The Safety Geek coaches and trains workplace safety managers, who struggle with support and commitment, effective strategies to change their company’s culture and to become safety leaders. I am dedicated to helping the industrial safety manager improve their health and safety program. Whether you are an experienced EHS professional or you are new to the safety field, I am here to guide you to implement the best workplace safety program. Every week I will answer questions that have come in through the website or dive deep into a safety topic; I will cover issues such as management commitment, safety cu...
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Sep 28, 2026 · 40:19
You were really good at your job, somebody noticed, and you got promoted into safety. You learned as you went and got good at it... but somewhere along the way, you built a…
Sep 21, 2026 · 40:19
You had the regulation AND the data. You explained it clearly... and a manager still looked at you and said, "We're not going to do that right now." So you explained it again. A…
Sep 14, 2026 · 49:34
You walk into a management meeting with something that actually matters. A hazard, a training gap, a piece of equipment that's going to hurt somebody. And you watch their eyes…
Sep 7, 2026 · 33:14
Every inspection, every policy, every training, every near-miss follow-up routes back to you, and the to-do list never ends. You're the department of one. Being overwhelmed in…
Aug 31, 2026 · 36:11
You were taught to know the regulations cold, enforce the rules, and catch what people are doing wrong — and that training is exactly what is capping your career. In this episode…
Aug 24, 2026 · 44:01
This episode lays out the complete roadmap from safety manager to safety executive, starting with why safety gets handed all the responsibility and none of the authority. It…
Feb 23, 2026 · 46:22
This episode explores the critical importance of women's PPE safety and how properly fitting gear transforms workplace safety for women in the trades. It covers the risks of…
Jan 5, 2026 · 29:40
This podcast explores the challenges with traditional safety goal setting and presents ethical strategies that focus on controllable actions. Learn how reframing safety goals…
Dec 15, 2025 · 19:30
This episode explores how traditional safety program structures limit engagement and offers a step-by-step guide to redesign roles and processes. Discover strategies to…
Dec 8, 2025 · 19:30
This post shares five practical strategies to enhance supervisor accountability in safety management without overwhelming them. Learn how to integrate safety into existing…
Nov 24, 2025 · 37:28
This episode explores the crucial role of mental health in safety management, highlighting resources for employees, navigating mental health claims, and fostering psychological…
Oct 13, 2025 · 35:54
In this episode, we explore the critical importance of safety in new business acquisitions. Discover best practices for effective safety program evaluations, onboarding…
Sep 22, 2025 · 36:51
In this episode of the Safety Geek Podcast, we dive into the top safety issues faced in the workplace, sharing five real-world challenges from firsthand experience. Gain insights…
Sep 15, 2025 · 42:23
In this episode, I answer the question, "What were the worst safety issues I've experienced?" Learn valuable lessons from real-world incidents and discover practical strategies…
Aug 11, 2025 · 19:52
This podcast discusses effective strategies for influencing contractor safety practices on long-term projects. Learn how to foster a safety culture, implement effective training,…
Aug 4, 2025 · 22:16
In this podcast episode, we explore safety management in the public sector and discuss the unique challenges faced by government organizations. We'll reveal strategies to build…
Jul 28, 2025 · 46:19
In this episode, we explore five transformative steps to empower your team and create a strong safety culture in the workplace. Learn how to shift from traditional safety…
Jul 7, 2025 · 18:11
In this episode, explore the transformative experiences of Wesley Sanchez, a Safety Management Academy graduate. Wesley shares his journey from feeling isolated in his safety…
Jun 30, 2025 · 23:49
In this episode, we explore the importance of cultivating a leadership mindset in safety management. Discover actionable strategies to show leadership without a title, enhance…
Jun 23, 2025 · 36:43
In this episode, we explore the transformative impact of AI on workplace safety management. Learn how AI technologies are reshaping safety roles, automating mundane tasks, and…
Jun 16, 2025 · 18:15
In this episode, we explore how common habits may be holding you back from becoming an influential safety leader. Learn how to communicate effectively, prioritize proactive…
Jun 9, 2025 · 22:43
Are you still using the same safety tactics you were taught years ago? In this episode, we explore why outdated safety methods are failing today's workforce and what safety…
Jun 2, 2025 · 33:08
In this episode of the Safety Geek Podcast, we explore the often-overlooked power of the safety manager role. You'll learn why true safety leadership isn't about managing people…
