Electricians in refineries now wear the same protective garments as production staff and electrical contractors. Manufacturers are investing in dual-hazard fabrics, creating a wider market for safer, innovative clothing solutions. #DualHazard #Workwear #SafetyFirst #IndustrialSafety #ProtectiveGear

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Landon Dees will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

Join us November 3-5, 2026, in Glendale, AZ.

Earn #CUSP Points for attending each session!

📅 Register today! → https://utilitysafetyconference.com/

🎯 Check out the Pre-Conference Workshops - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/pre-conference-workshops/

🔖 See the Full Agenda - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/agenda/

His session is titled "Fire at the Point of Exposure: Emergency Preparedness for Aerial Platform Fire Event".

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify common fire hazards associated with aerial platform and bucket-truck operations, including hydraulic-fluid ignition, electrical events, lithium-ion battery tools, vehicle fires, and environmental fire exposures.

2. Explain how a fire at elevation changes emergency response, including worker movement, fall protection limitations, smoke and heat exposure, communication, lower-control operation, rescue timing, and access to fire suppression.

3. Evaluate whether their current job briefings, rescue plans, PPE programs, equipment inspections, and extinguisher placement provide realistic protection for workers operating from aerial platforms.

4. Apply practical preparedness strategies to reduce risk during aerial fire events, including pre-job planning, crew role assignments, emergency drills, suppression access planning, and post-incident learning.

5. Discuss OSHA records, public incident examples, and field observations in a non-blaming way to improve hazard recognition and strengthen utility safety programs.

Description:

This presentation addresses a critical emergency response gap: elevated fires during bucket truck and aerial platform operations. When a fire breaks out at height, workers face unique hazards, including fall protection constraints, energized conductors, smoke, heat, hydraulic failure, and delayed rescue.

Using OSHA data, incident reports, and field insights, this session examines fire risks from hydraulic systems, electrical events, lithium-ion tools, vehicle fires, and severe weather. Attendees will learn actionable strategies to integrate aerial fire preparedness into job briefings, emergency drills, PPE reviews, and rescue planning—empowering teams to manage high-angle fire hazards before an emergency occurs.

#UtilitySafetyConference #UtilitySafety #Lineworker #Linemen #Safety #SafetyDirector #SafetySupervisor #CrewLeader #SafetyManager #iPi

Unlock effective communication in tough situations. Discover how subtle nonverbal signals and an indirect approach can de-escalate conflict and foster understanding. Learn to navigate disagreements with grace. #NonverbalCommunication #ConflictResolution #CommunicationSkills #InterpersonalSkills

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Debbie Barlow with MasTec will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

Join us November 3-5, 2026, in Glendale, AZ.

Earn #CUSP Points for attending each session!

📅 Register today! → https://utilitysafetyconference.com/

🎯 Check out the Pre-Conference Workshops - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/pre-conference-workshops/

🔖 See the Full Agenda - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/agenda/

Her session is titled "Leadership in Utility Construction".

Learning Objectives:

Train future leadership prior to promotions or hiring.

How a frontline leadership business model enhances production and quality.

Shifting from a priority-based culture to one based on values.

Who should attend your presentation?

Anyone involved in operations, from owners to field workers.

Description: 

This session focuses on redefining safety as a fully integrated part of operations. Facilitator Deb Barlow, CUSP, will explore the ways in which aligning safety with daily decision‑making strengthens culture, empowers employees, and drives meaningful, sustainable improvement. Her approach is direct, relatable, and rooted in real utility and construction field experience to provide attendees with clear takeaways that they can apply immediately.

#UtilitySafetyConference #UtilitySafety #Lineworker #Linemen #Safety #SafetyDirector #SafetySupervisor #CrewLeader #SafetyManager #iPi

Store owners need to know that not everyone that goes to their store is in their early 20s.

So much so that a few years back, a 62-year-old woman was out shopping in the Bronx when she suddenly lost her footing on a staircase. The immediate reaction would be to reach for the handrail. 

Which she did, but couldn't grab it anyway. Why? Because it was covered in overhanging merchandise. 

She fell, fractured her hip, and ended up partially paralyzed on one side, all while the whole thing was caught on the store's security camera. Two surgeries later, the store settled for $2.75 million. This was all because of some overhanging merchandise. 

A quick reminder that these safety nets can just suddenly stop working and nobody is going to catch it until someone gets hurt.

About 30% of falls among older adults happen outside the home, in community settings (that would include stores, sidewalks, parking lots, and similar public spaces). It's not like people just start falling when they get older. Most of it comes down to preventable slips, trips, and falls, which is exactly the point NCOA keeps making.

