DiVal Safety Summit - Ohio 2026
About this Event
DiVal Safety's National Caliber Safety Summit is coming to you!
Earn BWC Credit at the Ohio Summit!
Attendance at the DiVal’s Ohio Safety Summit qualifies for one safety council rebate external training credit with submission of the certificate of attendance to your safety council sponsor.
Training Enhance your workplace compliance through a comprehensive day of training, featuring knowledgeable safety speakers.
Solutions - Explore the latest safety products and innovations through hands-on demonstrations presented by your preferred vendors.
Leadership - Gain actionable tools to build trust, inspire accountability, and lead organizational transformation with confidence.
Culture - Gain insights on safety, growth, and success from renowned national speakers and presenters.
Enhance your workplace compliance and culture through a comprehensive day of training featuring knowledgeable safety speakers.
Explore the latest safety products and innovations through hands-on demonstrations presented by your preferred vendors. Engage with our sales professionals to seamlessly integrate these exceptional products into your workplace.
Gain insights on safety, growth, and success from renowned national speakers and presenters. Elevate your leadership skills and safety excellence to new heights, fostering a positive impact on your safety culture. Attendees gain valuable insights and actionable strategies to enhance their organization’s safety culture and performance. Additionally, this event provides networking opportunities with industry professionals and peers, sharing best practices and innovative solutions.
Safety should never be compromised! We are happy to bring the The DiVal Safety Summit as a FREE event to new customers and locations!
*Limit 5 attendees per company
Keynote Speaker
Branden Bauer - Branden & Katelyn Bauer’s Story - 9:00am
Branden Bauer is a former lineman and safety speaker whose life was forever changed on January 8, 2021 by a workplace accident involving 7,200 volts of electricity. While performing line work, he suffered a severe electrical injury that resulted in the amputation of both arms.
Instead of allowing the accident to define him, Branden turned his experience into a mission to improve workplace safety and strengthen safety culture. Drawing from real-life experience, he speaks candidly about the dangers of complacency, the importance of following safety procedures, and how a single moment can change a life.
Branden is joined by his wife, who shares her perspective of the day of the accident, the immediate and long-term impact on their family, and what life looks like now. Together, they deliver a powerful message rooted in accountability, awareness, and hope, inspiring workers and leaders alike to commit to safer practices so everyone goes home at the end of the day.
Featured Speaker
Dale Lesinski - Stop using Half Your Brain Emotional Intelligence Role in Safety: A key to attaining the results you desire - 1:30pm
Human Performance and Emotional Intelligence have become “buzz words” over the past few years – they truly are key components to an effective safety culture and achieving the results you desire.
The conventional approach to safety - Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures and Discipline are the foundation of most companies’ safety programs. The problem is that our employees are human – and although they understand the premises of our safety program, we fail to connect in a way to influence their behaviors.
This session teaches us how to tap into our Human Nature and use its power to change employee’s values and behaviors regarding safety.
This session will explain the importance of EQ, how it works, and demonstrate what it looks like as a component of an effective safety program. The best part is that the message is delivered in a fun, interactive and easy to understand format that allows for takeaways you can implement immediately.
Breakout Sessions
Lithium Ion Battery Safety - 11:00am
In the fast-growing world of personal and logistical devices, your exposure to Lithium batteries is ubiquitous. From laptops and cell phones, hoverboards and power tools to EV’s and forklifts, Lithium batteries present industries and our personal lives with dangers that many are unaware of. In this program, we will present effective ways to manage your risk, implement safety solutions and mitigate loss when it comes to lithium-Ion battery fires. This session will give a strong overview of compliance, programs and present the latest information to keep you compliant and keep your employees safe.
Public Speaking Skills - 11:00am
For many, Public Speaking is at the top of their list of “greatest fears” - it ranks above Death. This means, to those people they would rather be in the casket than give the eulogy! Speaking in front of a group can be daunting and nerve racking. The great news is that being an effective speaker is not a god given talent – it’s a skill that can be developed by everyone. This skill can pay great dividends in life for your career, as a trainer or coach and as a leader on and off the job.
1st Aid Response - Everyday Emergencies - 3:00pm
“Be the Help Before Help Arrives: Handling Common First Aid Emergencies”
When an emergency occurs, the first few minutes before emergency services arrive are critical. This session is designed for everyday individuals who want to learn immediate life-saving actions for Cardiac Arrest, Stroke, Choking, Shock, Heat Stress, Allergic Reactions and more during that time. No prior medical background is required, making this session ideal for anyone that wants to be more than just a bystander when seconds count. Note: This is awareness training and it does not take the place of certification training.
