Show Notes
In this episode, host Kirk Westwood speaks with Terry Dussault, Founder and President of Yellowknife Consulting Services. As a corporate EH&S professional, Terry has been Southern California's top safety expert for over 25 years. Terry specializes in the preparation and implementation of safety training programs related to Cal OSHA and DOSH, EPA, and DOT regulations. Terry has an extensive background in environmental compliance on a variety of projects including ones impacted with contamination from prior manufacturing and distribution operations.
You’ll hear Terry’s insights into the progression of safety in the industry - from basic personal protective equipment (PPE) to increasingly strict safety regulations. The conversation explores how emerging technologies like AI, robotics, and LiDAR are set to enhance safety compliance and reshape training programs. Furthermore, the episode emphasizes the importance of open communication in preventing accidents, highlighting a unique initiative called the Works Program, which involves community members in cleanup efforts.
The Construction User 2.0 podcast is brought to you by The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC). Your host, Kirk Westwood, is Director of Marketing for TAUC. Kirk has helped many organizations tell their stories as a photographer, blogger, web-streamer, and consultant. In each episode, we’ll explore the latest labor trends, industry insights, and important issues in the world of construction. Our guests are industry leaders, subject matter experts, and innovative visionaries discussing how we are building the ‘world of tomorrow.’ TAUC is made up of more than 1,800 contractor companies that utilize union labor for their projects, as well as local contractor associations and vendors in the industrial maintenance and construction fields. TAUC’s mission is to act as an advocate for union contractors and enhance cooperation between all parties to achieve the successful completion of construction projects.
Discussion points:
- The song - Footloose by Kenny Loggins
- The evolution of safety in the construction industry
- Early safety protocols focused on PPE alone
- The future of safety in industrial construction
- AI, robotics, and LiDAR could revolutionize safety compliance and training
- The Works Program engages community in cleanup efforts
- Fostering an environment of dialogue & communication
- Environmental health and safety
- Safety training for a dynamic work environment
- Importance of continued education and certification
- The importance of safety for overall business growth.
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