Incident Prevention Magazine

09/19/2025

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Elaine Bellew & David Pantiliano with PSEG will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo as Speakers!

📅 Register today! → https://lnkd.in/es3D-Nk
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Join us October 28th - 30th, 2025, in Glendale, AZ
Earn CUSP Points for attending each session!

At PSEG, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s our core value. As New Jersey’s largest utility, we’re raising the bar with our groundbreaking Safety 2.0 initiative, a transformative program centered on preventing serious injuries by putting people first. This keynote explores how they are embedding human and organizational performance (HOP) principles into every layer of its operations—empowering employees to own safety, speak up, and actively assess risks.

Join David Pantiliano, Sr. Director of Inside Plant Construction, and Elaine Bellew, Sr. Project Manager of Utility Culture, as they share key insights, best practices, and real-world lessons from the front lines of cultural change. Discover how Safety 2.0 is reshaping the safety mindset and positioning PSE&G as a model for the utility industry and beyond.

Elaine Bellew is currently a Senior Project Manager for the Utility Strategy Organization since May 2022. In this role she manages the Utility Culture team, which leads and executes various employee engagement and development programs impacting 7,000+ MAST and BU employees across PSE&G.

Elaine’s previous roles with PSE&G include Manager of the Project Origination Team, responsible for the front-end design and planning for large transmission and distribution projects. Additionally, she has held engineering and construction management roles for substations and switching station upgrade and development projects.

Additionally, Elaine currently holds the role of Enterprise Events Lead for the Women’s Leadership Alliance (WLA), an Employee Business Resource Group (EBRG), since 2021. In this role, she leads the planning and ex*****on of the annual International Women’s Day conference- an event attended by over 500+ participants annually across PSEG showcasing various professional development and networking experiences.

A graduate of Rutgers University with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Elaine also holds a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management from New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Current PSEG Position
Senior Director Inside Plant Construction, Maintenance, and Engineering December 2024.
Director of Inside Plant Construction and Maintenance, March 2022

Prior PSEG positions (if any)
Director of Asset Management, PSEG Fossil
Director of Combined Cycle Operation, PSEG Fossil
Plant Manager of Sewaren Generating Station, PSEG Fossil
Plant Manager of Bergen Generating Station, PSEG Fossil

Prior work history
I have held various Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering positions in our previous power generation company, PSEG Fossil. I shifted roles to Utility Operations after successfully transitioning the Fossil portfolio following the sale. I started with PSEG Power in 2004 as a Generation Engineer, rotating throughout the organization in both front-line leadership positions and technical roles. I have held key leadership roles throughout the Fossil portfolio, supporting large scale strategic projects, most notably the construction and commissioning of Keys Energy Center, Sewaren 7, and Bridgeport 5. I also lead the Operations effort supporting the sale of the Fossil portfolio and the transition team.

Education/Leadership Programs
New Jersey Institute of Technology, Electrical Engineering

09/16/2025

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Rod Courtney, CHST, CUSP, WCLS with PowerGrid Services will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

📅 Register today! → https://lnkd.in/es3D-Nk
🎯 Check out the Pre-Conference Workshops - https://lnkd.in/gJARhHnP
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Join us October 28th - 30th, 2025, in Glendale, AZ
Earn CUSP Points for attending each session!

Rod's session is in 2 parts for "Advice From the Worst Safety Professional Ever"

Discuss things I wish I had known while coming up in the safety profession. The audience will laugh with me and at me when telling stories of how I was the worst safety professional ever. Learn what to do by learning what NOT to do in your career.

Rod is the Director of Safety for PowerGrid Services, but he began his career in the US military. He served as an Army Combat Medic from 1990-1998. He has been a Certified Safety Technician for over 25 years and became a Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) in 2019.
Rod is a highly respected safety culture consultant, author, and speaker with extensive experience in safety management and consulting for more than 30 years. He is the author of the Best-Selling book, "The 8 Habits of a Highly Effective Safety Culture,". This is a groundbreaking publication that provides practical guidance on how organizations can establish a strong safety culture.

Moreover, Rod has taught graduate-level courses in occupational safety and health management at Southeastern Louisiana University and has served as an expert witness in numerous court cases involving construction workplace accidents. His expertise and practical approach in risk management, safety culture, and leadership have made him a highly sought-after speaker at many safety conferences and events worldwide.

Rod is a USOLN Board Member and was selected as a member of “Who’s Who in America” in 2022.

