Parhaat Occupational Podcastit (2025)

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Episode 253 - Occupational Safety - Don't be a ticket puncher 4:35

7h ago4:35

4:35

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers talks about not being a ticket puncher. A ticket puncher is someone who cares about the next promotion as opposed to being focused on helping employees reduce hazards. Don't be a Ticket Puncher.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#103 Pediatric Sleep and OT with Amy Gore Hartman 1:02:51

6d ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Between 20-30% of typically developing children experience sleep difficulty in childhood. The percentage of neurodiverse children with considerable sleep problems is even more staggering at 40-80%. On one hand, it is sobering to consider the impacts of sleep difficulties on children and adolescents. As you’ll hear in this week's article review: Sle…

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🚨⭐Why Did We Create IhomaWorld? ⭐🚨 2:20

15d ago2:20

2:20

🚨⭐Why Did We Create IhomaWorld? ⭐🚨 I want to talk to you about why we built IhomaWorld. When we started designing IhomaWorld, we didn’t begin with a product. We began with people. People who receive services through Medicaid waiver programs. People who live with disabilities. People who are often left out of the conversation when it comes to innova…

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Ep.106: Hello 2025 - Curious Questions for Curious Dinner Parties - and other fun events 32:54

18d ago32:54

32:54

Hello and welcome back to 2025! (Noting the irony that is is now April...) The Occupational Philosophers have returned from walking the Earth, exploring the heavens and astral travelling beyond the stratosphere - metaphorically and literally. Feeling refreshed, joyous and 1.27% more wise, they are excited for the new season of the show. This episod…

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Episode 252 - Occupational Safety - Find Employees who Speak Freely 8:36

5d ago8:36

8:36

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses a strategy to find employees who speak freely about hazards in the workplace. If you are a new safety person as the facility, have patience.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 251 - Occupational Safety - Stay on the Path 5:03

8d ago5:03

5:03

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses a recent phone call with another safety professional expressing their concerns about being laid off and getting out of the safety profession. It hasn't been all rainbows and unicorns, but I think safety is a great profession and I have gotten a great deal of satisfaction from solving difficult and demanding h…

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Episode 250 - Universal Waste Management 24:14

16d ago24:14

24:14

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers has Phil from Hazmat Scholars to discuss Universal Waste Management. Phil was also featured in episode 222 and 230 discussing hazardous waste management. Universal waste management is not always understood, and this is a can't miss episode.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 249 - Occupational Safety - Performing Gap Assessments 6:47

16d ago6:47

6:47

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses performing a gap assessment and getting to success in your safety programs. The first step is to frame success and then work towards that.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 248 - Use the Employee's Safety Plan 4:04

21d ago4:04

4:04

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers talks about using the employee's safety plan. Review and ask for clarifications but they have already bought into their own plan. Use their safety plan.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 247 - Occupational Safety - Mission, not Company 3:12

22d ago3:12

3:12

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses why he got into the field of Occupational Safety. For Dr. Ayers it's about helping people and reducing injuries and illnesses. There is no correct answer, this is an answer each Safety Professional must answer for themselves.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#102 Value-Based Care Contracts with Dana Strauss & Carlin Reaume 1:00:09

24d ago1:00:09

1:00:09

While many OTs work in a fee for service model, the reality is that we are undergoing a seismic shift towards value based care. In fact it's estimated that 238.8 million Americans receive healthcare in a value-based care model. These already large numbers are expected to grow significantly in the coming years. OTs has tremendous potential in value-…

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Episode 246 - Occupational Safety - Composure 5:03

28d ago5:03

5:03

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers talks about keeping your composure. As Safety Professionals, we need to have a level head. Employees look to us to have a plan.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 245 - If you don't know, just own it 4:39

1M ago4:39

4:39

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers speaks to his younger self. If you don't know something, just own it. Ask questions, let employees explain the equipment and build relationships.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 244 - The "F" Word in Occupational Safety - Focus 4:37

1M ago4:37

4:37

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the dreaded "F" word in Occupational Safety. How are you getting "Focus" time at work?Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 243 - Occupational Safety - Are you Busy or Productive 4:27

1M ago4:27

4:27

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers asks the question, "Are you busy or productive?" In safety it's difficult to balance everything but are you avoiding issues by being busy?Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 242 - Occupational Safety - List Maintenance 7:46

1M ago7:46

7:46

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the various lists associated with tracking new hire orientation and training. Who is using software and saving time/effort?Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#101 Sleep, Mental Health, and OT with Amanda Carroll 1:06:02

1M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

Nearly one third of people experience sleep disturbances. And, about 23% of adults experience mental health illness. These high percentages mean that both sleep and mental health are global, public health challenges in their own right. However, emerging research suggests we should not think of these challenges separately. They are more intertwined …

