by Kelly Treviño, MS, LAT, ATC In baseball, scouts look for the rare “five-tool player” – someone who can hit for average, hit for power, run, field, and throw. It’s the kind of player who impacts every part of the game, not just one piece of it. Industrial athletes have
by Carol Mass, MS, LAT, ATC What makes someone skip on reporting a near miss? Fear of consequences, embarrassment, normalizing risks at work, or a disbelief in action from leadership could all play its part in not reporting a near miss. According to the Accident Triangle recognized by OSHA, researchers
by Stevie Scott, MS, ATC If we constantly push the boundaries of health and safety, it’s only a matter of time before we *strike out.* This can include accidents, mental burnout, physical injury, or getting sick. To make sure we have a successful transition from the dugout to the field,
by Molly Boylan, MS, LAT, ATC Your workday starts the second you step out of your car and into the parking lot. If we focus only on hazards inside the building, we overlook the risks that exist before the shift even begins. Slips, trips, and falls in the parking lot
by John Walker, MS, LAT, ATC Imagine you’re on top of a ski run, staring down your first Black Diamond slope. With little visibility past the first bank, all you can see are trees and the trails of other riders on the fresh powder. While most follow the natural slope
by Mitchel Musselman, ATC Hockey players aren’t the only athletes who suit up knowing the day will demand toughness, awareness, and teamwork. Industrial athletes face similar hazards on their own “ice,” where fast-paced tasks, shared spaces, and sharp tools put wrists and hands at constant risk. The parallels between the
by Sydney Boyce, MS, LAT, ATC, RYT200 Trust is the foundation of any thriving workplace culture. It’s not just a buzzword. It’s the bedrock of strong relationships, effective teamwork, and mutual success. To build trust among coworkers, shift your perspective from individual achievement (how you perform, how you act, how
by Alex Schmaltz, LAT, ATC Situational awareness is no joke. It’s a critical, on-the-job skill that helps to identify hazards, make effective decisions, and prevent accidents. Avoid the cleanup on aisle 5 and mop the ice with those injury risks! Slam Method Situational awareness involves being able to perceive, understand, and