09/15/2025

🚨 Speaker Highlight: William N Martin (Billy Martin, Mr. Bill) CUSP, RN, NRP, DIMM will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

📅 Register today! → https://lnkd.in/es3D-Nk
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Join us October 28th - 30th, 2025, in Glendale, AZ

Earn CUSP Points for attending each session!

"The Dangerous Cost of Silence: How Defend Mode Blocks Safety and Intelligence."

Interactive session using TPR, to enhance learning from Physical Response, to understand how the Behavioral Inhibition System (BIS) Blocks our ability to connect with each other, and blocks our ability to learn. Also to identify that our responses are based on 200,000 years of brain software that can be overwritten when we become aware of it. We can't unsee what we see.

Learning Objectives:

Attendees will Understand the difference between the BAS and the BIS. Behavioral Activation System VS Behavioral Inhibition System. Alias, Discover Mode vs Defend Mode.

Attendees will experience how the different neurochemistry of each changes our minds and our physical posture.

Attendees will learn tactics to overcome our biological reactions to remain curious in Discover Mode, and improve safety through collective intelligence.

Synchrony will be experienced, Invisible Forces that create the environment will be identified. The importance of having quality transactions between everyone and everything around us will be revealed.

About Bill:

Certified Utility Safety Professional, Registered Nurse, Nationally Registered Paramedic, Diploma in Mountain Medicine, Degree in Ecology and Environmental Technology,

Experience:

High Voltage Lineman, Helicopter Flight Nurse/Paramedic, Diploma in Mountain Medicine, Project Manager, Safety Director, Cardiology Nurse, Orthopedic Nurse, Home Infusion Nurse, Past Emergency Squad President/CEO, National Ski Patrol Instructor Trainer, Advanced Wilderness Life Support, Writer, Author, Podcaster, Speaker, High Altitude Adventurer, Pilot.

09/12/2025

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Brandon Wylie, CUSP with Quanta Services, Inc. will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

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Brandon's topic is "A Moral Obligation: Leadership's Responsibility to Protect"

In high-risk industries, leadership carries a responsibility far greater than production goals, it carries the moral obligation to protect lives. This powerful presentation, led by Brandon Wylie, Regional Director of Training at Quanta Services, challenges leaders to examine whether their actions truly match their words when it comes to safety, training, and accountability.

Attendees will learn how to:

Communicate safety and procedural changes in ways that resonate with crews.

Drive engagement in training to build buy-in and long-term commitment.

Recognize the profound impact of leadership on shaping culture, trust, and crew performance.

Through real-world examples, emotional intelligence strategies, and hard truths about shortcuts, Brandon underscores the ethical responsibility of every leader to value human life above productivity. Crew leaders, supervisors, safety professionals, and executives alike will leave with actionable insights and a renewed commitment to building a culture where safety is not just policy, but a moral obligation.

Join us October 28th - 30th, 2025, in Glendale, AZ

Earn CUSP Points for attending each session!

With over 27 years of experience in the powerline industry, Brandon Wylie is the Regional Director of Training for Quanta Services’ Atlantic Region. Before joining Quanta, he served as Vice President of Apprenticeships at Northwest Lineman College. Prior to that, he spent 15 years at Electric Cities of Georgia, where he led training and safety initiatives as Director of Training & Safety until August 2022.

Brandon has played a significant role in advancing safety and training within the industry. He served as Chair of the Safety Committee for the American Public Power Association (APPA) and contributed to the development of the 17th edition of the APPA Safety Manual. His leadership extends to competitive lineman events, including the APPA Lineworker’s Rodeo and the Georgia Lineman’s Rodeo Association (GLRA), where he has held roles as Chair, Vice Chair, Apprentice Master Judge, Chief Judge, and competitor.

A Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) since 2013, Brandon is an active member of the National Utility Training & Safety Education Association (NUTSEA) and the USOLN - Utility Safety & Ops Leadership Network. In recognition of his contributions, he was named a “Rising Star of Public Power” by APPA in 2011. His dedication to the trade also includes serving as Vice Chair of the National Association of Journeymen Linemen board and, most recently, being appointed to the Board of Directors for the International Lineman’s Museum and Hall of Fame. In October 2023, Brandon was honored with induction into the International Lineman’s Hall of Fame.

