Coffee & Networking

“Pump up the jam, pump it up while your feet are stompin', and the jam is pumpin'.”

Think of the following question: “You have five dollars, ten minutes, and no authority to write a new rule. What would you do to reduce one common workplace risk?”

Join us in the Lounge for a coffee and some networking/ergonomic fun before the conference officially kicks off! Please bring your own coffee, though...this is a virtual event! 🤣

Welcome

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Opening Keynote

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Hazards of Lithium Ion Batteries: An Open Discussion

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OSHA

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Lunch & Speed Networking

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Topic Roundtable: Solo Safety Professional

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Topic Roundtable: BCSP Career Development

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Topic Roundtable: AI on the Jobsite: Hype, Hope, or Hazard

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Technical Panel

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Ergo Moment

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Reflection & Conversation

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Closing Keynote

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Closing Remarks & What to Expect Tomorrow

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Safety Connect Lounge & Networking

Wrap up the day in the Safety Connect Lounge, a casual space to connect with speakers, peers, and new friends. Share your takeaways, continue the conversations, and enjoy prize giveaways along the way. It is the perfect way to wind down the day while building relationships that last beyond the conference.

Coffee & Networking

Are you ready for this? Day-2 coming in hot! Let's go chase some waterfalls!

• Describe your energy level this morning using a safety-related word or phrase. (Examples: Fully charged, needs corrective action, within acceptable limits, etc..)
• Describe Day one in three words.
• This or that, safety edition.
• What is one thing you will do today to make Safety Connect valuable for you?
• Maybe the wheel?

Join us in the Lounge for a coffee and some networking before Day 2 gets rolling! Again, please bring your own coffee and breakfast...this is a virtual event! 🤣

Welcome

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Opening Keynote

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HSEQ Leadership Lessons: Practical Frameworks and Personal Reflections

During this conversational session, Nigel Dunning will share the HSEQ leadership lessons, practical frameworks and personal reflections that have shaped his approach to leading Health, Safety, Environment and Quality across complex organizations and major projects, including one of Canada's most iconic infrastructure projects. Drawing on his career journey to Vice President, HSEQ at WSP Canada, he will explore how to build a clear vision that supports operational needs, translate that vision into a practical plan, set meaningful goals, align tactics with risk, and design an effective structure that enables teams to perform with clarity, discipline and care.

A central focus will be his experience as Health and Safety Director for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, a highly publicized, highly visible and operationally demanding environment where expectations were intense, risk was dynamic, and success required resilience, judgment, influence and strong relationships. He will reflect on what it takes to lead HSEQ in conditions where the stakes are high, the pressure is constant, and the organization needs both strategic direction and hands-on execution.

He will also draw from his current role leading HSEQ within WSP Canada, a large global consulting firm with a broad service offering, a diverse risk profile, and a geographically dispersed workforce and HSEQ team. This perspective will examine how to create consistency without rigidity, maintain connection across distance, and build a function that supports the business while challenging it to continuously improve.

The discussion will also address the personal dimension of leadership: how to balance the “all in” mindset often required in major projects and senior roles with the need to protect wellness, family life and personal sustainability. Nigel will share that you may find your “calling” when you least expect it, and how career changes, moves and side steps only lead to opportunities to leverage skills and give a more rounded perspective to your role.

• Having a clear vision and plan is the foundation.
• Spending enough time on your org structure and role clarity is critical to success.
• Finding your “thing” may come later in your life or when you least expect it. Do not be afraid to reinvent yourself in your career.
• Avoiding falling into the trap of being consumed by the work is paramount. Finding things that ground you in your personal life helps keep the balance.

Safety Shepherds: Bringing an Ancient Profession into the Modern-Day Workplace

Safety leadership in an ever increasingly complex, fast-moving, global environment is more challenging than ever. In response to the call for leadership solutions which also satisfy the desire for morality, avoid ethical failures, and offer meaning and purpose, contemporary follower-friendly leadership theories and popular writings have proliferated. Unfortunately, theoretical fundamentals are often difficult to grasp and even more difficult to practice.

It is in simplifying and clarifying complex human or organizational constructs that metaphors can be especially effective. The shepherd metaphor is one such illustration that, while used to depict leadership for thousands of years, has lost many of its powerful lessons within non-agrarian societies of today.

