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Separating the Wheat from the Chaff with Dave Johnson

March 03, 2022 • Larry Wilson • Season 3 • Episode 26

Separating The Wheat from the Chaff with Dave Johnson, Editor ISHN - Industrial Safety and Hygiene News

Dave has been in the field for over 30 years. He has seen many things come and go. He has seen what’s worked or has had enough substance (wheat) to make it around the globe. He has also seen many many supposedly great ideas launched with bright lights and big expectations fizzle out in less than two years (chaff).

So, Dave has had a unique look at almost ALL the programs, processes and initiatives put forth. But he’s also had unique access to the people behind the new ideas: who they are and what they stand for. That alone is well worth listening to. However, Dave also has a serious warning for all the safety professionals out there in terms of their attitude or perspective about the “next big thing” - and it’s not what you’d expect. So, please join us February 17, at 1:00pm (eastern)

About Dave:

Dave is the owner of Dave Johnson's Writing Shop and a B2B magazine chief editor, writer, reporter, researcher, analyst, public speaker (120+ presentations) for 40 years. He’s naturally curious and enjoys establishing relationships with many sources and columnists in his journalism work. He’s conducted interviews with scores of subject matter experts.

Dave launched the web site for Industrial Safety & Hygiene News magazine in 1995, and supervised web content, news, features, thought leadership blogs and social media platforms.

His subject matter specialties:
- Industrial safety equipment (PPE), industrial hygiene equipment, facility safety equipment
- Environmental Health and Safety critical issues and trends
- New safety technology, wearables, mobile devices, software, smart PPE, smart LOTO, smart confined space entry
- All things relating to the connected worker and the connected workplace
- Health and wellness -- with a specialization in mental health issues
- Organizational management and culture
- Safety leadership
- Serious injuries and fatalities
- Psychology of human behavior