2022 Minnesota Safety & Health Conference

Thank you for your interest in the 88th annual Minnesota Safety & Health Conference – a power-packed event that brings together workplace safety, health and HR professionals dedicated to making workplaces safer! Stay current on regulations and trends. Earn certifications. Visit more than 125 exhibitors. Spend time with your peers and network with new safety contacts. We look forward to sharing a couple days thinking safety together, May 3-4! (Plus, bonus full day of Professional Development course offerings on Mon., May 2!)

Please make your session selections below. Session selections allow us to assign rooms (size) at the venue based on interest in topic. Conference attendees can attend any general session during the event regardless of choices made. Professional Development attendees are required to attend their selected sessions.

Last day for early bird registration is April 8, 2022.

Last day for online registration is April 28, 2022.

NOTE: There are no refunds after April 18, 2022. Substitutions are accepted.
When
5/2/2022 8:00 AM - 5/4/2022 4:00 PM
Central Daylight Time
Where
MYSTIC LAKE CENTER 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd Prior Lake 55372

Program

Monday, 02 May 2022

Description
This workshop will provide you with the technical expertise needed for proper use, operation and maintenance of scissor lifts, boom lifts and man lifts. Completion of this workshop will qualify you to conduct an effective training session and perform operator assessments. Topics include: ANSI A90 requirements, the new ANSI/SAIA A92.22 and 92.24 requirements, MEWP (old AWP) operation, manufacturer requirements, maintenance requirements and key inspection points, pre-work inspection of work areas, rental issues and evaluating operator training.
Time
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
8:00 AM
This course will cover NFPA 70E ("qualified person") electrical safety training requirements including the NFPA 70E 2021 edition regulatory changes. Learn what a "qualified person" is as defined by OSHA; what an arc flash/arc blast is; who must be trained; proper selection and use of PPE; clearance distances; proper lockout/tagout procedures; and how to recognize electrical hazards. Designed for qualified and non-qualified workers. Qualified workers are required to attend a mandatory refresher course every three years. *This course does not meet requirements for Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) Electrical continuing education credits.
Time
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
8:00 AM
Unintended consequences of the 'greening' of America and the rest of the world are impacting our health and well-being. In our efforts to conserve energy, we have invited blue light into our homes, workplaces, schools and more. Combined with our reliance on our digital devices and computers the detrimental effects are major. Attended this half-day session to learn more about the effects of blue light on our environments and most importantly you and your employee’s health and well-being. This is a more in-depth version of a one-hour session being offered during the conference.
Time
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
8:00 AM
Calling all young and emerging safety professionals! The Minnesota Safety Council’s Emerging Safety Professionals (ESP) group officially got off the ground a few years ago, and we’re celebrating by offering your own track here at the conference. Topics include: Heartbeat of Safety; Network Effectively Workshop; Jump-starting a Safety Culture Shift in Your Organization; a technical tour; and a reception at the end of the day. If you are new in your safety role or looking to continue to broaden your knowledge, tools and resources, you won’t want to miss this event.
Time
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
8:30 AM
Take control of the #1 cause of workplace injuries. Repetitive motion and overexertion are the biggest risk factors facing American workers. This one-day National Safety Council course will teach you how to reduce the number and severity of musculoskeletal injuries in your workplace through a practical and effective program.
Time
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
8:30 AM
This course is designed for the Construction Industry to comply with Competent Person fall protection requirements of OSHA’s Subpart M in the 1926 Construction Standards. Attendees will learn about the Competent Person requirements for Fall Protection, discuss fall hazard identification, and learn the hierarchy for selecting the proper protective system to use during planning for fall protection.
Time
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
8:30 AM
Take this course if you are newly responsible for company injury and illness prevention programs, a supervisor, or a member of your safety committee. (It's also a great refresher session if you're an experienced safety manager!) Learn the basics in safety management, AWAIR, safety committees, communications, training, inspections, ergonomics, incident investigation, hazard identification and more! This course is part of the Minnesota Safety Council and Minnesota OSHA Basic Workplace Safety Certificate.
Time
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
8:30 AM
Half-Day Professional Development does not include lunch. If you would like to purchase a lunch please select this item. Full-Day Professional Development includes lunch.
Time
12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
12:15 PM

