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The Safety Moment by Utility Safety Partners
In our modern culture, the safety moment has evolved as brief and casual conversations in which to share. They are the perfect time to bring up safety topics in a non-threatening (though potentially lifesaving) way. The Safety Moment Podcast is produced by Utility Safety Partners – a non-profit corporation that has been providing communication service between the digging community and the owners of buried facilities since 1984. Let’s talk about damage prevention, excavation safety, locating and marking, watching for overhead powerlines, and legislative matters to ensure contractors and neighbours can all do their work safely. Let's talk safety - it's always a good conversation.
Episodes
64 episodes
40 Years of Digging Safely: Tech Revolution in Safety
How do you keep safety fresh after 40 years? Mike reflects on the journey that began during the pandemic and evolved into a vital resource for the excavation and utility industry. Mike and guest Doug Downs discuss miles...
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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43:10
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MultiViewer: The Evolution of Digital Map Sharing for Utility Locating
Have you ever thought about the future of utility locating? In this episode, Mike talks with Kris Philpott of Planview Utility Services and Iain Stables from Atco about the game-changing technology behind the Alternate Locate Provi...
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Season 4
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Episode 63
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42:11
Measuring Absence in Damage Prevention
How do you measure what didn’t happen? In this episode, Mike sits down with Wayne Jensen to explore the fascinating concept of quantifying the absence of damage in the damage prevention industry. They discuss the evolu...
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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53:01
Groundbreaking: Alberta’s Alternate Locate Provider Program
Ready to revolutionize excavation safety? Mike sits down with Ron Laidman and Iain Stables to explore Alberta's Alternate Locate Provider (ALP) program. Launched after years of development, the ALP is set to change the...
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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46:39
Working Alone: Overcoming Challenges and Ensuring Personal Safety
Have you ever considered the risks of working alone in remote areas? In this episode, Mike interviews Carlin Lutzer, a land agent and realtor, about the unique safety challenges faced by those who frequently work alone. <...
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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40:13
Look Up and Live: The App Revolutionizing Safety
Are you ready to discover how a simple app is saving lives one day at a time? In this episode, host Mike Sullivan interviews Glen Cook from Energy Queensland, the visionary behind the "Look Up and Live" app. They discuss the imp...
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Season 4
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Episode 59
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43:52
Click with Caution: Cybersecurity Essentials
Are you aware of the dark and evolving threats lurking in the digital world? In this episode, Mike dives into the critical topic of cybersecurity with CaSh Wong, CEO of Shing Digital. They discuss the increasing sophistication of cyber-...
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Season 4
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Episode 58
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48:23
From First Call to Forefront: Evolving Damage Prevention
Dig into the secrets of damage prevention. In this episode, Mike Sullivan welcomes guests Derrick Mann, Lisa Kosolofski, and James Cameron from the Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance to discuss the seamless transition of Saskatch...
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Season 4
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Episode 57
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47:26
Olympic Secrets for Injury-Free Workdays
Olympic-level strategies can slash workplace injuries!In this episode, Mike Sullivan interviews Dr. Rindal, a sports medicine expert and former chiropractor for the US Olympic Swim and Women's Ice Hockey Teams. They look at the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 56
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46:11
Sun, Sweat, and Safety: Tips for Surviving Summer Work
Beat the heat and stay safe with these top summer tips!In this episode, Mike Sullivan highlights the top five workplace hazards during the hot months, including fatigue, heat stress, dehydration, sun exposure, and road construction dang...
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Season 4
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Episode 55
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21:51
Music, Safety, and Meaning: Live Music Therapy
A melody can be a miracle when it brings smiles and sparks joy for those with dementia.In this episode, Mike speaks with Kelly Morstad, who shares his journey with YouQuest, a Calgary-based organization that provides meaningful experien...
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Season 4
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Episode 54
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34:41
Beyond the Alarm: Effective Crisis Messaging
When chaos unfolds, the right communication can be a lifeline.In this episode, host Mike Sullivan is joined by crisis communications expert Tim Conrad. They talk the intricate world of crisis management, emphasizing the essential blend ...
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Season 4
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Episode 53
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44:19
How Canada Almost Went 811
Canada's dance with three-digit dialing could have changed everything. In this episode, Mike shares the almost decade-long saga of Canada's attempt to implement 811 as the standard for "call before you dig" services, mirroring the syste...
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Season 4
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Episode 52
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31:49
Behind the Scenes at Utility Safety Partners
Mike Sullivan talks with Damage Prevention Associate Chelsea Barnowich, offering us a behind-the-scenes look at the intricacies of utility locates for homeowners. They touch on the transition from phone to online systems, tackle the imp...
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Season 4
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Episode 51
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31:26
Collaboration as a Strategic Weapon in Safety Training
A transformative change in industrial safety begins here.Mike welcomes Debbie Shelley of Global Training and Jeff Mulligan from Aztec Safety, who share their collaborative efforts establishing the Alternate Locate Provider training prog...
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Season 4
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Episode 50
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38:50
Before You Dig Australia
There are remarkable similarities between Utility Safety Partners and Before You Dig Australia. They face quite comparable challenges in promoting safety in the utility sector. In this episode, Mell Greenall, the CEO of Before You Dig A...
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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40:55
The Alternate Locate Provider (ALP) Program
In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge Alternate Locate Provider (ALP) Program, an initiative aimed at transforming the landscape of location-based services. As we navigate through the advancements in technology, the ALP Program e...
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Season 4
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Episode 48
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34:28
Getting to Know the Canadian Underground Infrastructure Innovation Centre
The Canadian Underground Infrastructure Innovation Centre (CUIIC) is a research and education centre at the University of Alberta. It focuses on damage prevention solutions for the underground infrastructure industry. The centre was est...
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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35:37
From Call Centres to Self-Service Systems: The Evolution of Damage Prevention
In this episode Mike Sullivan talks with Jason Manning, Vice President of OneCall Operations with Pelican Corp. They discuss the evolution of the damage prevention industry, with a focus on the shift from human-operated call centres to web-base...
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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49:52
Podcasting for Safety – Coffee with Jim and James
In this episode we meet James Cross and Jim Schauer, both of Energy Worldnet known for innovative solutions within the natural gas sector. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, that put an abrupt stop to their normal participation in public events...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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35:58
Behind the Headset – How USPs Contact Centre has evolved from Efficient to Effective
Like all Contact Centres, the one at Utility Safety partners has experienced an evolution that has reshaped the core of USPs operations. It’s moved from a traditional concept of a centralized nucleus to a flexible and distributed model. Work me...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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48:20
The Importance of Empathy in Crisis Communications – Part Two with Jon Lovink
When it comes to crisis communications there’s nothing more important than empathy. The ability to demonstrate sincere concern and understanding for people becomes the catalyst for fostering trust and support. People ne...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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24:28
Crisis Communications – Part One with Jon Lovink
In this episode we dive into the crucial topic of managing communications during emergency situations. Jon Lovink, a renowned expert in the field and founder of Lovink Media, shares his expertise. Here we focus on the a...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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29:02
From Infrastructure Resources to The Excavation Safety Alliance
You might be familiar with Infrastructure Resources which began back in 2003 through various trade shows and fairs. It is now evolving into The Excavation Safety Alliance. In this episode we speak with both Scott Landes who led th...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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29:54
Navigating the Legislative Journey for Public Safety and Prosperity
Mike Sullivan and Ian La Couvee discuss the challenges they’ve faced in the legislative journey they embarked on 18 months ago. It's a simple ask, to have any owner/operator of buried utilities in Alberta be required to become a member of Utili...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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28:46