NESC Connections Podcast
by Nebraska Safety Council
The CONNECTIONS Podcast is a series focused on discussing a variety of topics related to workplace safety, employee well-being at home and in the workplace, traffic safety and more. The series will feature insight from local, regional and national professionals. Nebraska Safety Council, Executive Director John Lefler, Jr. is your host for this 30-40 minute podcast. A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
Episodes
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Total Worker Health Solutions
When employers are expertly equipped, businesses can integrate effective workplace health and safety initiatives for their workforce, they experience happier and healthier employees, increased production, higher retention rates and fewer medical and work comp claims. How does it work and more...
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Road Safety - Heading in the Wrong Direction?
Nebraska is experiencing an alarming increase in speeding and distracted driving incidents. Unfortunately, seatbelt usage in Nebraska continues to be the lowest in the country. And recent incidents, including an NDOT worker, who was struck and injured by a motorist in an active work zone…
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Safe Driving - Habits, Behaviors & Education
As we navigate through the 100 days of Summer, traffic fatalities in Nebraska are ahead of where they were at this time last year. Distracted driving is the new impaired driving and breaking this cycle is rooted in education, the behaviors we model for our kids behind the wheel and committing to…
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Outdoor Safety & The 100 Days of Summer
This episode focuses on outdoor safety, signs and prevention for heat exhaustion and stroke, the importance of adequate hydration and more. Hear more about how to avoid accidents throughout the summer when we often see an increase in collisions with motorists, impaired drivers and teen drivers.…
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Social Wellbeing at Work and Home
This episode focuses on how to create an environment for a recovery friendly workplace and online safety. Our guest panel will include; Ann McCauley, RFW Project Director at the University of Missouri Extension, Michelle McDowell, Senior Coordinator at the University of Missouri Extension, Rian...
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Financial Wellbeing: Mental Health and Money Matters
According to the American-Psychological Association, 72% of adults in the U.S. report feeling stressed about money, with 22% reporting extreme stress related to financial concerns. This stress has also been linked to an increase in anxiety and depression. Our guest panel includes; Chris Bedient,...
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Occupational Wellbeing
According to a 2023 Forbes Advisor study, nearly 13% of full-time employees work from home. Nearly 30% work a hybrid model. It is estimated that by 2025, 33% of the U.S. workforce will work remotely. The trend towards remote work is showing no signs of slowing down, but many of the challenges...
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Wellness Steps that Work Well
In this episode you'll hear from Kelsey Pruss, MS, and Karen Rehm from the Nebraska Safety Council Wellness Team, Bob Williams, Director of Human Resources at Garner Industries, and host John Lefler, Jr. as they discuss the first steps to establishing a culture of wellness in your workplace. This...
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Motorcycle Safety - Should You Even Ride?
There is no doubt riding a motorcycle is fun, but is it safe? With news almost daily highlighting yet another collision or fatal crash, beginner, and experienced riders alike question if it IS worth the risk. How do motorcycle riders, as well as car and truck drivers reverse this trend? This is...
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Agriculture Wellness & Safety
The strength and success of agriculture in the U.S. is a vital part of our economy. A noble and rewarding occupation, it is also a source of immense stress affecting farming operations, individuals, families, and their communities. Join us for a discussion on the unique stressors impacting the...
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100 Deadliest Days
In this episode of the Nebraska Safety Council Podcast, John Lefler Jr. sits down with Jeanne Bietz (Nebraska DHHS) and Cody Thomas (Nebraska State Patrol) to discuss the 100 Deadliest Days. A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based...
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Building A Safety Plan
In this episode of the Nebraska Safety Council Podcast, John Lefler Jr. sits down with Brian York and Ric Voelker from NESC as well as Nick Senior and Doris Burns to discuss the importance of building a safety plan for the workplace. A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media…
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Emotional Wellbeing in the Workplace
In this episode of the Nebraska Safety Council Podcast, John Lefler Jr. sits down with Karen Rehm, Aaron May, and Dave Mlnarik to discuss the importance of emotional wellbeing in the workplace. With the current stressors of the pandemic and remote work, it's more important than ever to prioritize...
About this show
The CONNECTIONS Podcast is a series focused on discussing a variety of topics related to workplace safety, employee well-being at home and in the workplace, traffic safety and more.
The series will feature insight from local, regional and national professionals. Nebraska Safety Council, Executive Director John Lefler, Jr. is your host for this 30-40 minute podcast.
A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
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