A second-generation lineman, Brandon grew up around the trade—his father retired from Greystone Power in Douglasville, Georgia. Beyond his career in training and safety, he has made an impact in a unique way: through music. After working hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2006, he wrote “Highline Cowboy,” a song that captures the spirit of linework. Released as the title track of his 2009 album, “Highline Cowboy” has been featured in the documentary Storm Soldiers, the motion picture Life on the Line starring John Travolta, and multiple commercials nationwide.

09/10/2025

🚨 Speaker Highlight: David McPeak, CSP, CHST, CIT, CUSP, CSSM with Incident Prevention Institute will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

📅 Register today! → https://utilitysafetyconference.com/register/
🎯 Check out the Pre-Conference Workshops - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/register/
🔖 See the Full Agenda - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/agenda/

David's topics are 3 mega sessions with Doug Hill covering all 3 modules of Frontline - Safety Leadership, Human Performance & Incident Prevention.

As well as some other sessions!

Join us October 28th - 30th, 2025, in Glendale, AZ

Earn CUSP Points for attending each session!

Safety Leadership -
The heart of the Frontline program, Leadership will help improve your skills and maximize your potential by identifying and explaining key fundamentals and principles of leadership along with behaviors and characteristics exhibited by effective leaders.

Incident Prevention -
It’s essential to know how to protect your workforce by effectively identifying and mitigating hazards. The Incident Prevention module will empower you and your team to learn how to create and execute a game plan that will prevent incidents.

Human Performance -
Understanding why people do what they do and what inspires them to work with greater safety and efficiency is a vital part of any leader’s repertoire, which is why our Human Performance module provides the tools needed to reduce errors and manage controls.

09/08/2025

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Doug Hill with Incident Prevention Institute will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

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Doug's topic is "Rethinking Job Briefs: Why the End of the Day Matters Most".

As well as some other sessions!

Join us October 28th - 30th, 2025, in Glendale, AZ

Earn CUSP Points for attending each session!

Doug Hill is a retired line worker and Safety Culture/HOP Champion with nearly 40 years of experience in the utility industry. For the last 12 years, he represented the MSUWC in Electric Operations Safety, advocating for safer workplaces and stronger safety cultures. Doug attended Northwood University and New Charter University, earning a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

He is highly respected in the utility industry for his expertise in Safety Culture and Human & Organizational Performance (HOP). His influence extends through keynote presentations, educational sessions at utility conferences, and published articles in IP Magazine, Culture Corner, and more. Doug has also been a featured guest on multiple safety-focused podcasts, including IP, Safety Spectrum, and The Jay Allen Show, where he shares insights on safety leadership and HOP principles.

He resides in Michigan with his high school sweetheart, Stacey, and together they have three daughters and two granddaughters.

09/05/2025

🚨 Speaker Highlight: Jim Willis, MSc, CMAS, CHS1 with InDev Tactical will be at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

📅 Register today! → https://utilitysafetyconference.com/

Jim's topic is "If You’re in the Utility Business, You’re in the Security Business".

Join us October 28th - 30th, 2025, in Glendale, AZ

Earn CUSP Points for attending each session!

Jim Willis is a credentialed security expert and anti-terrorism specialist. He is an experienced electrical engineer and international development professional that has worked in more than 37 developing countries, including conflict and post-conflict areas of Cambodia, Ethiopia, and South Sudan. He spent six years in Afghanistan as a Theater Operations Director leading security operations, training, and reconstruction efforts. Jim’s security expertise is founded on the ground combat-zone experience supplemented with training from the US Defense Security Service, the United Nations Dept. of Safety & Security, and the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security.

Jim’s utility expertise started after a tour of duty with the Navy during the waning days of the Vietnam War, Jim began a life-long utility-focused career that has taken him from lineman to graduate electrical engineer and to utility manager. He has held a myriad of positions in distribution and transmission electric power systems.

Using his in-depth knowledge of electric power systems and utilities, combined with his expertise in security Jim developed “ASSIST”©, a proprietary active shooter and violence prevention training series.

Jim’s education includes a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a master’s degree in International Development and Security.

Jim is an active member of –

- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

- Society for International Development (SID-Washington)

- International NGO Safety and Security Association (INSSA)

- International Association Counterterrorism & Security Professionals (IACSP)

- National Utility Training and Safety Education Association (NUTSEA)

09/04/2025

Elevate Your Brand at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

Looking to connect with a focused audience of utility safety leaders? Don't miss the opportunity to exhibit at the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo!

Ready to make an impact? Learn more and secure your booth today!
https://utilitysafetyconference.com/exhibit-sponsor/exhibitors/

Email us to find out information today - [email protected]

Why Exhibit with iP?

