Steel mills have come a long way! The "hot, nasty, dirty, and dangerous" mills of yesteryear were all about tonnage. But now it's people over production.
In this episode of Safety Factor, we follow the fiery trail from OSHA to smart sensors. Three mill veterans bare their battle scars from the early days. We're talking about tearing your rotator cuff atop 3,000° furnaces. No tie-offs, no fall protection, no nothin'. Just sweat and steel.
Today it's a new safety culture focused on planning, training, and prevention. VR simulators, automated cranes, and "no-touch" tools help avoid hand crushing and drops. Real-time data guides continuous improvement. And cardinal rules weed out the reckless.
Steel may still run thick in the blood, but now there's pride in safety records too. Far from the Wild West, modern mills blend tradition with technology. Protecting their tribe, sharpening their edge. How are steel mills becoming safer and more modern workplaces?
Join Michael, Jim, and Chris as they temper their decades of expertise. We examine past pitfalls, current challenges, and the high-tech future. How to keep good people safe - and build quality faster than ever.
So heat things up with us! Learn why steel mills are becoming safer, smarter workplaces while staying productive. Learn how the steel industry is evolving to protect its people and retain its proud traditions. In this episode of Safety Factor, experts examine progress in safety procedures, training, equipment, and culture. It's all here in this edition of Safety Factor!
Guests:
- Michael Skipper, General Supervisor of Rail Mill Operations at EVRAZ North America
- Jim Warren, Director of Steel Segment at Mazzella
- Chris Ross, Key Account Manager for Steel Sales at Mazzella
Background Reading:
- What is the No-Touch Electrode Handling System?
- No touch hand tools can help to reduce hand and finger injuries by facilitating safe movement of the load. How to Use No-Touch Hand Tools to Reduce Injuries on Your Job Site
- Are you looking for a more efficient way to rig a crane hook? Elebia evo Automatic Crane Hook: Design, Benefits, & Best Uses
- OSHA Hierarchy of Controls: Reducing Fall Hazards for Working at Height
Related Podcasts:
- How To Make Your Overhead Crane Safer
- How To Make Your Overhead Crane More Efficient
- How Is ITI Incorporating Technology Into Crane Operator Training?
- How To Start An In-House Safety Program
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