May 26, 2025 · 18:45
In this episode, we explore how the economic climate impacts safety careers and how professionals can secure their jobs. Brye shares stories and practical advice: invest in…
May 19, 2025 · 25:56
After a 16-month break from recording, Brye Sargent returns to the podcast to reconnect with listeners, share personal updates, and explain the reasons behind her extended…
Jan 29, 2024 · 13:41
Safety management is a dynamic field, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for professionals in the industry. The ever-changing nature of the job can be both exciting…
Jan 15, 2024 · 14:54
In workplace safety, creating an effective safety program hinges on a crucial element: accountability. A robust accountability system not only ensures adherence to policies and…
Jan 1, 2024 · 12:39
In the job of safety management, professionals often find themselves caught in a paradox. Despite being appointed to oversee safety, they lack the authority to enforce it. This…
Dec 18, 2023 · 20:16
In the world of workplace safety, the phrase "Workplace Safety and Accountability" stands out as a crucial factor in shaping a positive organizational culture. There are many…
Dec 4, 2023 · 25:41
Embarking on a career as a safety manager can be a fulfilling journey, but without a well-thought-out plan, it's easy to get lost in the complexities of professional growth. In…
Nov 20, 2023 · 24:12
In this episode, discover six key steps to fortify and elevate your safety management career. From understanding the dynamic job market to embracing a unique position that spans…
Nov 6, 2023 · 19:46
In this podcast, we explored the world of safety management, a unicorn profession offering job security and growth potential without the need for a college degree. Safety…
Oct 9, 2023 · 21:37
Changing behaviors is crucial to achieving success as a safety manager. But, we all know it isn't easy. In fact, influencing others to change their behavior is one of the hardest…
Sep 27, 2023 · 15:16
It might seem that public speaking has nothing to do with safety but it does. In fact, being a public speaker can help solidify your career as a safety professional. Tune in to…
Aug 21, 2023 · 20:31
A widespread myth is that a company policy will always be followed. You might find that shocking and even funny but most people in management believe that. Even new safety…
Jul 31, 2023 · 31:31
Most of the time, people think that safety is all about complying with government regulations. Well, it's true that we do need to comply. But, psychology is essential in order…
Jun 12, 2023 · 19:02
Getting the support of your management team can be quite tricky and frustrating. Because what usually happens is, they leave everything to us to solve a compliance issue but when…
Jun 5, 2023 · 20:14
Convincing your management team to invest in a safety program is challenging. And it will become harder if you justify it with regulation compliance. Instead, you need to show…
May 29, 2023 · 28:17
I always say that safety is the most important department in a company because it is the only department that positively affects all the other departments. Tune in to this…
May 22, 2023 · 16:17
Safety improvements are easily approved and implemented in a company that has a large number of accidents and claims. However, once you've lowered it to an average number in the…
May 15, 2023 · 15:36
Many believe that safety is not a profit center. Most executives believe that it is an expenditure. While many veteran safety professionals say that it merely generates savings.…
May 8, 2023 · 20:11
It's challenging to convince your management team to make changes based on safety. And that is because you might be presenting safety the wrong way in terms of accidents and…
May 1, 2023 · 20:58
You've probably heard of Kaizen, a continuous process used to improve business operations. Although this technique is usually used in manufacturing, did you know that you can…
Apr 24, 2023 · 16:45
Opportunities for employee engagement are everywhere. So, you might be missing a great opportunity if you aren't using your breakrooms for engagement. And no, I'm not joking,…
Apr 17, 2023 · 18:59
When talking about employee engagement, it's common to think about big events, initiatives, or other projects. We tend to think about these things because we want to engage…
Apr 10, 2023 · 17:55
Getting employees to volunteer for the safety committee is hard. Oftentimes, you'll hear a lot of reasons why they don't want to. So, instead of getting volunteers, you'll get…
Apr 3, 2023 · 20:22
You might think that employee engagement should always be formal. That thinking is partly correct because when people volunteer in committees, attend training, and follow safety…
Mar 27, 2023 · 21:01
There are a lot of factors that may affect the success of your safety programs. But, I think none comes close to the impact of employee engagement. Tune in to this episode, where…
Mar 20, 2023 · 20:16