For most leaders, the nuances of shepherding are foreign and often only the comforting element of the shepherd imagery remains, but the depth of the metaphor and the need for leadership render shepherd leadership a model worthy of study. Individually, people are vulnerable and unfulfilled, so they seek to join the flock and follow a good shepherd. While self-direction and autonomy are applauded as progressive in today's workplace, sheep respond to the voice of the shepherd, not the bleating of the flock, which supports the fundamental need for leadership by an individual and not a collective.

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Lunch, Networking & Trivia

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Decoding Compliance: How OSHA and NFPA 70E Work Together to Save Lives

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Navigating electrical safety can feel like deciphering two different languages. While OSHA provides the legal framework and enforcement mandates (the what), NFPA 70E provides the tactical, hands-on standard for safe work practices (the how). Failing to align the two doesn't just risk costly citations, it puts lives at risk.

In this interactive virtual training session, we will demystify the critical link between OSHA subparts and NFPA 70E requirements. You will learn how to translate rigid federal regulations into an Electrical Safety Program (ESP) that keeps your team safe and your organization compliant. Whether you are a safety manager, engineer, or supervisor, you will leave with a clear roadmap to bridge the gap between legal theory and field reality.

• The Nexus of Compliance: Understand exactly how OSHA references and enforces consensus standards like NFPA 70E.
• Hazard Identification: Master the core requirements for Arc Flash and Shock Risk Assessments.
• Practical Implementation: Steps to establish an effective, OSHA and NFPA compliant Qualified Person training program.

Actionable tools and resources that outlast the slides:

• The OSHA-to-NFPA 70E Alignment Matrix: A quick-reference cheat sheet mapping major OSHA electrical standards (like 29 CFR 1910.303 and .331-.335) directly to their corresponding NFPA 70E chapters.
• Access to the Presentation Deck: A PDF copy of the training slides.

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AIHA SIFs Panel

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Ergo Moment

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When Decision Makers Do Not Listen: Strengthen Your Influence with F.L.O.W.™

Safety professionals often know the risks better than anyone, but struggle to be heard by leaders and decision-makers. This session introduces the F.L.O.W.™ model, a simple but powerful framework that helps EHS leaders connect, reframe their message, and gain influence without formal authority. Through practical examples and reflection, participants will leave with a tool they can use immediately in their next leadership conversation.

Is Enforcement of Regulatory Non-Compliance a Driver for Change?

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Reflection & Conversation

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Closing Remarks & What to Expect Tomorrow

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Safety Connect Lounge & Networking

Wrap up the day in the Safety Connect Lounge, a casual space to connect with speakers, peers, and new friends. Share your takeaways, continue the conversations, and enjoy prize giveaways along the way. It is the perfect way to wind down the day while building relationships that last beyond the conference.

Coffee & Networking

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Welcome

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Opening Keynote

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Product Demo

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From the Inside Out: The Science & Safety of FR Base Layers

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Topic Roundtables: AMA Style Breakouts

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I help organizations reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and create safer workplaces through practical, business-focused safety solutions. As Founder and Principal Consultant of J. Smith Safety, I partner with construction, manufacturing, logistics, retail, government, maritime, and nonprofit organizations to develop safety programs that protect people while supporting operational goals. My background includes OSHA compliance and audit programs; injury and illness prevention programs; contractor safety management; safety leadership development; environmental health and safety systems; risk assessments and incident investigations; and regulatory compliance and training.

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Over 35 years of experience in the EHS field. Retired one year ago after 20 years with the State of Ohio Division of Safety and Hygiene. I am currently a Commercial UAV 107 Drone Pilot. Owner of Haz-Drone Response LLC consulting in the EHS fields which includes Hazmat Instruction, Construction and General Industry consultations, Instructor for Great Lakes OSHA Educational programs through University of Cincinnati.

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Joe Stevenson is a Senior EH&S Consultant with Terracon Consultants, Inc. and a highly credentialed safety professional with more than 20 years of experience helping clients achieve compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations across manufacturing, chemical, government, energy, and construction industries. His background includes leadership roles as an onsite EH&S Manager, Vice President of EH&S, Business Owner, and National Environmental Operations Director.