Tuesday, 03 May 2022

Description
Utilizing U.S. Navy SEAL ethos, Chad will lend his first-hand knowledge and experience as one of America’s most elite to relate the vision and character of an effective Navy SEAL leader: aim small, miss small; desire to succeed; pitfalls of pride; demand discipline; and control emotions and actions. These principles are the very foundation to good communication. Such a leader can communicate and expect those around them to listen and run with it — not because they have to but because the want to.
Time
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
7:30 AM
This introductory class provides an overview of occupational health and occupational hygiene principles and best practices. Includes: • Key MNOSHA Health Standards, PELs, TLVs, GHS, and beyond! • Understanding noise and hearing conservation • Managing respiratory protection and PPE programs • Medical services, BBPs and emergency equipment • Tips and resources for effective programs
Time
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
9:30 AM
Are you new to safety? Looking for resources and networking opportunities? Attend this session to learn about the Minnesota Safety Council’s Emerging Safety Professionals (ESP) group. Whether you have participated in our events already or this is your first time, please join us to learn from this self-directed group of professionals how you can grow professionally, learn from seasoned professionals, and connect with others through the Minnesota Safety Council’s ESP group. Our ESP group is very active and welcomes new participants. You won’t be disappointed.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
Fall protection has topped the list of OSHA’s Top 10 violations for many years. Protecting workers at height takes constant training. This session will provide an overview of fall protection standards, hazard recognition, a live demonstration, and a review of fall arrest systems available.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
This presentation is an overview of respiratory protection qualitative fit testing. This training will include: an overview of the OSHA standard, a discussion on the accepted qualitative fit test methods, how to perform a Bitrex or Saccharin fit test, and fit test troubleshooting methods and FAQs.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
You do the right things — inspections, committees, training — and yet your employees don’t really buy in, hazards go unreported and you have occasional spikes in injuries that don’t seem to make sense. Involved and motivated employees are the heartbeat of a good safety program, but many traditional safety processes actually reduce employee engagement. Learn ways to communicate, manage and respond to incidents in more positive ways that will foster engagement and bring your program back to life.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
Drivers are slipping back into old habits, risking the lives of safe and innocent motorists. It’s time — today — to start talking about traffic safety within your organizations. In 2021, 497 people lost their lives on Minnesota roads – the most since 2007! Speed-related traffic deaths continue to be the largest contributing factor in fatal traffic crashes. This session will give you the resources you need to start the conversation and multifaceted educational tools to protect your most precious asset — your employees when behind the wheel.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
Do you compare your OSHA log or workers compensation data to industry averages? How do you measure the performance of your safety program? There’s a lot misinformation about safety metrics and predictive analytics, beginning with the misrepresentation of “averages.” In this session we’re going to review injury and work comp data in a new and honest way, which will help us better understand the performance of the safety program.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
When an employee is exposed to a chemical and you’re not sure what to do — and Section 4: First Aid Measures of the SDS doesn't give you the information needed to take care of the employee — the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) guidance is there to help. This session will introduce you to the ATSDR Medical Management Guidelines for Acute Chemical Exposures — an additional resource for safety professionals, physicians and other health professionals in assessing the condition and managing the treatment of patients potentially exposed to hazardous substances.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
This session will cover proper usage of below-the-hook devices such as slings, shackles, and eye bolts. We will also cover safe lifting angles, reading load calculations, and following necessary requirements to make a safe lift.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
When employees feel comfortable asking for help, sharing suggestions informally, or challenging the status quo without fear of negative social consequences, organizations are more likely to innovate quickly, embrace workplace safety, and adapt well to change — capabilities that every business is looking for today. Organizations can foster psychological safety by asking leaders at all levels (including those with no formal authority) to embrace a set of specific behaviors that enable “psychological safety.” Learn a recipe for leadership that promotes this deep level of trust and ownership for your safety program with practical tools to develop psychological safety in your teams.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
There were 109 unbelted fatalities in 2021. The bottom line is if you’re wearing a seat belt during a crash, it will be less severe on average, and you’ll be less likely to sustain injuries or die. Please join us to learn more about seat belt safety and receive safety information you can share with your employees. Stay to take a ride in the Seat Belt Convincer that simulates a low-impact collision or take a spin in the Rollover Simulator — both demonstrate the value and importance of wearing a seat belt.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
