Toolbox Talks
Your go-to resource for safe digging and protecting Illinois underground infrastructure. Each episode we will share practical tips, real stories, and expert insights to help you dig smart, stay safe and keep your projects on solid ground.
Toolbox Talks
Latest Episodes
Toolbox Talks ep 7: Heat Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life w/ Nicholas Guilfoyle
Working in the heat is more dangerous than many people realize.In this episode of JULIE's Toolbox Talks, host Brian MacKenzie sits down with safety expert Nicholas Guilfoyle, President of Allied Safety Group, to discuss the realities of...
Toolbox Talks ep 6: Inside Illinois' Utility Damage Enforcement System w/ Bill Daniel
What happens when utility locates aren't completed on time? Who enforces Illinois' safe digging laws? And what should excavators do when they're following the rules but still can't get their marks? In this episode of JULIE's Toolbox Talks, host...
Toolbox Talks Ep 5: Why “Watch and Protect” Could Save Lives on the Job Site w/ Aaron Hoerchler
What exactly is the “Watch and Protect” program — and why is it becoming such an important part of safe excavation in Illinois?In this episode of Julie’s Toolbox Talks, host Jill Sailer and co-host Brian MacKenzie sit down with Aaron Ho...
Toolbox Talks Ep 4: Behind the Paint: Real Stories from a Utility Locator with Billy Blackstock
Ever wonder what happens before the digging even begins?In this episode of Julie’s Toolbox Talks, we go behind the scenes with a real utility locator to uncover the critical role they play in keeping excavation projects safe. From early...
Toolbox Talks Ep 3: What Makes a Good Locate Request with Kim Kennedy
What makes a good locate request? In this episode of JULIE’s Toolbox Talks, we go behind the dig ticket to explore how better communication and preparation can help keep excavation projects safe and on schedule.Host Jill Sailer and co-h...