Oil and Gas HSE

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Michael Curran, PhD, CERP, Owner and Principal Ecologist of Abnova Ecological Solutions to discuss how reclaimed natural gas well pads are capable of hosting over 20x more pollinators than “undisturbed” reference areas… essentially showing operators are a significant part of the solution to biodiversity decline. Contact Mike […]

It’s wintertime so today’s podcast is a short discussion detailing tips about working in the cold, preventing and treating frostbite and hypothermia. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com (Click the LEARN link for HPAC conference info) HPAC Conference Discount Code: oggnhsepodcast Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-bowman-6875641/ This episode is […]

Russell Stewart brings back to the show his guest from the Special Holiday Edition, Rory Mele – Director of EHS for BHI. This is a brief conversation but as the title suggests a very important and informative session. Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.lin Contact kedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Rory Mele LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rorymele Company Website: www.bhico.com Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com […]

Learn a little bit about the 146-year history from telegraph to 5G and its modern-day application to safety as Russell interviews Ericsson’s Director of Business Development, Sindhu Laljani. Contact Sindhu Laljani via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sindhulaljani Websites com/en/industries/offshore-and-processing (Private Networks Energy 5G) com/en/industries (Transforming Enterprises) Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com (Click the LEARN […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Shelby Hrechuk owner of Stout Gloves and discusses the company’s interesting Entreprenurial history, impact gloves/hand injuries, and the secret to getting workers to wear them. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact Shelby Hrechuk via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shelby-hrechuk-001147b3 Company Website: epochwesterncanada.com Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com (Click the LEARN […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Dan Lebsack, P.E. – Global Process Safety Management Lead, Baker Hughes Chemicals. Learn about Process Safety keys from a 40+ year industry veteran. A very worthwhile conversation with an emphasis on how when it comes to safety – you’ve never arrived. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Contact […]

From silly Christmas trivia to a serious discussion about the holiday blues and suicide prevention, host Russell Stewart talks with Rory Mele, ASP, CHST – Director of EHS for BHI. Rory’s own personal experience and his current work on a suicide prevention task force sheds real light on a very dark subject so predominant this time […]

Part Two of Russell Stewart’s interview with David Bowman and David Sowers, CEO & CFO respectively of KnowldegeVine, the show’s new sponsor. KnowledgeVine is the leader in Human Performance improvement training and technologies. Learn more about error reduction that works. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com Contact David Bowman, CEO KnowledgeVine via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-bowman-6875641 […]

Part one of two episodes where Russell Stewart talks with David Bowman and David Sowers, CEO & CFO respectively of KnowldegeVine, the show’s new sponsor. KnowledgeVine is the leader in Human Performance improvement training and technologies, so these are two very informative episodes. Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host Sponsor Website: www.knowledgevine.com Contact David Bowman, […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks safety with Britt Howard, Worley’s Group Director, Assurance. Britt has 30+ years in HSE all over the United States, in 15 countries, and across 4 continents. He is a routine Conference Speaker, utilized as a safety expert witness, has published several articles and authored several books on leadership, […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Arvind Ravikumar, Faculty in The University of Texas at Austin’s Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering Department. This is a short but informative conversation about the Training Consortium of UT, Penn State University, and the Colorado School of Mines that provides Oil & Gas training to regulators to help […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Bill Walker, CIH, CSP – Sr Environment, Health, and Safety Leader for Battalion Oil Corporation. Listen to the 2020 American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Oil, Gas, Mining & Mineral Resources Practice Specialty Safety Professional of the Year describe his journey and give advice on a […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Paul Gibbs, Managing Partner and Owner of Xtreme Tank Technologies. Listen to the interesting saga of how a patent on a specialty oil tool that disappeared for years has now resurged and could significantly impact HSE by removing all vapors from tanks and extinguishing fires. Russell also introduces […]

This is a very short, but information-rich, podcast as Russell Stewart Introduces his new sponsor, KnowledgeVine and their Human Performance technology system, REMEDY; plus, he discusses some important safety information gleaned from a recent meeting of Oil & Gas safety professionals. Contact David Bowman via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/david-bowman-6875641 Contact Russell Stewart via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host Company website: www.knowledgevine.com Enjoying […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Laven Reddy, Founder & Director of REDSAFE in Gauteng, Southern Africa’s business hub. Learn about a process-based Health and Safety Management System designed for an end goal of ZERO incidents and accidents. [email protected] – public email communication www.redsafe.co.za – website www.redsafe.co.za/safety – safety sector of website https://www.linkedin.com/company/redsafeza/ […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Peter Duncan, CEO & Founder of MicroSeismic, Inc. and is pleasantly surprised. This episode is so packed with interesting and inspiring information about safety and the environment that Russell couldn’t pick a title. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermduncan Company Website: http://www.microseismic.com/ https://lovethepodcast.com/hse Brought to you on the Oil and […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Jimmy Robinson, a real Entrepreneur in the Oil & Gas service industry discuss interesting perspectives on safety and business philosophy along with the importance of engaging Community to educate folks about the significant impact the Petroleum Industry has in our everyday lives. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jimmydrobinson Company Website: www.NOS-LLC.com […]

