Send us a text What if “human error” is the starting point—not the end—of a safer, smarter workplace? David Bianco sat down with us and discussed what a fair and just culture truly looks like under pressure, why trust always surpasses fear, and how small signals from leaders can influence how work is approached. Host: Danny Smith Guest: David Bianco https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1032442/episodes/9825473-s6ep7-psychological-safety

Send us a text Imagine yourself cruising down the highway, you're feeling confident, the engine hums, and the sun is just starting to dip below the horizon. But what if I told you that confidence could be your downfall? That's precisely the conversation we had with Robyn Robertson from the Traffic Injury Research Foundation. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Robyn Robertson

Send us a text Description 2 The integration of human factors principles into traditional behavioral observation processes transforms safety from a checkbox exercise into meaningful conversations that actually reduce risk. In this deep-dive discussion, consultant Shayne Arnaud draws on decades of experience to reveal why many BBS programs fail to deliver lasting results. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Shayne Arnaud

Send us a text Safety expert Joe Tantarelli joins Tim Page-Bottorff once again to conduct a "postmortem" on failed behavior-based safety (BBS) programs, examining the root causes with surgical precision. So, what's really wrong with BBS? Short answer: nothing. Tune in to find out what the problem is. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Joe Tantarelli

Send us a text What separates the world's safest organizations from the rest? In this riveting conversation with our closing keynote speaker for the 2025 SafeStart Forum, Larry Pearlman, we'll take a deep dive into the practices that truly elite companies employ to achieve exceptional safety performance. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Larry Pearlman

Send us a text What do country music songwriting and safety culture have in common? More than you might think, according to Nashville songwriter Jimmy Yeary. Jimmy, who has written hits for Kenny Chesney, Martina McBride, Tim McGraw, and George Strait, shares his philosophy on storytelling that has made him a sought-after songwriter in the country music world. He also happens to be this years opening keynote at the SafeStart Forum! Host: Danny Smith Guest: Jimmy Yeary

Send us a text Safety doesn't clock out when we leave work—it becomes even more personal when applied to those we love most. Tyler Keith, a 14-year veteran at SafeStart, takes us on a journey through the everyday moments where safety concepts transform from workplace principles to family wisdom. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Tyler Keith

Send us a text Over the years, there have been many discussions about the usefulness of behavior-based safety (BBS). This discussion (not interview) between Tim and Shayne takes us behind the curtain of BBS implementation, revealing both its foundational strengths and historical missteps. Host Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Shayne Arnaud

Send us a text Ready to revolutionize your safety program? SafeStart's Client Portal is the game-changer you've been waiting for. This comprehensive digital hub centralizes all SafeStart resources, making safety implementation more streamlined and effective than ever before. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Dennis Carnrike

Send us a text Lake living offers tranquil beauty and endless recreation, but boating safety demands vigilance even from experienced enthusiasts. Danny Smith and Keith Carpenter, both lakeside residents and avid boaters, share essential wisdom acquired through years on the water, including a sobering reality check on recent statistics. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Keith Carpenter

Send us a text As temperatures climb across North America, the dangers of heat-related illnesses loom large for everyone—not just those in desert climates. This critical episode dives deep into the potentially life-threatening nature of heat stroke, a condition that strikes when the body's core temperature exceeds 104°F (40°C). Host: Tim Page-Bottorff https://safestart.com/news/beware-hidden-human-factors-hot-weather/ https://safestart.com/news/youre-not-just-hot-how-to-identify-heat-related-...

Send us a text The age-old question faced by many safety professionals isn't whether to implement human factors safety training, but rather where to begin. Should you start with leadership development through SafeLead or build individual safety skills with SafeStart? Our safety implementation specialists join us to help answer this crucial question. Host: Danny Smith Guests: Deric Ostrum and Kevin Nix

Send us a text What happens when safety leaders don't have accurate information about their own organization's safety culture? In this enlightening conversation with Rodd Wagner, New York Times bestselling author and SafeStart executive advisor, we explore the dangers of "flying blind" when it comes to workplace safety management. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Rodd Wagner

Send us a text What happens when a Nashville hitmaker's approach to crafting chart-topping songs collides with workplace safety? Meet Jimmy, the country music songwriter behind hits for Kenny Chesney, Martina McBride, Tim McGraw, and George Strait. He's our opening keynote speaker at the SafeStart Forum this year, and he explains the similarities between writing a hit song and telling an impactful safety story. Host: Danny Smith Guest: Jimmy Yeary

Send us a text Join us as we look behind the scenes at the world's safest organizations—companies operating in high-risk industries like chemicals, utilities, and transportation that have achieved extraordinary safety records. This is just a snippet of what you'll get with Larry as the closing keynote speaker at this year's SafeStart Forum. His keynote will be an interactive capstone activity on what it takes to achieve these extraordinary results, which he learned from his 20-plus years in t...

Send us a text The SafeLead client portal might be the most valuable safety resource you've never heard of. In this enlightening conversation, host Tim Page-Bottorf welcomes Jeremy Hyde, a passionate SafeStart and SafeLead consultant, to reveal the hidden power of this comprehensive digital toolkit many organizations overlook. Host: Tim Page-Bottorff Guest: Jeremy Hyde https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1032442/episodes/13773325-s11ep14-success-factors-for-safestart-the-white-paper

Send us a text Have you ever heard your office personnel say things like, "Why do we have to attend safety training? We never go out into the plant."? This podcast explores several key office safety concerns, beginning with the universal risk of driving to and from work that affects all employees regardless of position. Host: Danny Smith

Send us a text What happens when a multigenerational steel company with deep-rooted traditions transforms its approach to safety leadership? The results extended far beyond incident rates, creating ripple effects throughout the organization's culture and performance. Take a look behind the scenes of Metallus' remarkable journey with SafeLead. This candid conversation reveals how the frontline leadership process changed not only their organization but their personal lives as well. Host:...

Send us a text Can resilience be the secret ingredient that transforms an organization's safety culture? Flip your thinking of human factors from human error to the positive aspects with things like intelligence, creativity, adaptability, and empathy. This discussion highlights the significance of fostering resilience, enabling businesses to respond effectively to undesired events and proactively prevent them, creating a culture that thrives on learning and improvement. Host: Tim Page-Bottor...

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to benefitting from the SafeLead Refresher course. Learn how to rejuvenate your leadership approach to human factors. With any new skill set, you get a lot of tools to go in your toolbox. The SafeLead Refresher course brings all of the tools out of the toolbox to ensure they're being used to their full potential. This episode explores the myriad ways this process empowers leaders—boosting confidence in team communication, learning how to use the learning loop...