I always get the job offer after I'm interviewed. The reason I'm saying this is not to brag, but rather, to convince those safety professionals that are finding it hard to land a…
Mar 13, 2023 · 17:21
If you want to land that job you want, it is crucial to get through that first step-to get invited for a one-on-one interview. You can accomplish that using your resume. So,…
Mar 6, 2023 · 16:50
There is a common belief that to succeed in your career, staying in a good company and climbing that corporate ladder is the way to go. That loyalty pays off in the long run.…
Feb 27, 2023 · 16:12
Don't make the same mistake that I did which slowed down my career progress. And that is not planning for your continuing education as a safety manager. Tune in to this episode…
Feb 20, 2023 · 20:46
So, you got into safety and realized that it's a great career and that there is an enormous potential to earn more. You might think that earning that degree in a career is the…
Feb 13, 2023 · 21:06
In our career path, there might be various titles and job descriptions. But, based on the experiences of myself and others, we all undergo certain stages in our careers. In this…
Feb 6, 2023 · 22:50
Sometimes, you might find yourself drowning in paperwork due to high numbers of accidents and insurance claims. And because of this, you might find yourself focused on just…
Jan 30, 2023 · 13:06
To closely monitor compliance in my safety programs, I use a secret weapon: safety assessments. This tool let's me know how much the company follows the safety policies,…
Jan 23, 2023 · 16:28
Sometimes, even though you've put in the work to protect everyone while working, there will still be instances that make you feel angry. For example, workers choosing not to…
Jan 16, 2023 · 19:05
There are many possible things that could happen on a workday of a safety manager. Emergencies, demands, and issues might pop up anywhere and anytime. And due to these things,…
Jan 9, 2023 · 25:53
When accidents happen, you might get pressured into creating safety policies to prevent them from happening again in the future. However, making policies this way can make your…
Jan 2, 2023 · 19:18
Decisions are vital to our job as safety professionals. But how do you make the best decisions? Do you let data guide you? In this episode, we'll talk about why it's important to…
Dec 19, 2022 · 17:33
Honestly, doing everything by yourself is fast and efficient. I'm sure that you know this too. But, doing it yourself actually makes your job harder to do. In this episode, we'll…
Dec 12, 2022 · 18:23
Management support is crucial to the success of your safety programs. However, getting that support can feel impossible. They might agree with you during meetings, yet nothing…
Dec 5, 2022 · 19:33
When problems arise, it feels right to let the subject expert decide on what to do about the problem. This is also what happens to you, the safety expert. When safety issues…
Nov 28, 2022 · 16:42
During meetings, you might feel that telling others what to do is the right thing. Because, after all, you are the safety expert and were hired to solve safety issues. However,…
Nov 21, 2022 · 15:16
It's easy to get frustrated and even quit the job when you feel that you don't get the support you want. But is that really true? Does the management team not support safety? Or…
Nov 14, 2022 · 16:29
Getting management support is not easy. You may have tried many things to get their support, but it might seem that it's not working. But is spending that much effort on…
Nov 7, 2022 · 20:48
Are you a safety professional that is aspiring to become successful? Do you want to reach the highest possible salary or position in safety? If you do, then be assured that you…
Oct 31, 2022 · 20:05
To become an effective safety professional, it's essential to take on the role of the "coach of the coaches". But how can you take on that role when everyone is expecting you to…
Oct 24, 2022 · 18:49
I want you to succeed as a safety professional. That is my mission here on Safety Geek. I want you to be the best that you can be. So, please tune in to this episode where I tell…
Oct 17, 2022 · 17:50
When the management team doesn't listen, it can be easy to take revenge by saying "I told you so" when incidents happen. Incidents that were caused by hazards that you've warned…
Oct 5, 2022 · 19:51
Job titles are generally seen as an indicator of position and the responsibilities that come with it. However, believe me when I say that titles don't matter. So, tune in to this…
Sep 5, 2022 · 22:00
The expression "fake it until you make it" is usually taken in a negative context. Because often it means that you earned a promotion even though you're not qualified for it.…
Aug 3, 2022 · 19:34
In the past episode, we've talked about the benefits of continuously getting big results. And although daily tasks like answering e-mails, meetings, and inspections are also…
Aug 1, 2022 · 14:44
In the 1st part of our 3-part podcast episode, we talked about how to constantly generate big results as a safety professional. So now, in part 2, we will talk about why getting…
Jul 26, 2022 · 19:37
