these functions align? The result is a people-first culture that not only prevents injuries but also boosts employee engagement, strengthens leadership, and improves overall organizational performance.