Keywords:

Safety Consultant Show, Safety Wars, Sheldon Primus, Jim Poesl, DEI, Diversity Equity Inclusion, OSHA recordkeeping, adult learning styles, toxic masculinity, resistance to change, Self-Determination Theory, Human and Organizational Performance, HOP, Dr. Todd Conklin, Employee Assistance Program, EAP, Human Resources training, White Fragility, William Steiger Act, EHS burnout, Union Carbide Bhopal accident, Phillip Russell, OSHA attorney, safety communication, ISO 45003, growing consulting business, US politics, Supreme Court, Alec Baldwin, Rust safety, Ian Cunningham, Coast to Coast AM, SafetyFM, Alex Jones, Infowars, William F. Buckley, Buckley School, safety implications, historical safety events, organizational safety.

In this special joint episode of the "Safety Consultant Show" with Sheldon Primus and "Safety Wars" with Jim Poesl, we reunite to tackle a wide array of critical topics that impact safety professionals and organizations alike. From Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and its organizational implications to OSHA recordkeeping’s true goals, we dive deep into the most pressing issues in safety today. We discuss the complexities of adult learning styles, toxic masculinity, and resistance to change within organizations, all through the lens of Self-Determination Theory (Deci and Ryan) and Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles, with insights from Dr. Todd Conklin.

Our conversation also explores the importance of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and Human Resources training for DEI, along with the challenges posed by White Fragility and resistance to DEI initiatives. Jim shares a poignant story about his mother’s journey from Poland to the US during WWII, and we reflect on historical events like the Union Carbide Bhopal disaster and the impact of the William Steiger Act on safety regulations.

We also touch on contemporary issues, including the safety implications of Alec Baldwin's movie "Rust," EHS burnout, and the role of the Supreme Court in shaping safety regulations. This episode is packed with valuable insights, from safety communication to ISO 45003, and offers practical advice for growing your consulting business.

Join us for a thought-provoking and comprehensive discussion that spans safety, politics, and the personal stories that shape our approach to these critical issues.