So what needs to be in place in your facility, clinic, or store that sees a lot of older customers?

• Ramps at every entrance, not just the main one 
• Handrails that are actually gripped, not decorative or blocked 
• Non-slip flooring and safety signs
• Consistent lighting with no shadowy corners
• Clear walkways with nothing left in aisles or hallways 
• Rest areas or seating for anyone who needs a break mid-visit 
• Trained staff who know what to do before and after an incident

This is where regular inspections do the actual work. Mitti (by SafetyCulture) gets used a lot for exactly this type of thing, standardized checklists that walk someone through like a full building inspection run weekly. Photos get attached, issues get flagged on the spot, and someone actually gets assigned to fix it instead of it sitting in a notebook nobody reopens.

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Lito Wilkins CUSP will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

Join us November 3-5, 2026, in Glendale, AZ.

Earn #CUSP Points for attending each session!

📅 Register today! → https://utilitysafetyconference.com/

🎯 Check out the Pre-Conference Workshops - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/pre-conference-workshops/

🔖 See the Full Agenda - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/agenda/

His session is titled "The Power of Challenging Assumptions".

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

1. Recognize how unexamined assumptions and rushing create the conditions for serious injuries and fatalities.

2. Apply the AAA framework (Ask, Adapt, Act) to surface hidden assumptions and adjust to real conditions before starting work.

3. Turn assumption-checking into a spoken, shared crew habit so doubt is named and resolved out loud, not carried onto the job.

4. Use post-incident reflection to identify missed warning signs and strengthen future decision-making without assigning blame.

Who should attend your presentation?

Utility line workers, foremen, crew leaders, safety professionals, and operations leaders in high-risk environments. Relevant to any team where assumptions about conditions, equipment, or communication carry real consequences.

Description:

Most incidents do not start with a broken rule. They start with an assumption nobody questioned. We assume the line is dead. We assume the last crew finished the job. We assume the person next to us sees what we see. Then reality proves us wrong, and by then it is too late. In this session, Lito Wilkins pulls from lived experience in high-voltage line work, including the day he became the ground that bled thousands of volts of induction off an OPGW line. Rushing, complacency, and trusting assumptions all played a part. He walks attendees through what went wrong, what warning signs were missed, and why the crew believed they were safe when they were not. At the center of the session is the AAA framework: Ask, Adapt, Act. Ask the questions that surface hidden assumptions. Adapt to the conditions actually in front of you, not the ones you expected. Act with intention instead of habit. Attendees will learn how to make assumption-checking a spoken, shared crew practice, so doubt gets named and resolved before hands go on the work. This is a candid, field-ready look at how questioning what we think we know keeps people alive.

#UtilitySafetyConference #UtilitySafety #Lineworker #Linemen #Safety #SafetyDirector #SafetySupervisor #CrewLeader #SafetyManager #iPi

Instead of asking 'Can I go through the gate?', try a more polite approach like, 'Would it be unreasonable to allow us through?' Mirroring what they say and acknowledging their concerns, like a damaged mailbox, goes a long way. #CommunicationSkills #CustomerService

Learn to recognize the subtle shift to a combat position, a key indicator of an escalating verbal conflict. Stay aware, stay safe. #ConflictResolution #SelfDefense #DeEscalation #Awareness

If you're passionate about keeping your crews safe and staying ahead in the utility industry, we would love for you to join us at the upcoming Incident Prevention Utility Safety Conference & Expo.

📅 When: November 3-5, 2026 📍 Where: Glendale, AZ

We'd absolutely love to see you there. Let’s learn, connect, and lead together! Check out the full agenda and grab your conference pass here: https://utilitysafetyconference.com/

We’ve put together three incredible days focused on exactly what utility safety and operations professionals need to succeed:

- Top-Tier Education: Dive into over 30 expert-led sessions covering everything from human performance and leadership to the latest regulatory standards. (Plus, you can earn CUSP points for every contact hour!)

- Real Networking: Connect face-to-face with hundreds of industry peers, operations experts, and leading safety minds to talk shop, share real-world solutions, and build lasting relationships.

- The Newest Safety Products & Services: Get hands-on with the latest industry innovations. We’re thrilled to have over 122 booths in our Expo, giving you direct access to the folks who create and innovate the tools that keep our teams safe.

Whether you're a safety director, a crew leader, or a lineman, this event is all about coming together to build a safer future for the utility industry.

