Contest: So You Think You Can Communicate?

In 2024 several members of the AIHA community developed videos highlighting effective communication strategies in the OEHS profession. Now, AIHA is launching the “So you think you can communicate?” contest led by the Enhancing OEHS Communication Stills Team volunteers.

Contest Details:

Participants have until July 24, 2025, to submit a short (2-3 minute), self-recorded video highlighting their own story of successful OEHS communication for a chance to win a $250 gift card.
Simply record yourself and upload the video to wetransfer (https://wetransfer.com/) or your favorite file sharing service. Send the link via email to [email protected].
Coming to AIHA Connect in Kansas City? Visit the AIHA Booth between 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 21 to be easily recorded in-person.
Submitted videos will be reviewed by the Enhancing OEHS Communication Skills Team volunteers for two winners based on the effectiveness of their messaging and clarity of video.
All videos meeting video, audio, and subject matter criteria will be hosted on a public aiha.org page. Criteria include non-intrusive background, visibility of the participant, clear audio, communicating OEHS subject matter, no prominent logos or brand names other than AIHA.
Suggested topics include improving basic communication, overcoming communication challenges, improving public awareness of OEHS, best practices for email, communication under pressure, advocating for OEHS within large workforces, crisis communication, securing engagement from stakeholders, simplifying complex information, and communicating in corporate environments.
Participants may not use the names of other individuals or companies in their videos unless given express permission.
AIHA employees may not participate.

Explore our comprehensive content, including best practices for email communication, public engagement during crises, and simplifying technical information for broader understanding. Dive into the wealth of knowledge shared through videos to discover how mastering these communication techniques can significantly impact your professional interactions and career growth and elevate your skills to the next level in the OEHS profession.

If you're passionate about enhancing communication within the OEHS profession and have best practices or resources to share, we invite you to get involved. Your participation can help OEHS professionals become better communicators, making a significant impact on workplace health and safety.

For more details on how to submit your content, please contact Stacy Calhoun.

Chuck Geraci, PhD, CIH, FAIHA

Addressing the historical challenges in communication within the field.
Upcoming AIHA initiatives aimed at improving basic communication skills.
Importance of public awareness of the industrial hygiene profession.

Video: Mastering the Art of Communication Within and Beyond Our Profession

Carl Sall, CIH, CSP

Best practices for subject lines and email structure
Strategies to enhance readability and ensure confidentiality.
Tips on legal considerations and email etiquette.

Video: Good Communication - Emails

Jonathan Klane, M.S.Ed., CIH, CSP, CHMM

Jonathan’s unexpected challenge at a major sales meeting.
Key communication strategies learned under pressure.
The lasting impact of mentorship and quick thinking in professional growth.

Video: Lessons Learned from Impromptu Business Communication

Jim Thornton, MS, CIH, CSP, FAIHA

The discovery of airborne exposure and the need for PPE and medical surveillance.
Challenges of advocating for health and safety regulations within a large workforce.
The evolution of a safety culture and achieving a VPP star site.

Video: Lessons from a Career in Industrial Hygiene

Billy Bullock, DHSc, MSPH, CIH, CSP, FAIHA

Real-life scenarios illustrating the challenges of town hall meetings.
Introduction of a successful alternative using a science fair setup.
Practical insights into managing public communication effectively during emergencies.

Video: Crisis Communication – Lessons Learned from Town Hall Meetings

Abiola Alphonso, CIH

Techniques for simplifying complex technical information for broader understanding.
Strategies to ensure engagement and action from all stakeholders.
The significance of answering ‘What’s in it for me?’ to achieve compliance and cooperation.

Video: Enhancing Engagement and Compliance through Strategic Communication