Technology can lend many great tools for an effective safety program, but only if standards get factored in with human behavior. In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Matt Maccaux, Global Field CTO at Hewlett Packard Enterprise. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattmaccaux Website: https://www.hpezone.com/ Article: https://www.hartenergy.com/ep/exclusives/nov-hewlett-packard-talk-optimizing-operations-through-tech-202059 Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Kyle Chambers, CEO of Texas Quality Assurance. They discuss how businesses can effectively maintain Quality Assurance and Compliance Management without draining time and resources and Texas Quality’s new launch of safety services. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kyle-chambers-tqa Company websites: TexasQA.com (Company) qmcast.com/feed/podcast/ (RSS Feed) texasqa.com/blog/ (Blog) Brought to […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Founder and CEO of Advantek Waste Management Services, Omar Abou-Sayed, to discuss how their principals have invented, perfected, and promulgated pioneering techniques for the permanent sequestration of complex wastes in not just the Oil & Gas Industry but many others as well using technology called Deep […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Milestone Environmenntal’s Vice President of Sustainability, Carolina Ortega. This is an informative commonsense discussion on “Sustainability” and ESG with a well-qualified 20+ year veteran. LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/carolina-ortega-barrales-79634b8 , Company Website: www.milestone-es.com Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Dr. Robert Kester, President of Honeywell Rebellion, a line-of-business within Honeywell Gas Analysis and Safety. Listen as they discuss their award-winning Gas Cloud Imaging (GCI) system that provides continuous visual emissions monitoring solutions for the oil & gas industry to help meet Scope 1 emissions goals. LinkedIn: […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Micah Backlund, MBA, CSP – HSE Director at Helmerich & Payne, the industry’s most trusted partner in drilling productivity and reliability. Listen as they discuss how HP completely redesigned their entire safety program after two back-to-back tragic events in 2014. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/micah-backlund-mba-csp-94071b6 company website: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/ This episode […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with himself! Can you fall almost 2 miles out of an airplane and survive? Listen to this short episode and find out – but first, some tips on dealing with the heat. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ This episode is made possible by https://hexagonppm.com Brought to you on the Oil and Gas […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart continues his conversation with David Miller PE, F.ASCE Senior Director, Standards Development | Global Industry Services American Petroleum Institute. In Part One of this interview Mr. Miller reviewed the process of how API develops its now more than 800 standards for the Oil & Gas Industry. linkedin.com/in/david-miller-84151b1a www.api.org Brought to […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart welcomes back to the show, David Miller PE, F.ASCE Senior Director, Standards Development | Global Industry Services American Petroleum Institute. In Part One of this interview Mr. Miller reviews the process of how API develops its now more than 800 standards for the Oil & Gas Industry. www.api.org This episode […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Tony Bocek, the author of a paper published in Chemical Processing.com about the success of a safety program at the bp Cherry Point refinery in Blaine, Washington that enhances the site’s process safety culture. Link to article reviewed in the podcast: https://www.chemicalprocessing.com/articles/2022/refinery-drives-engagement-in-process-safety/ Brought to you on the […]

It’s the dog days of summer so Russell Stewart is solo on this one. It’s short, but the first top ten list is a bit entertaining and also enlightening; the second reviews the top ten OSHA safety violations. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-stewart-podcast-host/ Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Ms. Catherine Reheis-Boyd, President of the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA). She oversees the trade organization’s operations and advocacy in five Western states – California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, and Oregon. Listen as they discuss legislative and regulatory issues related to Oil & Gas and alternative energy issues. […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Anastasia Kraft, Founder & CEO of Xena workwear for women. Ladies you’ll be glad to know about this. Guys you should know about it, too. Her Entrepreneurial story is inspiring for everyone. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ana-anastasia-kraft-b10878aa Company website: www.xenaworkwear.com This episode is made possible by Sherpa Consulting Brought to […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Sarp Ozkan, Sr. Director, Power & Renewables at Enverus. Many of you will be familiar with the old “Drilling Info”, which is now a part of Enverus – an international company serving the full energy value chain. Listen as Russell and Sarp discuss the future of energy, […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Melissa Jones, General Manager of Agilus, a Bechtel Company; and Martin Taylor, Manager, Sulphur Technologies, Bechtel Energy Technologies & Solutions. Listen as they discuss leading edge innovation in energy transition, especially around carbon capture. Contact Melissa Jones via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/majones11 Contact Martin Taylor via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/martin-taylor-8262a448 Company […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Lolla Stovall, Counsel for the law firm of Zuber Lawler. Ms. Stovall’s 20 years of practicing O & G law, including extensive litigation experience, brings valuable HSE perspectives to this episode. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lollastovall Website: www.zuberlawler.com This episode is made possible by Endress+Hauser Brought to you on […]

