This episode is all about Lean Construction! In this episode Earl-Ray Neal interviews L.R. Weeden, CM - Lean, LCI - CPC and current Superintendent and Lean Advocate at Layton Construction Key moments are: How the "Toyota Way" can impact commercial constructionWhat is Lean Construction?Why Lean Construction is important How Lean Construction will grow into the future As always we love to support our guests charity of choice. Please visit www.acementor.org You don’t want to miss this one. Brought to you by Ergonauts Performance Technologies. “Ergonomics for Everyone” Health and Safety is weaved through every aspect of industry, business and our private lives. For more great health and safety content from a wide range of experts visit: https://blog.ergonauts.com To learn more about Ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

In this episode Earl-Ray Neal interviews Steve Davis- Founder and CVO of Ergonauts Performance Technologies Announcing Ergonauts Approved - the first standardized approval process for ergonomic and safety products! Key moments are: - What is Ergonauts Approved and why it matters - What are the Mission Control webinars - Where you can find Ergonauts on social media - The 2024 Applied Ergo Conference - Whats Next for Ergonauts? - Launching a partnership to create a NATIONAL network for home office ergonomic evaluations Check out Ergonauts at: www.ergonauts.com or on LinkedIn You don’t want to miss this one. Brought to you by Ergonauts Performance Technologies. “Ergonomics for Everyone” Health and Safety is weaved through every aspect of industry, business and our private lives. For more great health and safety content from a wide range of experts visit: https://blog.ergonauts.com To learn more about Ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

In this episode Earl-Ray Neal interviews Bill Dobbins, MD, MBA - Owner of Caster Concepts Key moments are: - How Caster Concepts gives back to its community of Albion, MI - Importance of Conscious Capitalism - Why being "Made in America" matters - How casters serve as injury prevention Check out Caster Concepts at: www.casterconcepts.com As always we love to support our guests charity of choice. Please visit https://albionfoundation.org/donate/ You don’t want to miss this one. Brought to you by Ergonauts Performance Technologies. “Ergonomics for Everyone” Health and Safety is weaved through every aspect of industry, business and our private lives. For more great health and safety content from a wide range of experts visit: https://blog.ergonauts.com To learn more about Ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

This episode focuses on Entrepreneurship in Ergonomics Earl-Ray Neal interviews Dr. Monick Anderson, OTD, MS, OTR/L, CEAS - Founder of Flow Ergonomics Key moments are: -How Monick came into ergonomics -Importance of outreach to the general public for ergonomics -Trends in ergonomics -What young therapists should do early on in their careers Visit Dr. Monick Anderson at: flow-ergonomics.com As always we love to support our guests charity of choice. Please visit https://www.whalers-creation.us and https://bgcsnv.org You don’t want to miss this one. Brought to you by Ergonauts Performance Technologies. “Ergonomics for Everyone” Health and Safety is weaved through every aspect of industry, business and our private lives. For more great health and safety content from a wide range of experts visit: https://blog.ergonauts.com To learn more about Ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

Earl-Ray Neal interviews Gary Downey, MS, PE, CPE, Senior Ergonomist at The Ergonomic Center (NC State University) In this episode they discuss one of the most important factors in health and safety - Ergonomic Program Development. Why employee "buy-in" is so important in Ergonomic Programs Challenges facing companies given the again workforce, and conversely, what challenges they face with the younger generations taking over. What is the next "big thing" in ergonomics. Also, check out the Applied Ergonomics Convention: https://www.iise.org/aec/ To watch the interview with Gary Orr referenced in the video click here: https://youtu.be/Xdc0sJTzDRI As always we love to support our guests charity of choice. Please visit PBS.org You don't want to miss this one. Brought to you by Ergonauts Performance Technologies. "Ergonomics for Everyone" Health and Safety is weaved through every aspect of industry, business and our private lives. For more great health and safety content from a wide range of experts visit: https://blog.ergonauts.com To learn more about Ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