EHS generalists are often tasked with managing risks to prevent worker injury and illness.  Some health risks can be difficult to identify and understand.  Industrial hygiene is the art and practice of anticipating, recognizing, evaluating and controlling workplace health hazards.  This session will introduce attendees to industrial hygiene exposure assessment methodology that can be used to improve risk assessments.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
Two high-energy, seasoned professionals will provide this entertaining presentation demonstrating the hidden risks of events of all sizes. Learn what questions to ask during the planning stages of an event and receive many helpful resources. Understand how state fire/building/electrical codes, state statutes, local ordinances and policies can assist in pre-planning events. Examples of real-world event disasters will also be shared. This is a circus you don't want to miss!
Time
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
11:15 AM
It’s been a tough couple of years. More than tough, actually. Couldn’t we all use a little laughter to lighten up a little? Join us to see how laughter is the natural antidote for anxiety and stress, and also a joyful cocktail for our bodies. Raise your endorphins, lower your blood pressure, breathe deeply and learn a new, and natural, coping technique for our stressful times.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
This session will take a refreshing look at how to put a stronger value on what matters most — our own personal safety and how our safety actions impact others. Participants will learn how an effective safety culture works and gain real-world tools that can be utilized in their own lives, both on the job and at home.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
This session is designed to educate those responsible for securing loads on over the road transportation vehicles. We will review the cargo securement standards based on North American Cargo Securement Standard Model Regulations, which require motor carriers to change the way they use cargo securement to prevent shifting or falling.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
Don’t miss this overview of fatality, trends and statistics, current MNOSHA staffing, and the inspection process, including various types and priorities of inspections. Several enforcement standards MNOSHA is prioritizing will also be discussed.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
There are so many factors that divide our employees, and that compromise our relationships with one another at work. When employees are distracted by a work climate steeped in conflict, both safety culture and morale suffer. We'll uncover the roots of toxic division in the workplace and explore how we can close the gaps between one another in order to build a stronger safety culture and more unified work groups.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
This session will cover the basics of the opioid crisis in Minnesota -- how it affects employees, workplaces, families, and communities -- and the steps employers can take to be a part of the opioid epidemic response.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
Join this motivational safety presentation that is changing the landscape of safety talks nationwide. Brandon Schroeder takes attendees on a journey from his quintessential life the day of his accident through his agonizing recovery, unavoidable depression, and ultimately accepting his situation and persevering.  This session explores the consequences of complacency and the importance of valuing a safe working environment and a 'look out for one another' safety culture.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
What is the key DOT issue you and your organization are struggling with? Is it hours-of-service, drug and alcohol testing, proposed changes to driver medical qualifications? This session will be an open roundtable discussion including employers and regulators.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
Join this session to gain an understanding of impairment as a well-being issue and how fatigue, cognitive distractions, and perception of risk impact safe work performance. Learn controls for the risks presented by human factors. Attendees can bring this knowledge back to begin having conversations about integrating human factor controls into their existing safety programs and humanize the workplace.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
Many companies do not truly want safety. They only want the appearance of safety. How not to be the scape goat.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
Humans are hardwired to think in narrative terms of cause and effect. Storytelling is a powerful tool, but it needs to demonstrate the main teaching topic. Keeping a library of well-crafted and practiced stories that are relevant to a number of different topics is essential to successful training.  Join this session to learn the construct of effective storytelling and how it can impact all aspects of your business.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
Emerging risk is an area of risk management that was once purely the providence of large reinsurers.  Today, given the pace of change and the impact these changes are having on societies and businesses globally, emerging risk has become a more relevant subject matter area for everyone.  From climate change to occupational safety, product stewardship to supply chain management, virtually every sector of your company has and will continue to be impacted by these dynamic forces. The goal of this session is to frame the discussion of emerging risk and the impact it can have on your organization. We will also examine historic scenarios in which the early signs of harm were missed or ignored as well as discuss tools that can be utilized to monitor current trends.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
Laugh, participate, and experience an altered state of reality! Self-selecting audience volunteers will be hypnotized and become the stars of the show! During this performance, the lucky volunteers will undergo a complete transformation. The pandemonium is all great fun and will have attendees laughing from start to finish during this special performance exclusively for our group!
Time
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
4:30 PM