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Episode 241 - Occupational Safety - Comfort Zone Danger 5:25

1M ago5:25

5:25

In today's episode older Dr. Ayers talks to young Dr. Ayers about avoiding the comfort zone. Growth does not happen in the comfort zone, get out.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 240 - Occupational Safety - Imposter Syndrome 4:45

2M ago4:45

4:45

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers starts to peel back the onion on imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is generally expressed through self-doubt in your abilities even when you have shown a clear pattern of completed the tasks. Dr. Ayers discusses what he does to combat imposter syndrome.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#100 Starting an OT Private Practice with Carlin Reaume 1:00:54

2M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

Starting a side hustle private practice is one of the best ways to safeguard your career, pursue a niche interest, and meet some of the many unmet needs in your community. But, let’s be honest: the process of getting going can be daunting. In this Ask Me Anything (AMA), we are welcoming Carline Reaume, OTD, OTR/L, DipACLM, PMH-C, PCES back to the p…

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Episode 239 - Don't expect results without getting your hands dirty 4:23

2M ago4:23

4:23

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers compares growing vegetables to rolling out safety programs. They both need plenty of light, rain, protection from animals and pulling weeds to thrive.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 238 - Dr. Megan Tranter - Safety Career Coach 29:16

2M ago29:16

29:16

In todays' episode, Dr. Ayers discusses career skills with Dr. Megan Tranter. Dr. Tranter is a Safety Career Coach. She specializes in helping safety professionals go to the next level along with understanding what they really want from the safety profession.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 237 - Occupational Safety - Don't be a Seagull 4:17

2M ago4:17

4:17

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers talks about not becoming a "Seagull Safety Professional". The seagull will swoop into a factory, lab or office; tell employees everything they have done wrong and fly away. Some Seagulls come to the facility, steal a good idea and promote it as their own. Don't be a "Seagull Safety Professional".…

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Episode 236 - Occupational Safety - Lone Worker Policy 5:23

2M ago5:23

5:23

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers asks the question about lone worker policies. Someone is always the first in the office as well as the last to lock up. What activities does your company allow employees to perform when they are the only one in the office?Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#99 Carpal Tunnel and OT with Rachel Egan 55:07

2M ago55:07

55:07

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects quality of life in 1-5% of people. The first step in treatment of carpal tunnel should be non-surgical treatment, which includes education, often a steroid injection, and therapy. But what should that therapy look like? In this live webinar, we will discuss carpal tunnel education, assessment and treatment with Rachel…

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Episode 235 - Tim Pottoroff-MSDs and Opioids - A Threat to Limb and Life 33:20

2M ago33:20

33:20

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) and opioids used for pain (management/mismanagement) with Tim Pottoroff. "Ergo Tim" is a repeat guest and discusses early intervention to prevent MSDs along with using techniques found in Prevention through Design (PtD) to set the working environment up to reduce MSDs. Ove…

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Episode 234 - Occupational Safety - Hazard Correction Fixation Syndrome 5:29

2M ago5:29

5:29

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers makes up a term "Hazard Correction Fixation Syndrome". this is when we as Safety Professionals get fixated on correcting a hazard and don't see other hazards in the area. Take a step back and see the whole picture, get input from employees on finding and correcting hazards.…

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Episode 233 - Wendy Buckley - Lithium Fire Hazards 24:02

2M ago24:02

24:02

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discuss lithium fire hazards with Wendy Buckley of Stars Hazmat. Wendy has a lot of knowledge about lithium batteries. Wendy discusses the hazards along with the "extra" fire protection needed (class "D" Fire Extinguishers) and discusses best industry practices such as bringing your local fire department through the fa…

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Episode 232 - Occupational Safety - The plan is never going to be perfect 3:27

2M ago3:27

3:27

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses taking action. As Safety Professionals, we do a great job of identifying hazards and looking for ways to reduce injury. Take action, the plan is never going to be perfect.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 231 - Occupational Safety - Start Making a list of things to Stop Doing 5:48

3M ago5:48

5:48

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses examining your life and way you work and make a list to stop doing. Take an objective deep dive and think about the things you want to change.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 230 - When is a Chemical considered a Hazardous Waste 26:10

3M ago26:10

26:10

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers talks to repeat guest Phil from HAZMAT Scholar. Dave and Phil discuss the topic of when a chemical is considered a hazardous waste along with strategies to dispose of the hazardous waste.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 229 - Leave your desk 3:46

3M ago3:46

3:46

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers talks about leaving the comfort of your desk and interacting with the workforce. Talk to the employees and eliminate the hazards.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 228 - Psychological Safety with Tracy Krieger - Part 2 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

