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Safety Factor, a podcast for industrial professionals, features discussions between like-minded experts. Once a month, we sit down to discuss some of today's newest product and safety innovations, best practices, industry standards, and more with industry-leading experts.© 2022 Economía Gestión y Liderazgo Liderazgo
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  • MEWP Best Practices: Safety That Saves Lives at Height

    MEWP Best Practices: Safety That Saves Lives at Height
    Apr 28 2026
    Fall protection requirements for mobile elevated work platforms are often misunderstood, especially when it comes to boom lifts, scissor lifts, manufacturer guidance, and jobsite-specific rules. In this episode of Safety Factor, Ben Hengst sits down with a panel of fall protection specialists to break down what workers, supervisors, and safety leaders need to know before stepping into a lift.The discussion covers when fall protection is required in a boom lift versus a scissor lift, why ejection is one of the biggest hazards in elevated platforms, and how OSHA requirements interact with manufacturer instructions, company policy, and site rules. The panel also explains the difference between fall restraint and fall arrest, where to tie off inside a lift, and why using the wrong equipment can create serious risk.If your team uses boom lifts, scissor lifts, or other aerial equipment, this episode offers practical guidance on selecting PPE, inspecting equipment before use, training workers properly, and avoiding the complacency that often leads to incidents at height."I think the biggest issue with any type of fall protection, especially when you're tying off into lifts, it's just complacency... they've been in a lift every day, or they've done it hundreds of times and nothing's ever happened any other time. So they're not taking this serious." Dan Montchal, Project Manager and Horizontal Lifeline Specialist, HySafeEpisode HighlightsWhy boom and scissor lifts have different fall protection considerationsEjection vs falling out of a boom liftFall restraint vs. fall arrest — what each one does and when they matterCommon tie-off mistakesWhy training, inspections, and JSAs, are critical before working at heightThis episode is essential listening for:Safety managers and EHS leadersWorkers who operate boom lifts or scissor liftsSupervisors responsible for work at heightContractors reviewing lift safety requirements and trainingAnyone building or improving a fall protection programGuests:Hillari Frost, Fall Protection Division Manager, MazzellaCorey Crawford, Fall Protection Specialist, MazzellaBecky Danielson, Training Director, SafewazeDan Montchal, Project Manager and Horizontal Lifeline Specialist, HySafeFree Downloads:Job Safety Analysis and Working at Height Risk Assessment BundleFall Safety 101 Infographic PosterTop 10 Safety Tips for Working at HeightTop 5 Fall Protection Hazards on the Job SiteFall Protection Harness Inspection Field ReferenceHierarchy of Fall Protection
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    30 m
  • How Much Does Crane Safety Actually Cost?

    How Much Does Crane Safety Actually Cost?
    Aug 14 2025

    What safety features should be built into your next crane or your lifting equipment? Which ones tend to get cut before the order is placed?

    In this episode of Safety Factor, crane experts share what happens when budget decisions override safety intentions. From no-touch rigging tools to laser-marked danger zones, they walk through the safety innovations available today and explore the extra costs associated.

    You’ll hear about the most common injury patterns in steel operations, the push-pull between production and safety, and how small investments now can prevent major incidents later.

    "Everybody has caviar dreams until they find out how much it costs, right? So yes, they want to make them safe. Yes, they want to make them reliable, right? ... 'Yes, I want the Cadillac.' And then you give 'em the price and they say, 'Oh, well, what can we do to get it, you know, half price?'"

    Episode Highlights:

    • Why crane safety features get cut during procurement - A real look at where cost pressures show up—and what it means for operators
    • No-touch systems and radio control systems - What they do, how they help, and the % price bump to expect
    • Crane safety vs. production pressure - Why “just train them better” isn't a full strategy—and what to do instead
    • How to use incident data to justify safety upgrades - Learn how near-miss trends can support your CapEx proposal
    • The hidden cost of designing for price, not safety - When procurement wins the spec battle, who pays the price later?

    Whether you're specifying cranes, selecting safety systems, or building a CapEx case, this episode offers grounded advice on how to prioritize safety, even when budgets tighten.

    Guests:

    • Jim Warren, Director of Steel Segment, Mazzella
    • Chris Ross, Key Account Manager, Mazzella
    • Lance White, Director of Sales Specialists, Mazzella

    FREE DOWNLOADS:

    • Overhead Cranes E-Book: Overhead Cranes From Top To Bottom
    • 10 Things to Consider When Selecting an Overhead Crane for Your Business Checklist
    • Bridge Crane Quote Comparison Tool
    • Overhead Crane and Hoist Service E-Book: A Guide to Upgrades and Modernizations
    • Overhead Cranes & Built-Up Hoists Brochure
    • No-Touch Electrode Handling Systems Brochure
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    18 m
  • Crane Buying Mistakes That Cost Millions

    Crane Buying Mistakes That Cost Millions
    Jul 31 2025

    When it comes to overhead cranes, the real cost isn’t always upfront. In this episode of Safety Factor, crane industry veterans share the most common buying mistakes that lead to catastrophic failures, expensive service calls, and constant downtime, and how to avoid them from the start.

    From mismatched duty cycles to proprietary parts and short-sighted procurement strategies, this episode unpacks the traps that cost operations hundreds of thousands—if not millions—over time.

    You’ll hear exactly what to avoid when buying a crane, so you don’t end up with years of breakdowns, ballooning costs, and downtime you can’t afford.

    "You've got cranes that are still in service that have been up for 40 years, and they're still serviceable, they're still solid, good cranes, and those cranes were sold right. You've got other cranes that were sold six months ago, and they're wore out already." - Kevin Brewer, Director of Service, Mazzella

    Episode Highlights:

    • Real-life crane failures and what caused them
    • Why specs—not price tags—should guide your next crane purchase
    • Understanding duty cycle and what it means for your uptime
    • How to compare crane quotes the right way
    • What makes a crane easier and cheaper to service long-term
    • How to explain crane needs to higher-ups or procurement

    Whether you're sourcing a new crane or stuck maintaining one that’s underperforming, this episode is packed with honest insights, technical expertise, and hard-earned lessons.

    This Episode Is Essential Listening For:

    • Operations managers in steel and mill environments
    • Procurement teams evaluating crane proposals
    • Engineers and maintenance leaders
    • Anyone responsible for uptime in a facility with overhead cranes

    Guests:

    • Jim Warren, Director of Steel Segment, Mazzella
    • Tim Gaydos, Crane Specialist, Mazzella
    • Kevin Brewer, Director of Service, Mazzella

    FREE Downloads:

    • Overhead Cranes E-Book: Overhead Cranes From Top To Bottom
    • 10 Things to Consider When Selecting an Overhead Crane for Your Business Checklist
    • Bridge Crane Quote Comparison Tool
    • Overhead Crane and Hoist Service E-Book: A Guide to Upgrades and Modernizations
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    26 m
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