Wednesday, 04 May 2022

Description
The Intangible It, examines the "it" quality movie stars possess that you can't quite put your finger on… or can you? By sharing humorous and humbling tales of his own Tinseltown adventures, Jack breaks down the "it" factor that makes certain actors superstars and shares how you can use those lessons to become a star in your profession. Along this journey, you’ll learn about The Gift and how to channel your inner-Clooney to make everyone you encounter feel like the most important person in the room. We’ll examine The Shift by exploring the secret sauce that has given Tom Hanks such career longevity in an ever-changing industry. And with The Connect we will dive into ways you can be more memorable to anyone you meet – and it might be as simple as wearing a Dolly Parton tee shirt. For real. This presentation delivers the fun and humor you want with the applicable takeaways that you just might need.
Time
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
7:30 AM
Learn the basics of administering an effective loss control program. Includes: • Loss Control Process • Inspections • Accident Investigations • Material Handling • Fire Safety • Machine Guarding Concepts • Electrical Safety • Lockout/Tagout Limited to 90 people, pre-registration required.
Time
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
9:30 AM
Ending distracted driving will ultimately require a change in the driving culture. Change is not easy! A multi-faceted approach is required meaning that all approaches, from community-based grassroots efforts to employer engagement, have a role to play in ending distracted driving. These various approaches differ in their effectiveness for different audiences, and using multiple approaches, therefore, helps to reach all stakeholders, including teens, parents, employees, and experienced drivers alike. Learn about these various approaches and how they can complement one another to change the driving culture to one that is distraction-free.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
We all want to live lives that matter, but just how do we make a positive difference? Some believe that you must have an impressive title to do so, but that is a mistake. Everyone can be a leader through having a heart that cares, a head that connects, hands that collaborate, and feet that show courage.  This session will discuss the four components of developing influence with anyone and provide participants with tools of influence that can be incorporated into daily lives.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
Every organization, whether there are 5 or 50,000 employees, has a culture. In the midst of today’s times, we’ve seen varying degrees of impact on company culture. It may feel like it’s being put under a magnifying glass, with uncertainties arising about how it will be adapted and maintained.  What we know for sure is that a culture will emerge, whether intended or not, so we must be deliberate in how we curate the work environment. In this session we will focus on the four stages of building a conscious culture and how to charge your leaders and teams for success at each stage. Get ready to understand how culture is an integrated factor to your safety and business strategy.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
Many companies do very well at documenting safety procedures and inspections. Very few companies manage adequate industrial hygiene or health programs. During routine inspections and VPP audits, OSHA ensures that the ‘H’ in OSHA is not silent! This session will focus on the minimum compliance requirements along with the value of the data and information collected for a sound health program. Learn what hazards require industrial hygiene assessments or sampling; recognize what OSHA will look at during a health inspection at your facility; and select methods to maintain health records that are accessible and capable to meet the retention timeframe.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
From safety helmets engineered to protect where current standards (surprisingly) don’t, to the newest glove designs aimed at countering common complaints (70% of hand injuries are the result of going glove-less), these work gear advancements are changing the way work is done (and the way workers feel about their PPE). Join one of the most prolific innovation teams in the safety game for the next evolution of PPE, delivering beyond what job sites require and work crews desire.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
There are two fundamental challenges EHS professionals face when managing contractors: 1) Using disconnected administrative processes when hiring workers, and 2) The uncertainty of knowing if they have obtained proper training and certifications. This presentation outlines a five-step process to ensure these workers are compliant with your safety standards.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM
As a new safety professional, or perhaps someone who recently took on a safety role within your organization, attend this session to participate in a conversation with a panel of seasoned safety professionals and representatives from the Minnesota Safety Council’s Process Improvement Network (PIN) group who will discuss trends in safety, lessons learned, recommendations to further your career path, and an opportunity to meet, ask questions, and network with champions in the safety profession.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
This session will connect employee engagement, a simple accountabilities model, and safety programs and initiatives in a way that helps unfold the deep, strategic impact safety can have on company culture and overall performance. Many company leaders desire a stronger culture of accountability, this presentation will provide a model map to guide the journey.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
11:15 AM
The world of electrical hazards, protection and accident prevention can be a confusing place. We will explore NFPA 70E from a 101 viewpoint and learn some of the best practices around, key changes over the years, who is responsible for what, the difference in FR and AR along with proper selection and care and much more! After this session you should have a good working knowledge of what your electrical safety program should have in it when it comes to PPE, clothing and training requirements and also learn of any possible gaps in your current program so you can start filling them.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
11:15 AM
When should you prepare to communicate in a crisis? Long before it happens – and it will happen. Having the three Ps in place – planning, people and practice – can make a difference. This session will look at the basics of putting together a crisis plan including how to be ready with standby statements and key messages, who should be on your crisis team and how to respond to the news media.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