How do you have your first one million safe manhours without a recordable incident in an industry where they happen a lot? Well, it doesn’t just happen. In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Bhargava Kunapareddi, VP of Regulatory Affairs and Business Development for C & L Inspection as they discuss a safety program with […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart goes solo and plays 20 questions related to everyone coming home safe. This episode is made possible by mCloud Corp Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. More from OGGN …PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with Erick Mann, founder of Amcorco, a company that uses a plant-based product to eliminate chemical spills on both land and sea. Listen and learn about not only a fascinating fast-track solution to cleanup, but also about Executive Order 13101 as it relates to oil & gas […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart sits down with Craig Corbell owner of Advanced Safety Training. With over 150 online courses and that many more in the making their affordable and comprehensive safety management and training packages are catered to your company’s specific requirements so you never pay for unnecessary services. Also, a little […]

Not the “f” word you’re thinking – but fracking. Russell Stewart interviews Seth Moore, co-founder and COO of Catalyst Energy Services along with its QHS&E Director, Stan Boatwright to discuss a new patent-pending frac pumping technology that not only improves safety operations but reduces emissions by 40% and waste stream reductions by over 95%. Listen […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart interviews robot manufacturer, Dan Allford from ARC Specialties in Houston Texas. Listen and learn not only how robots contribute to safety, but have you ever thought about how safe your robot is? Also, do you know what a “cobot” is? An entertaining and enlightening discussion plus a little […]

In this episode our host Russell Stewart talks with 25+ year safety industry veteran, Dave Ferro. Listen as they discuss various safety ideas including the top three things companies can do right now to improve their safety processes to prevent injuries. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dave-ferro-safety-ltd/ Company website: https://dfsafety.ca This episode is made possible by MLink Technologies Brought to […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. This episode is made possible by Endress+Hauser. The popularity of this podcast is due to its variety of guests and topics. This show is no exception […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network,the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. This episode is made possible by UTSI International. Russell welcomes 20-year HSE veteran, Gary Bonnett, with a company called Safety Culture to discuss their safety […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network. Many thanks to TechnipFMC for sponsoring this episode. Learn more at TechnipFMC.com. Russell welcomes back to the show, George Onuaguluchi, known on LinkedIn simply as George, the Safety Guy. Listen as Russell and George discuss the important […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast a production of the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. This episode is made possible by Stratus Technologies — digital at the edge, simplified. You can’t be an effective HSE professional unless you can get […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by Endress+Hauser If you want to feel good and be educated about how the Oil & Gas industry has, is and continues to uphold the highest HSE standards you don’t want to miss this interview with American […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by TechnipFMC. Russell interviews Brett Davis with R360 Environmental Solutions, LLC | Permian Division Sales to discuss cleaning up wastes from drilling and completion operations. linkedin.com/in/brett-davis-b69130a4 Environmental Solutions | Texas | R360 https://www.r360environmentalsolutions.com More from […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by Endress+Hauser. Russell welcomes back to the podcast from last year, Drew Hinton, CSP, CHMM, EMT, President/CEO of Arrow Safety, LLC. A good insightful and general safety discussion from an expert as Arrow Safety celebrates its second […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by Endress+Hauser. Part two of Russell’s conversation with Jim Crompton, a 45+ year industry veteran, SPE Distinguished Lecturer, author, and professor at the Colorado School of Mines. In this episode Russell and Jim discuss the health, safety […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by Endress+Hauser. This week our host Russell Stewart talks with Jim Crompton, a 45+ year industry veteran, SPE Distinguished Lecturer, author, and professor at the Colorado School of Mines. Enjoy the very informative conversation and also learn […]

Welcome to the Oil and Gas HSE podcast — brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network by Endress+Hauser. Actually there’s gold in produced water. Listen as Russell interviews, John Vozniak, CEO and President of E3 Oil and Gas LLC/Alyria Energy Plus LLC, as they discuss recovering rare earth elements from produced water and coal. […]