On today's episode, Dr. Ayers speaks to repeat guest Tracy Krieger of Safety OC. This is a continuation of episode 19 where we discussed psychological safety and what companies can do to help employees. Tracy discusses performing a baseline survey and then acting on those results.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 227 - Occupational Safety - Deconstructive Feedback 6:39

3M ago6:39

6:39

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discuss when deconstructive feedback is provided and strategies to peel the onion back and understand the feedback from the employee's perspective.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#98 Pediatric Feeding Therapy with Suzie Driscoll 55:27

3M ago55:27

55:27

Childhood feeding problems are one of the most common complaints raised during primary care visits. Which is not surprising, given that the prevalence of pediatric feeding disorder is around 1 in 37 children under age 5. Feeding disorders overall are common in the pediatric population, with a prevalence of 25% of children in the general population …

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Episode 226 - Occupational Safety - Hand Tools and Organizing My Garage 5:07

3M ago5:07

5:07

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the need to have the correct tools to complete the task at hand. Talk to your employees and ensure they have the correct hand tools to get the job done.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 225 - Mike Starner - National Electrical Contractors Association 28:12

3M ago28:12

28:12

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the electrical hazards with Mike Starner of the National Electrical Contractors Association. We also discuss the performing risk assessments along with the lesser-known hazards of the industry such as vehicle accidents and operating the bucket trucks.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#97 Grip Strength as a Vital Sign with Gabriella Francis 57:55

3M ago57:55

57:55

However you think about group strength it probably is not broadly enough. Grip strength is NOT just about hand strength. It is NOT just an indicator of upper body strength. It is NOT just about overall strength. Grip strength is associated with: mortality psychological health functional disabilities hospitalization morbidity The article we are revi…

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Episode 224 - Occupational Safety - Make a Decision 3:42

4M ago3:42

3:42

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses making a decision. One of the ways to lose trust is to not make tough decisions.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 223 - Occupational Safety - Take your vacation and recharge 4:37

4M ago4:37

4:37

In today's short and sweet episode, Dr. Ayers discusses taking your vacation and recharging. The work will be there when you get back.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Ep.105 - Happy (late) New Year, Christmas Vibes and what caught our curious eye in 24 14:52

4M ago14:52

14:52

Reflecting on the year of 2024 seemed like such a good idea. That's the thing right? Launching that episode as quickly as planned didn't go as well as planned.... Drinking their own Kool-Aid and embracing serendipity, mistakes and experimentation The Occupational Philosophers still hit launch and took on the gift of a slightly delayed episode like …

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Episode 222 - Introduction to Hazardous Waste 27:16

4M ago27:16

27:16

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers is joined by Phil from Hazmat Scholars. Phil explains the definition of hazardous waste along with great strategies for getting your questions answered.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#96: OT and Value-Based Care with Dana Strauss 1:24:00

4M ago1:24:00

1:24:00

We’ve all known for a while that the current fee-for-service models that most occupational therapists operate under are bad for patients and bad for healthcare. Why? Because it incentives volume of services over quality of services. If you’re like me, you may feel like you’ve been waiting for years for value based care to really take hold in the Un…

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Episode 221 - Risk Assessment - Horseback Riding and Swimming Horses 5:49

4M ago5:49

5:49

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses performing a risk assessment and having to decide whether to wear a helmet when swimming with horses.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 220 - Risk Assessment - Jellyfish Sting PPE 8:06

4M ago8:06

8:06

In today's episode, we discuss performing risk assessments while on vacation. We are always performing risk assessments.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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#95: What is OT in 2025? with Sarah Brzeszkiewicz 1:01:42

4M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

Through OT Potential, we’ve released over 94 episodes all exploring new influential OT research. As we enter 2025, it’s time to reflect on the research and ask: What trends are we seeing in OT? How is new research enriching how we think about our practice? In this 1 hour-episode, we’ll talk about new trends, with a particular focus on what commonal…

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Episode 219 - Occupational Safety - Safety Initiative of the Month Overload 3:22

4M ago3:22

3:22

In today's short and sweet session, Dr. Ayers discusses the safety initiative overload that some employees feel. Get buy-in from employees and stop chasing a magic bullet.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 218 - Do you know your Companies Risk Appetite? 2:26

4M ago2:26

2:26

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers asks the Safety Professionals if they know their companies risk appetite. Do you get mixed messages from management?Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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Episode 217 - Occupational Safety - Ergonomics and what I learned from fixing my car 5:11

5M ago5:11

5:11

In today's episode, Dr. Ayers discusses the value of performing a job to really understand the hazards. I fixed my car but did not understand the ergonomics until I did the task.Kirjoittanut Dr. Ayers/Applied Safety and Environmental Management

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