11:15 AM
Over the past few years there have been many changes in state and federal regulations that apply to those who deliver goods and provide transportation services in Minnesota. Come and watch the Minnesota State Patrol’s Commercial Motor Vehicle expert perform a hands-on mock roadside inspection.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
Unintended consequences of the 'greening' of America and the rest of the world are impacting our health and well-being. In our efforts to conserve energy, we have invited blue light into our homes, workplaces, schools and more. Combined with our reliance on our digital devices and computers the detrimental effects are major. Join this session to understand the impact blue light has on workers and why blue light presents one of the most major health hazards in the workplace. Attendees will learn about today's solutions to mitigate the impact of harmful blue light.
Time
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
11:15 AM
Many new OSHA and ANSI standards have been released for the Fall Protection industry since 2017. The recently released 2022 ANSI Z359 standards focus on self-retracting lifelines (SRL) and the new standards for Horizontal Lifeline (HLL) and Vertical Lifeline (VLL) systems are in their final stages. These new standards, resulting in significant changes to both equipment and systems, will be discussed and explored as they pertain to the employer and employee in both construction and general industry.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
Are your facility LOTO procedures and program outdated? Facility revisions, equipment updates, and staffing changes over the years can result in an overwhelming task to ensure compliance. This session will review best practices for completing equipment assessments, employee challenges, common mistakes, and methods to efficiently work through the process. Come away with knowledge that will make your update a breeze!
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
This session will outline the differences and similarities between Industrial EMS and street medics — from backgrounds to treatment philosophies. Many Industrial responders have specialized training, with dual/multiple-role challenges. Learn about the duties, responsibilities and requirements for Industrial EMS, including developing an Operation Plan between Industrial EMS and local EMS to ensure smooth patient care.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
Traffic crashes kill employers. They are the number one cause of worker deaths and the costliest workers’ compensation injury by cause. Learn from employers firsthand about their experiences, challenges, and success in developing and implementing workplace traffic safety programs.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
COVID has reinforced our need and desire for injury free workplaces more than ever. However, fostering the safety culture and shared responsibility in an evolving workplace environment is not an easy task. This new challenge calls for a collective engagement to make a collective impact. Join this session to learn new ways to look at safety through the lens of engagement, equity, and shared responsibility. Perception surveys will be one of the tools highlighted to help understand the deepest common needs of your workforce.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
This session will help you increase your understanding of mental illness, practice getting a conversation about mental illness started, reduce stigma and discrimination, and develop tools for mental health awareness in your workplace or community. The Make It OK campaign was created to change hearts and minds about the misperceptions surrounding mental illnesses by encouraging open conversations and education on the topic.  This presentation proclaims that it is time to spread the word, stop the silence and "Make It OK" to start a conversation.
Time
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM
If you handle Hazardous Waste at Treatment, Storage, or Disposal (TSDs) sites, are part of your employer's spill response team, are an emergency responder, or have incident command duties, then you likely need HAZWOPER training. This session helps you decide which type of HAZWOPER training is right for you.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
The connection we make with our employees is centered on the heart and mind — how we relate to what they do and think, what they observe and how they feel about the company's culture. Learn how human factors affect climate and how climate affects the culture in an organization. If we want lasting change in the culture of our workforce, we must first assess the people systems.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
As a contractor, one of the greatest tools we can use to keep our workers safe are project-specific safety plans. These plans help identify risks and associated mitigations for specific projects we work on. This session will discuss best practices in creating and deploying site-specific safety plans and how these plans fit in with other corporate safety processes and policies.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
Impairment is impairment and can be anything like alcohol, opioids, or cannabis, to physical factors like fatigue and stress. This session will provide an in-depth discussion of how to identify the signs and symptoms of substance abuse and more importantly, the supervisor’s role in approaching and employer-suspected use at work.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
3:15 PM
OSHA updated their enforcement guidelines for robot safety on September 1, 2021. This session provides an overview of the updates within the OSHA Technical Manual (OTM). OSHA enforcement officers will use this OTM to perform inspections and investigations within facilities with robot systems. If you have robot systems within your facility, this session will act as a guide towards how to maintain a safe robot system to avoid non-compliance with OSHA’s OTM for Robot Safety.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM
This session will discuss some of the precursors to the successful implementation of an actively caring work environment, or any safety initiative. Discussion will include barriers and opportunities at different levels within a company, from the C-suite to middle management to the front lines. The session will address the “what’s in it for me” mentality and how to make the “answer fit the audience.” The presentation will be based on the speakers’ successful collaboration together at Hunt Electric. Come learn how to evaluate whether you’re ready to take that next step, and how to create a foundation for change.
Time
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:15 PM

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