December 2020 Alaska Chapter Virtual Meeting

Agenda:

11:45am – 12pm: Networking time

12pm: Announcements and presentation

Topic:  Improving the PPE Fit for Women Impacts the Psychosocial Safety of All Workers

Speaker:  Abby Ferri, CSP

Summary: Safety professionals are in a position of privilege and influence, which cannot be taken lightly, and shouldn’t be squandered. Learn more about psychosocial safety, and how it can help you approach formal and informal interactions leading to better safety results.

Bio:

Abby Ferri, CSP, is a Senior Risk Control Consultant for Gallagher providing risk management solutions for multiple industries, including construction. She is the Vice Chair of the ASSP/ISEA Z590.6 Technical Report Committee on Guidance for the Fit and Selection of Personal Protective Equipment and Apparel Available for Women.

Abby is the Past-President of the Northwest Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), and Past-Administrator of the Women in Safety Excellence common interest group of the ASSP. She is a frequent conference speaker, podcast host and guest, and leverages social media for safety messaging.