Pipeline construction plays a vital role in transporting oil and natural gas efficiently and safely. However, building and maintaining these pipelines comes with significant hazards that can put workers, the environment, and the surrounding communities at risk. Proper training ensures … Read More
Author Archives: Luke Hillenbrand
Partner Perspective: Delivering Smarter Safety Training with BIS
In high-risk industries like oil and gas, maintaining a safe workplace isn’t just a regulatory box to check—it’s a daily necessity. With field teams operating around the clock and across vast distances, the need for accessible, high-quality training is more … Read More
Shaking Hands with Einstein’s Legacy: Danny Sellers and LIGO
High Voltage, Black Holes, and Building a Culture of Safety Danny Sellers started in the deep South. Wiring up petrochemical plants, wrangling high-voltage power systems. Now? He helps humanity hear the universe. Space science. Growing up in Louisiana, Danny was … Read More
Safety Culture vs. Safety Theater: Are You Protecting Workers or Just Performing?
Some workplaces talk a big game about safety. Posters on the walls. Slogans in emails. Maybe even a “Safety First” banner hanging in the breakroom. But when you look closer, it’s all for show. That’s safety theater—where rules exist on … Read More
Jody Young vs. Workplace Tragedy: A Career Spent Fighting for Safer Jobs
“Every worker should go to work and come home in the same shape they left.” Jody Young has spent 35 years in health and safety. She has shaped policies. She has enforced compliance. She has made a real impact on … Read More
Virtual Reality, Real Safety: Jennifer Lastra’s Mission to Save Lives
“Compliance doesn’t equal competence. We have to do better.” Jennifer Lastra started her career as an electrician in the US Navy. She spent years working in shipbuilding and manufacturing as boots on the ground. She worked as a contractor in … Read More
Safety Myths That Need to Die
Some workplace safety “truths” have been passed down for years—but that doesn’t make them right. In fact, some of the most common safety beliefs are flat-out dangerous. It’s time to call them out before they get someone hurt. Here are … Read More
Would You Bet Your Paycheck on Safety?
Every workplace safety program generates incident data, but not all organizations know how to make the most of it. Incident reports, near-miss logs, and safety observations provide more than just numbers—they reveal patterns, highlight risks, and offer a roadmap for … Read More
Safety Meets Tech: The Evolution of Wearable Safety Devices
Workplace safety is evolving. Technology is changing the game. Wearable devices are at the forefront, combining tech and practicality. They protect workers, enhance efficiency, and reduce risks. From smart helmets to biometric sensors, these tools are transforming high-risk environments. Companies … Read More
How to Turn Incident Data Into Actionable Insights
Every workplace safety program generates incident data, but not all organizations know how to make the most of it. Incident reports, near-miss logs, and safety observations provide more than just numbers—they reveal patterns, highlight risks, and offer a roadmap for … Read More