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I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served faithfully and honorably for 26 years and am now a Safety Professional with over 15 years under my belt with a variety of organizations, the most recent being the Director of OSH for the Self-Performing Companies of Manhattan Construction Group. I do not view myself as a director or any other specific title. I view myself as a shepherd for people. A Shepherd? Yes! Like a shepherd of old I lead, watch, care for, protect, provide and comfort my “flock”...my people. What people? Those that come under my sphere of influence. This is not a one-time phenomenon, but rather is constant, intentional vigilance, and on-going protection of my “flock”. Every day and at every opportunity to influence in a positive manner with intentional presence.

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Christina Roll has over two decades experience as an occupational, environmental, health and safety (OEHS) professional. Her areas of expertise include workplace risk assessments, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, government regulation compliance, and training. She has degrees in Safety Sciences from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, is a Certified Industrial Hygienist, and is Certified Safety Professional. She has earned several awards including the 2023 American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) Women in Industrial Hygiene “Aileen Yankowski Leadership Award”, the 2023 American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Women In Safety Excellence “Safety Professional of the Year”, and the 2023 & 2025 ASSP President’s Award.

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Marieke Bleyenbergh is the founder of Be Human Be Safe, a company dedicated to transforming workplace safety through human-centric leadership. She is a practical and strategic advisor who has lived the operational side of high-risk industry. She loves to speak and inspire at events, as well as coach and develop EHS and operational leaders. With over 27 years of international experience in refining, petrochemicals, and specialty chemicals, Marieke has held senior leadership roles at Shell and AkzoNobel and recently served as interim CEO of Pryme Circular Cleantech, a publicly traded company in chemical recycling. Her expertise spans operations, supply chain, sustainability, and health, safety & environment (HSE), where she is recognized for combining technical depth with a strong focus on people and culture. She has worked extensively across Europe, the U.S., and Asia, giving her a truly global perspective on industrial safety challenges. Through Be Human Be Safe, Marieke helps organizations and leaders build trust, shift mindsets, and embed lasting cultural change. She is known for her engaging keynotes, practical frameworks, and ability to connect with audiences from the boardroom to the frontline. www.behumanbesafe.com

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As the Senior Industrial Hygienist at Terracon, I harness over a decade of EHS expertise to elevate health and safety standards. As a senior leader, my focus has been on strengthening and developing our team to increase the diversity of skills and knowledge of our OEHS professionals to better serve our customers in a variety of industries. At the core of my mission lies a commitment to robust program management, encompassing IH, noise control, PPE, and respiratory protection. Our team's ability to foster cross-functional collaboration has been instrumental in streamlining incident investigations and ensuring project deadlines are met with efficiency. I am passionate about mentoring and empowering the next generation of EHS professionals, while also championing diversity within the industry.

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Kelly Franko is the Founder and President of Seraphina Safety Apparel, a woman-owned company redefining personal protective apparel for women in high-risk industries. A passionate advocate for safety, inclusion, and performance-driven design, Kelly launched Seraphina to address the long-overlooked need for flame-resistant undergarments and base layers engineered specifically for women. With a background spanning post-surgical garments and advanced wound care solutions, safety innovation, product development, and mission-driven entrepreneurship, Kelly partners with utilities, steel mills, petrochemical, and other industrial organizations to implement PPE programs that improve protection, comfort, and compliance. She is a sought-after speaker on advancing women’s safety in industrial workplaces and building scalable solutions that challenge the status quo. Kelly’s work is driven by a simple belief: when women are properly protected, they perform at their best, and everyone goes home safe.

Mike Dalton is the Brand Manager for Kent Consumer Brands Americas, LLC, where he leads brand strategy and growth initiatives for the Sqwincher® hydration brand within the industrial sales channel. He is responsible for driving brand performance, developing market-focused strategies, and supporting sales growth across the industrial safety / workplace hydration markets. Mike is based in Columbus, Mississippi and is part of the company's Functional Hydration Brands. He plays a key role in advancing the Sqwincher brand position as the trusted hydration brand for industrial workers, helping customers improve workplace safety and wellness, productivity, and performance through effective hydration solutions.

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