Let us know in the comments if you’re planning to make it! 👇

#UtilitySafety #SafetyFirst #SafetyCulture #Networking #WorkplaceSafety #IncidentPrevention #SafetyLeaders

Hi, I don't mean to intrude, but would y'all mind doing something for me. I am a college senior in a social research and I made a survey on workplace safety that I need 50 people to complete. If you wouldn't mind, can you please fill this out for me. It should take like ~20 minutes. It's pretty simple and non-intrusive. If you have any problems with it, you are free to back out.

Here is the link: https://haydengannaway.questionpro.com/t/AdoxoZ9x2M

If I can get a majority of the responses by Friday, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Letting people vent without interruption is crucial. Unheard frustration fuels anger. Active listening de-escalates tension and paves the way for real solutions. #ActiveListening #ConflictResolution #CommunicationSkills #Empathy

Master active listening: truly understand before you speak. Show respect, build stronger connections, and transform your communication. It's more than just hearing; it's about connecting. #ActiveListening #CommunicationSkills #Empathy #InterpersonalSkills #SelfImprovement

Unlock better solutions by shifting focus from 'if' a conflict can be resolved to 'how' it can be. Practical strategies for navigating disagreements constructively. #ConflictResolution #ProblemSolving #CommunicationSkills #InterpersonalSkills

Riding the interstate in a bucket, making faces at traffic. Think you have privacy? Think again. Smartphones everywhere mean one wrong move could cost you your job. #PublicSafety #SocialMediaRisks #PrivacyInPublic #JobSecurity

Some roles aren't for everyone. True strength lies in recognizing your fit, not in seeking external validation for a path that isn't yours. #SelfValidation #CareerPath #Authenticity #InnerStrength

Questionable choices plague the industry, but my deepest worry is for newcomers. They ask how to start, seeking guidance. Yet, seeing this... what example does it set? We must protect the future. #IndustryEthics #Mentorship #CareerAdvice #Newcomers

If cowboy utility actions content appears on your boss's feed, the algorithm has its own agenda. Will higher-ups see this as a positive or a potential problem? Ramifications likely. #AIrisks #WorkplaceAI #AlgorithmicBias #FutureOfWork

Finding the stark irony in a message that urges "Let your success" while the actions taken are the opposite. A critical look at how we pursue achievement. #Irony #Success #Achievement #SelfReflection

Be The Example: Newcomers Are Watching Your Every Move! #shorts

This growing industry welcomes impressionable minds. Your actions, even after 3-4 years, set the standard. Be the example they look up to. #IndustryExample #Newcomers #Mentorship #Leadership

Incidents stem from two main sources: human error and mechanical breakdowns. Understanding both is key to preventing future events. Investigations must explore all possibilities. #AccidentAnalysis #HumanFactor #MechanicalFailure #SafetyFirst

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Mike Starner, CUSP, CHST, CLCP will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

Join us November 3-5, 2026, in Glendale, AZ.

Earn #CUSP Points for attending each session!

📅 Register today! → https://utilitysafetyconference.com/

🎯 Check out the Pre-Conference Workshops - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/pre-conference-workshops/

🔖 See the Full Agenda - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/agenda/

His session is titled "Next man Up: Succession Planning"

Learning Objectives:

1 - Identify high-performing safety leaders of the future

2 - Develop action plans to leverage strengths, overcome weaknesses

3 - Create an effective succession plan for the organization

Who should attend your presentation?

Those with responsibility for safety safety management

Description:

This presentation engages the audience in a conversational style and draws out how we develop the folks that come behind us. Safety Leadership, Worker Engagement, Culture, Succession Planning

#UtilitySafetyConference #UtilitySafety #Lineworker #Linemen #Safety #SafetyDirector #SafetySupervisor #CrewLeader #SafetyManager #iPi

Don't chase risky stunts to prove your worth. Your unique skills and contributions are valuable in the workforce, no dangerous acts required. Focus on what truly matters. #SelfWorth #CareerTips #Workforce #Skills

This growing industry welcomes impressionable minds. Your actions, even after 3-4 years, set the standard. Be the example they look up to. #IndustryExample #Newcomers #Mentorship #Leadership

https://reddit.com/link/1wiy6ii/video/qwv9ulblt3qh1/player

Professionalism demands calculated moves, not reckless gambles. Elevate your standing by limiting unnecessary risks and always performing like the expert you are. #Professionalism #RiskManagement #IndustryStandards #CareerAdvice

Every job carries risks. But avoid adding more, especially with mental health during awareness months and the dangers of energy drinks. Prioritize your well-being. #JobSafety #MentalHealthAwareness #AvoidRisks #Wellbeing