Earl-Ray Neal interviews Nate Snyder Director of Safety and Security at Red Wing Shoe Company and Board of Directors of the Minnesota Safety Council. In this episode they discuss Nates's educational and professional background as well as: - What is the next big thing in safety- The age related crisis facing worker safety- Management systems and how they should be structured and who they should work for- Operational ownershipAs always we love to support our guests charity of choice. Please visit www.savetheboundarywaters.org You don't want to miss this one. Brought to you by Ergonauts Performance Technologies. "Ergonomics for Everyone" Also, check out Red Wing Shoes for the best workwear out there: www.redwingshoes.com Health and Safety is weaved through every aspect of industry, business and our private lives. For more great health and safety content from a wide range of experts visit: https://blog.ergonauts.com To learn more about Ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

Earl-Ray Neal interviews Gary Orr, an expert in human factors and ergonomics. They discuss Gary’s educational and professional background, his interest in keeping people safe in their work, and his recent attendance at the Human Factors and Ergonomic Society conference. They also talk about the need to accommodate the aging population in the workforce and preserve their valuable institutional knowledge. Additionally, they discuss the development of exoskeletons and the future of ergonomics. You don’t want to miss this one.

In this episode Matt Gooch, C. Ped, Vice President of Product and Innovation at Superfeet Worldwide has a wide ranging discussion with Earl Ray, that touches on all sorts of key insights.Some highlights include: - The circuitous path to professional success. - Challenges facing the modern workforce. - What is a Certified Pedorthist? - Why Superfeet was created and guiding mission of the company? - How foot health influences the workforce at all levels. We are also looking forward to Matt's presentation/training on our next Mission Control – The Anatomy of an Injury series, which is scheduled for September 21, 2023 at 6pm mountain time. - Visit the Ergonauts LinkedIn page for details to join the live event! ergonauts.com

Chris Williams, CAE, Executive Director, VPPPA - The Premier Global Safety and Health Organization gives an amazing interview... Chris has such a well rounded skillset and experience he articulates the VPP and it's relationship to the VPPPA. Additionally, Chris brings clarity to the shared culture of VPPPA members. He also expresses his visionary thoughts on ergonomics, the aging workforce, and how technology in safety and health can be a positive thing, even helping to ease the pain of not having enough employees to staff HR requirements. You don't want to miss this one.

In this episode Dr. Cadet, MD, MPH discusses: - Her career trajectory from flight surgeon to occupational health physician. -What employers can do to address an aging workforce. -The benefits of employers encouraging early reporting of injury in their workers. -As well as her new venture - Ascend Occupational Medicine ConsultingCheck it out here: Ascendoccmed.comTo learn more about ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

In this episode Earl-Ray and Dr. Sergio Sgro discuss quality systems management and the value that having efficient and effective processes in place provides for an organization. They also go into a mini-tutorial of Lean principles for those of you who are less familiar with this concept. Dr. Sergio Sgro was an associate professor in Applied Engineering and Technology at Eastern Kentucky University for over 12 years where he currently teaches courses in quality systems, Six Sigma, Lean Enterprises, ISO 9001, and advanced material processing. He began his early career as a steel worker and certified welder before returning to school to complete his Masters and PhD at Iowa State University in small business development and industrial technology training. He has been an industrial consultant in the area of Six Sigma, industrial training, 3-D solid modeling design, and more recently in business development. Thank you to our sponsor: Pasta & Vino at pastaandvino.com To learn how you can become an Ergonaut visit Ergonauts.com

In this episode of Atomic Ergo, host Earl Ray Neal interviews Nicole Case, CEO of Ergonauts, and talks about her background in political science and her involvement in K9sforwarriors.com, an organization that trains service dogs for veterans and people with disabilities. They discuss the unique approach of using dogs from shelters and the impact of pairing them with their owners. The episode highlights the importance of charitable giving and supporting organizations that make a positive impact in the community. To learn more about ergonauts visit: ergonauts.com

