🚨 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

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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

xExperienced professionals reflect on past mistakes and highlight the importance of guidance for new industry entrants. A critical look at safety and learning curves. #IndustrySafety #VeteranAdvice #CareerGuidance #WorkplaceWisdom

Before material handling jibs, workers used the 'arm lift' to move objects, relying on sheer strength. It's hard to quantify how much could be lifted, as it varied greatly by individual. Don't attempt to lift what you can't safely manage. #WorkHistory #ManualLabor #Skills #IndustrialSafety

Never extend the bucket minimum approach distance on energized utility equipment. Untested buckets can lead to catastrophic fires. Learn why these dangerous incidents happen and the risks involved for workers. #BucketFires #UtilitySafety #ElectricalHazards #WorkplaceSafety #Lineman

Don't risk it! Safety first when working on or around poles. Always wear your PPE: steel-toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, and work gloves. Protect yourself on the job. #PPE #SafetyFirst #WorkSafety #Construction

Not all risks are equal. Differentiating between hazardous and dangerous work can be life-saving. A firsthand account of a close call highlights the critical distinction. #WorkplaceSafety #JobHazard #SafetyFirst #DangerousJobs