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The Wealthy Ironworker

Welcome to The Wealthy Ironworker YouTube channel - where I Explore Beyond The Veil of Composure.

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The Wealthy Ironworker
OSHA - the federal agency tasked with protecting American workers - has less power than you might think. Phenix Lumber - dubbed "the deadliest workplace in America" - was allowed to operate despite numerous accidents, injuries, citations, and even three deaths. I discuss some of it in this episode. This is the Washington Post article I referenced: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/interactive/2025/osha-workplace-deaths-safety-sawmill/ I am also inviting anyone who would like to be on the podcast to email me. Please click this link to fill out the form: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/contact/ Important bits of information about me: The Wealthy Ironworker Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthyironworker/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/wealthyironwrkr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/
OSHA and Phenix Lumber - The Deadliest Workplace in America #safety #workersrights #OSHA
As a general rule, I believe Human Resource Departments are little more than company preservation mechanisms, and I believe there are companies - management and HR departments - who seek to turn safety departments into HR departments 2.0 This is wrong, and as a safety manager myself, I strongly advocate for genuine, authentic, and intentional safety professionals who aren't just about keeping incidents down. While that IS a goal, it should not be pursued at the expense of a genuine safety culture. Safety is NOT HR 2.0 - and it never should be. I am also inviting anyone who would like to be on the podcast to email me. Please click this link to fill out the form: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/contact/ Important bits of information about me: The Wealthy Ironworker Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthyironworker/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/wealthyironwrkr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/
Safety is NOT HR 2.0 - and it never should be #safety #union #safetyculture
A UPS driver joins the podcast (audio only for obvious reasons) to discuss some of the things he sees and experiences at work. I am also extending an invitation to anyone who would like to be on the podcast. Please click this link to fill out the form: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/contact/ Important bits of information about me: The Wealthy Ironworker Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthyironworker/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/wealthyironwrkr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/
Interview with a UPS Driver March 2026 #ups #union #podcast
In this podcast episode, I take a look at an article in ISHN (Industrial Safety and Hygiene News) referencing a 42% reduction in OSHA willful violations. The ISHN Article: https://digitaledition.ishn.com/march-2026/editorialcomments/?utm_medium=emailsend&utm_source=DG-ISHN-Industrial+Safety+%26+Hygiene+News&utm_content=BNPCD260312141_01&oly_enc_id=5511H8467678C0Z Right to Work and Reduced Safety: https://oem.bmj.com/content/75/10/736.full I am also extending an invitation to anyone who would like to be on the podcast. Please click this link to fill out the form: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/contact/ Important bits of information about me: The Wealthy Ironworker Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthyironworker/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/wealthyironwrkr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/
OSHA Inspections and Violations
In this podcast episode, I discuss labor force problems that we have made for ourselves; namely, educational stumbling blocks and disappearing entry-level jobs. I am also extending an invitation to anyone who would like to be on the podcast. Please click this link to fill out the form: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/contact/ Important bits of information about me: The Wealthy Ironworker Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthyironworker/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/wealthyironwrkr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/
Labor Force Problems Educational Stumbling Blocks & No Entry Level Jobs #skilledtrades #union
In this podcast episode, I have a fascinating interview with Mary Fogarty, from Solidaritus Health, who discusses union-run insurance. I also extend the invitation to anyone who may want to be on the podcast. Please click this link to fill out the form: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/contact/ Important bits of information about me: The Wealthy Ironworker Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthyironworker/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/wealthyironwrkr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/
Union Run Insurance Interview with Mary Fogarty #union #insurance #collectivebargaining
In this podcast episode, we take a look at what is happening with UPS and the Teamsters and offer some thoughts. I referenced the following articles: Supply Chain Dive: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/ups-driver-buyouts-teamsters-lawsuit-denied/812784/ Reuters: https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/ups-can-offer-150000-buyouts-unionized-drivers-us-judge-rules-2026-02-23/ I also extended the invitation to anyone who may want to be on the podcast. Please click this link to fill out the form: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/contact/ Important bits of information about me: The Wealthy Ironworker Union Made Merch (from my friends at Stars & Stripes): https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/merch/ Start and Stripes info: https://www.stars-stripes-promotional-products.com/ You can follow me on some platforms 👇 Website: https://www.thewealthyironworker.com/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/thewealthyironworker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewealthyironworker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewealthyironworker/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/wealthyironwrkr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-wealthy-ironworker-292487200/
UPS Teamsters Update & Thoughts #ups #union #teamsters #contracts
Too many people just wander through their lives rather than live them intentionally.
Be intentional and set goals - don't just wander through life #goals #skilledtrades #podcast #union
Parents often spend way too much time on their kids' interests, to the detriment of their own and their kids' actual hobbies. Even worse is how many parents prioritize their kids over their spouse, often causing serious damage to their marriage. Be intentional, set goals, and align your priorities correctly.
Interests, hobbies, and priorities #priorities #parenting #intentionalliving #fyp
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