In this episode Earl-Ray has a great discussion with Albert Moore. Albert is the Chair of Ergonomics for the American Industrial Hygiene Association, CPE, CIH, and an expert in exoskeletons in the workplace. He has an intriguing story about how and why he chose to get into the world of ergonomics, and spends some time discussing the cutting edge research he is doing in the field of workplace exoskeletons. To learn more about Ergonauts and how to become an Ergonaut yourself visit: ergonauts.com

Dr. Bobbie Watts is a PhD, CPE, President of the Applied Ergonomics Society, and Faculty at the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering Taping into her expertise, she gives us valuable insight into: - Her journey in the field of ergonomics. - Where the field of ergonomics is going in the future. - How ergonomists can maximize their impact. - The role of ergonomists in population health and an again population. To learn more about Ergonauts and how to become an Ergonaut yourself visit: ergonauts.com

This video is a rare and intimate glimpse behind not only Ergonauts the start-up but also into the heart of the person that founded the organization. Starting with a sneak peek behind the scenes of the start-up life. Founder Steve Davis gives a candid interview about some of the strategies and pivots that are par for the course in the life of a bootstrapped organization. Finally, to end the discussion there is a powerful conversation between Steve and Earl-Ray that few founders would have the courage to have openly and publicly. Let us know what you think in the comments! To become an Ergonaut or learn more visit ergonauts.com

In this episode Dr. Blair shares the fascinating insights behind the behavioral aspects of safety and how to make real, lasting, change at all levels within an organization. To learn more about Ergonauts please visit ergonauts.com Please visit our sponsor: Lillipad Work Stations at www.lillipad.com

In this episode, Jamie and Earl Ray talk with Ergonauts Chief Learning Officer about the importance of ergonomic training as part of nursing education and other interesting topics that span her amazing career. Peggy Ann Berry, PhD, MSN, RN, COHN-S, CLE, PLNC, FAAOHN has worked in occupational safety and health since 1990, earning a master's in nursing science in 2007 followed by a doctorate in Nursing Research from University of Cincinnati in 2015. She is certified in Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt and as a Lean Ergonomics. Additionally, Dr. Berry was a past Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award examiner for two cycles and State examiner for three cycles. Dr. Berry is the Chief Learning Officer for Ergonauts, LLC. She is a Founding Fellow with the U. S. Academy of Workplace Bullying, Mobbing, and Abuse and was inducted as Fellow with the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses in 2021. Ergonauts.com

In this episode, Earl-Ray and Jamie talk with Kirby Mask CSP, ARM, CPE, CEAS(III), BOE, CLE, about the compelling role that ergonomics play in insurance risk management from his perspective through a long and amazing career in this area. Kirby Mask, CSP, ARM, CPE, CEAS(III), BOE, CLE has worked across multiple industries to provide risk management consulting using his expertise in Ergonomics, Tribology (Slip Trip and Fall), Industrial Operations, and Construction. His certifications, including Certified Lean Ergonomist, Certified Professional Ergonomist, and Certified Safety Professional, combined with broad and deep experience applying Lean principles and practices make Kirby a power player and highly sought after Subject Matter Expert. Ergonauts.com

In this episode Jamie has a discussion with Dr. Greg Pitts OTD, MS OTR/L, CHT about the costs of ergonomic injuries and the long-term impact they have on both employees and employers. Dr. Pitts OTD, MS OTR/L CHT, is recognized as one of the top Hand Therapist on the planet. In his career, which has spanned over three decades, Greg’s been a practitioner, an academic and researcher. Greg regularly speaks/trains both domestically and internationally and serves as a professor at Spalding University. Greg is a successful entrepreneur and serves as the CEO of Commonwealth Hand and Physical Therapy, Bluegrass Properties and Commonwealth Hand Technologies. He’s also the Chair of the AHTF Advisory Board. As a Board Member at Ergonauts, Greg’s cutting-edge approach as a technological solution to the magnitude of illnesses due to poor ergonomics is driving our future tech development. Ergonauts.com

In this episode, Earl-Ray and Jamie talk with Mike Gladden about musculoskeletal disorders showing within the first 4 months and ways this can be fixed to better create a safer work environment based on lean principles. Ergonauts.com