☕The conversation that saves lives

Good morning! Today is Memorial Day—a time to pause and honor the brave individuals who gave everything in service to others. Their sacrifice reminds us why the work of protecting lives, health, and safety matters so deeply.

As we reflect, we also keep moving forward—because creating safer workplaces is one small way we carry that legacy forward.

THIS WEEK’S TIPS

This week’s safety upgrades:

• Life Saving Conversation

• The future of Trade Jobs

• Hospital Violence Prevention

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This Weeks Professional Development Tip

• Sorry, hiding your phone won’t stop your procrastination

The Safety Conversation That Could Save a Life

Workplace safety isn’t just about PPE and hazard assessments — it’s also about protecting the people behind the hard hats. Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for working-age men, especially in industries like construction. But here’s the truth: 8 in 10 people who are suicidal are ambivalent, and 9 in 10 give warning signs. That means intervention is possible — and often starts with one simple question. This article breaks down what to look for, what not to say, and how to have the conversation that could change everything. Every safety leader should read this.

🚨 Old habits die hard... and sometimes take your EHS program with them.

It nails the reality too many safety pros are still living in — pushing stone blocks uphill with “we’ve always done it this way” while ignoring the wheel that’s literally being offered to them.

📉 Manual processes 📊 Scattered spreadsheets 🕰️ Hours wasted chasing reports Sound familiar?

Meanwhile, solutions like Origami Risk are over here saying: "Hey, there's a better way — one that’s actually strategic."

Their latest guide lays out 4 ways safety & risk leaders are modernizing: ✅ From compliance-only to value-driven ✅ From reactive to predictive ✅ From siloed data to system-wide insight ✅ From lagging indicators to real-time action

Let’s stop reinventing the same stone wheel and start rolling forward. What’s one outdated process in your EHS program you’d love to replace?

And if you’re curious, learn more about Origami Risk, here!

Gen Z Is Ditching the Cubicle – and Trade Jobs Are the Big Winner

Trade careers are having a glow-up, and Gen Z is taking notice. With tech-driven tools, high pay, and real job security, trades like welding, HVAC, and carpentry aren’t just backup plans—they’re the new dream jobs. And unlike corporate life, these roles offer hands-on work, fast-track training (without the crushing college debt), and immediate impact. Platforms like Safety Knights are helping bridge the gap between generations, bringing fresh energy—and AI, drones, and 3D modeling—into the mix. Find out how this trend is reshaping the EHS landscape.

The Safety Tech Hospitals Already Have—But Aren’t Using to Prevent Violence

Violence against healthcare workers isn’t rare — it’s rampant. But here’s what’s being missed: many hospitals already have the tools to prevent it. Virtual patient observation (VPO) systems, originally implemented for fall prevention and clinical support, can be repurposed to detect escalating behaviors, trigger early alerts, and protect staff before violence occurs. With burnout, turnover, and safety incidents costing hospitals millions, this isn't just a moral obligation — it's a business imperative. The tech is in place. The question is: will hospitals use it before tragedy strikes again?

Your Ergo Solution.

Overexertion is costing companies $12.49 BILLION each year and feeding into a much larger problem! That’s why we’ve partnered with 3motionAI to enhance workplace safety with their Risk Flashlight solution. Together, we’re empowering EHS professionals to tackle these costly problems at the root, building a safer, more equitable workplace.

Steps to Take:

1. Learn more about 3motionAI: Read, here

2. Show company leadership how you can protect the bottom line.

3. Earn the respect you deserve by making a real impact.

NEWS
Your Virtual Water Cooler

• Arizona Governor Forms Heat Safety Task Force to Protect Workers

• AIHA Unveils Heat Stress App 2.0 to Address Indoor Occupational Heat Risks

• ‘Selling’ safety to the front line

• Faster line speeds put Minnesota meatpacking workers at risk

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