Working in the Elements - 3:00pm
This session is for anyone working in environments and exposed to extreme temperatures. Participants will learn to identify the hazards associated with both heat and cold stress, understand the physiological impacts on the body, and implement practical solutions to mitigate risks. We’ll cover key symptoms of heat-related illnesses (heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps) and cold-related injuries (hypothermia, frostbite), along with preventative measures, emergency response protocols, and the importance of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Welcome – Registration
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Keynote - Branden & Katelyn Bauer’s Story
Host: Branden Bauer
Info: Branden Bauer is a former lineman and safety speaker whose life was forever changed on January 8, 2021 by a workplace accident involving 7,200 volts of electricity. While performing line work, he suffered a severe electrical injury that resulted in the amputation of both arms.
Instead of allowing the accident to define him, Branden turned his experience into a mission to improve workplace safety and strengthen safety culture. Drawing from real-life experience, he speaks candidly about the dangers of complacency, the importance of following safety procedures, and how a single moment can change a life.
Branden is joined by his wife, who shares her perspective of the day of the accident, the immediate and long-term impact on their family, and what life looks like now. Together, they deliver a powerful message rooted in accountability, awareness, and hope, inspiring workers and leaders alike to commit to safer practices so everyone goes home at the end of the day.
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
EXPO Floor
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Breakout Session - Lithium Ion Battery Safty
Info: In the fast-growing world of personal and logistical devices, your exposure to Lithium batteries is ubiquitous. From laptops and cell phones, hoverboards and power tools to EV’s and forklifts, Lithium batteries present industries and our personal lives with dangers that many are unaware of. In this program, we will present effective ways to manage your risk, implement safety solutions and mitigate loss when it comes to lithium-Ion battery fires. This session will give a strong overview of compliance, programs and present the latest information to keep you compliant and keep your employees safe.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Breakout Session - Public Speaking Skills
Info: For many, Public Speaking is at the top of their list of “greatest fears” - it ranks above Death. This means, to those people they would rather be in the casket than give the eulogy! Speaking in front of a group can be daunting and nerve racking. The great news is that being an effective speaker is not a god given talent – it’s a skill that can be developed by everyone. This skill can pay great dividends in life for your career, as a trainer or coach and as a leader on and off the job.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch and Expo Floor
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Product and Service Spotlight
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Stop using Half Your Brain Emotional Intelligence Role in Safety: A key to att
Host: Dale Lesinski
Info: Human Performance and Emotional Intelligence have become “buzz words” over the past few years – they truly are key components to an effective safety culture and achieving the results you desire.
The conventional approach to safety - Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures and Discipline are the foundation of most companies’ safety programs. The problem is that our employees are human – and although they understand the premises of our safety program, we fail to connect in a way to influence their behaviors.
This session teaches us how to tap into our Human Nature and use its power to change employee’s values and behaviors regarding safety.
This session will explain the importance of EQ, how it works, and demonstrate what it looks like as a component of an effective safety program. The best part is that the message is delivered in a fun, interactive and easy to understand format that allows for takeaways you can implement immediately.
🕑: 02:30 PM
Expo Floor
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Breakout Session - 1st Aid Response - Everyday Emergencies
Info: “Be the Help Before Help Arrives: Handling Common First Aid Emergencies”
When an emergency occurs, the first few minutes before emergency services arrive are critical. This session is designed for everyday individuals who want to learn immediate life-saving actions for Cardiac Arrest, Stroke, Choking, Shock, Heat Stress, Allergic Reactions and more during that time. No prior medical background is required, making this session ideal for anyone that wants to be more than just a bystander when seconds count. Note: This is awareness training and it does not take the place of certification training.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Breakout Session - Working in the Elements
Info: This session is for anyone working in environments and exposed to extreme temperatures. Participants will learn to identify the hazards associated with both heat and cold stress, understand the physiological impacts on the body, and implement practical solutions to mitigate risks. We’ll cover key symptoms of heat-related illnesses (heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps) and cold-related injuries (hypothermia, frostbite), along with preventative measures, emergency response protocols, and the importance of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
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