Jenn Bennett

We're giving you the keys, so come and explore the SafeStart Portal—a gateway into everything you need for sustaining SafeStart. Participants will quickly get their feet wet with an introduction to the SafeStart Portal and then they will fully immerse themselves in the practical application of the portal with a guided tour and a scavenger hunt to quickly locate key resources like meeting topics, handouts, and home/family safety materials. This session also takes participants “from the portal to the floor,” engaging them in scenario role play to act out the practical application of the portal. The portal team will then highlight strategies for extending SafeStart beyond the workplace, using family-focused resources to reinforce a 24/7 safety mindset. By the end of this session, participants will leave with a clear action plan, increased confidence in using the portal, and practical ideas to keep SafeStart alive through consistent, meaningful engagement. *This is an interactive session that requires you to bring your own laptop (make sure it's fully charged before the session) and your company SafeStart Portal access code.

A successful SafeStart implementation doesn’t begin at kickoff—it’s built well before the first session is delivered. This fireside chat brings together SafeStart’s steering committee co-chair Jenn Bennett and SafeStart champion Paul Thompson to give you the facts about what you really need to achieve a successful implementation. The conversation will focus on the critical role of the steering committee in shaping direction, building alignment, and removing barriers early. This session will also explore how to thoughtfully select and prepare trainers who can connect with the workforce, model human factors principles, and sustain momentum beyond the classroom. Participants will gain a clearer picture of benefitting from leadership visibility and communication strategies, as well as how to integrate SafeStart into existing systems and daily conversations. Expect an open, interactive dialogue where real challenges are discussed, lessons learned are shared, and participants can ask questions specific to their own context. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your approach, this session will help you avoid common pitfalls and set your implementation up for lasting impact.