Moving up in your safety career, either in the same or a different company, requires building up your value. So, please tune in to this podcast episode where we talk about 4…
Jun 27, 2022 · 28:04
Safety committees are beneficial when done right. But, honestly, you might feel like safety committees are dreadful because they might be adding a lot of work or there aren't…
Jun 13, 2022 · 19:15
Although Safety Management is a great job, many aspects can make it very tiring, gut-wrenching, and sometimes even cause professionals to quit. So, let's discuss the five worst…
May 2, 2022 · 18:54
When hiring a new employee, the onboarding process for safety training is clear and straightforward. However, it might not be the same when hiring or promoting a new manager. So…
Apr 28, 2022 · 15:34
Do you doubt your employee's declared pain levels? Does your employee's injury recovery seem slow? Then, tune in to this episode to know how to properly approach this problem…
Apr 1, 2022 · 18:40
Are you tired of your management team being obsessed with lagging indicators instead of leading indicators? Don't worry, many safety professionals are also struggling with…
Mar 21, 2022 · 27:57
Are you using LinkedIn to look for a job or expand your network? But are you using it to its maximum potential? Please tune in to this episode to learn secrets on how to fully…
Mar 14, 2022 · 10:23
After a long and thorough preparation, I’m so excited to announce that “The Safety Network” is now open. I’m inviting everyone to join this professional development community so…
Mar 10, 2022 · 17:13
Do you feel like safety committee charters aren’t just worth doing? Like its just a lot of added work without any benefits? Maybe because you’re doing it wrong, so in this…
Mar 3, 2022 · 24:20
Are you stuck in your career? Or are you considering leaving your safety job because it doesn’t seem like an amazing career choice? It might be because you believe some of the…
Feb 23, 2022 · 13:56
Are you ready to take on a bigger role in your company as a safety manager? Or did the responsibility of being a safety manager somehow fell into your hands? Either way, join me…
Feb 18, 2022 · 28:10
In this episode, I review what I learned about you and how safety managers think about their own career advancement. Let's talk survey results! Show notes for this episode can be…
Feb 10, 2022 · 16:25
This week, we are discussing how to create a return to work program for your injured workers. Having a fully-fledged out program for your company can make assigning light duty…
Feb 2, 2022 · 15:49
Links Mentioned: Take the Survey: https://thesafetygeek.com/podcastsurvey Safety Management Academy: https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for taking the time to…
Jan 17, 2022 · 27:16
This week we have some fun talking about the weird ins and out when it comes to recordability. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/57 Links…
Jan 10, 2022 · 23:43
It is an OSHA requirement that we conduct safety training in a manner to ensure that all employees understand. So how do you handle workplaces with multiple languages or when…
Jan 3, 2022 · 27:32
Happy New Year! To kick off the New Year I shared what to expect from the Safety Geek in the upcoming year and what I'm focusing on. During this time of year, it's common to be…
Dec 13, 2021 · 16:49
There is a common misconception in management teams that it is the Safety Manager's job to "do safety." In today's episode, I give you steps to take to make the transition from…
Sep 20, 2021 · 19:16
Since 2016 there has been some back and forth on what constitutes a compliant safety incentive program. In this episode, I share the timeline history and what you need to do to…
Sep 13, 2021 · 19:38
As Safety Managers we have a lot of responsibility on our shoulders and everyone looks to us to have all the answers. This can create a feeling of imposter syndrome; where people…
Sep 6, 2021 · 17:11
Today we talk about how to handle it when you have multiple bosses. It can be tough to navigate office politics when you have a corporate entity expecting one thing and your…
Aug 30, 2021 · 17:20
It has been 9 months since a Safety Geek episode. Let me catch you up on what I have been up to. Links Mentioned: The Community https://community.thesafetygeek.com Safety…
Nov 30, 2020 · 28:24
If you’re new to safety management and don’t know the basics of safety management, I’m here to help. Join me on this week’s episode to learn the four basic steps of safety…
Nov 23, 2020 · 15:02
Don’t know what a root cause analysis is or how to go about it? Join me for this week’s episode and I’ll teach you everything you need to know about how to conduct one. For this…
Nov 16, 2020 · 20:52
Knowing how to properly use your safety processes is an important part of being an effective safety manager. If you need help with your safety processes, join me on this week's…
Oct 26, 2020 · 26:07
Are you having trouble with figuring out how to manage your safety policies? If so, check out this week's episode where I show you how to manage your policies like a pro. For…
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