- Direct Access to Decision-Makers: Engage face-to-face with directors, managers, and VPs actively seeking safety solutions.

- Showcase Innovation: Present your cutting-edge products and services to an eager and informed audience.

- Strategic Networking: Build valuable relationships with potential clients and industry peers in a dedicated setting.

- Boost Your Visibility: Strengthen your brand presence and establish your company as a leader in utility safety.

- Generate High-Quality Leads: Drive sales and expand your customer base with direct interactions.

09/02/2025

Mistakes Are Inevitable: Choose to Invest in Recovery Capacity by Shawn M. Galloway

Mistakes are a part of life and business. The question isn't whether they'll happen, but how we'll respond when they do. This article from Incident Prevention highlights the crucial concept of "recovery capacity"—the ability of an organization to effectively handle human error and unforeseen events. It's not just about preventing mistakes, but also about building systems and protocols to recover from them swiftly and safely.

Read the article: https://incident-prevention.com/blog/mistakes-are-inevitable-choose-to-invest-in-recovery-capacity/

Key Takeaways:

- Investing in recovery capacity is as important as investing in prevention.
- Organizations should focus on four key areas: preventive measures, rapid recovery protocols, feedback loops, and flexibility.
- Learning from mistakes and fostering a culture of adaptability can turn potential pitfalls into opportunities for growth.

Q&A:

Q: What is "recovery capacity" in the context of business?
A: It's the ability of an organization to effectively respond to and mitigate the impact of mistakes and unforeseen events, ensuring a quick and safe return to normal operations.

Q: Why are feedback loops important for building resilience?
A: Feedback loops help organizations learn from past mistakes and incidents. By analyzing what went wrong, they can continuously improve their systems and protocols, making them more resilient to future errors.

08/05/2025

Register Today - https://utilitysafetyconference.com/

Join us October 28–30, 2025 for the iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo — where utility safety leaders come together to tackle the industry’s most pressing safety challenges.

- 3 days of impactful education
- 40+ expert-led sessions
- 120+ safety solution exhibitors - our biggest expo hall ever!
- Welcome Reception at PopStroke Entertainment Group
- Inspiring keynote on PSE&G’s Safety 2.0 initiative with Elaine Bellew & David Pantiliano
- Earn /Certification Points

The iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo brings together leading safety and operations minds from across the country for three days of education and networking. If you’re a utility safety or operations professional, this is a can’t-miss event. Come together to gain education, insight & knowledge that will help you and your organization achieve new levels of safety success.

08/05/2025

Join this free webinar!

Free Webinar: How ALBAT Integrated Simulation-Based Training to Bridge Skill Gaps with Operators

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Struggling with skill gaps on your team? You’re not alone.

Join us for a free webinar featuring Daniel Cooper, CUSP, Area Coordinator at ALBAT and 2024 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Instructor of the Year, and Gary James, a 25-year heavy equipment expert from CM Labs Simulations. Learn how simulation-based training is transforming workforce development and helping organizations like ALBAT better prepare their operators for the field.

✅ Real-world training insights
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✅ Attendance worth 1 contact hour for certification maintenance
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Don’t miss it – reserve your spot now!
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08/04/2025

New episode featuring Mark Taylor, CUSP of Primary Engineering and Construction ! We dive into Rethinking Risk—exploring safety culture, risk tolerance, and the power of relationship-driven leadership.

Listen Here: https://utilitysafety.podbean.com/e/utility-safety-podcast-risk-tolerance-and-how-we-think-about-safety-mark-taylor-cusp/

In this compelling episode, Mark Taylor, CUSP, Senior Advisor of Corporate Services at Primary Engineering and Construction, joins us to explore how utility professionals perceive and manage risk. Drawing from decades of field and leadership experience, Mark discusses how a worker’s risk tolerance evolves over time, the importance of coaching over compliance, and how building trust and relationships within teams fosters a stronger safety culture.

We also discuss the generational shift in safety attitudes, how to encourage real “stop work” authority, and the power of employee buy-in—whether it’s safety glasses or safety protocols.

Whether you’re a safety leader, a utility worker, or a manager seeking to improve culture and communication, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and stories that resonate.



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Rethinking Risk: Safety Culture, Risk Tolerance, and Relationship-Driven Leadership In this compelling episode, Mark Taylor, CUSP, Senior Advisor of Corporate Services at Primary Engineering and Construction, joins us to explore how utility professionals perceive and manage risk. Drawing from decade...