ONE MOMENT.
7,200 VOLTS.
A LIFETIME OF LESSONS.
Bill Toms | CSP, CUSP
Safety Keynote Speaker
• Construction • Utilities
• Energy • Industrial
In 1997, I survived a 7,200-volt electrical accident that changed my life forever.
Today, I use that experience—and nearly three decades in safety—to help workers and leaders recognize hazards, challenge complacency, and make better decisions.
THIS ISN'T THEORY.
BILL DOESN'T JUST TALK ABOUT SAFETY.
HE LEADS IT.
30
YEARS IN
SAFETY
1,100+
WORKPLACE INJURIES INVESTIGATED
10
DIVISIONS
675+
EMPLOYEES
As Vice President of Safety and Risk Management for MB Haynes Corporation, Bill is responsible for overseeing the safety of more than 675 employees across ten divisions and virtually every trade in the construction industry.
His experience in the field, combined with three decades in safety leadership, gives him a perspective few speakers can offer.
FIELD EXPERIENCE.
SAFETY EXPERTISE.
A STORY PEOPLE DON'T FORGET.
7,200 VOLTS LATER:
THE SHORTCUT THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING.
In 1997, one shortcut changed my life forever. Today, I use that experience to help workers and leaders recognize hazards, challenge complacency, and make better decisions before one moment changes everything.
Bill's keynote takes audiences inside the decisions, shortcuts, and moments that can change a life—and challenges them to make safety personal before it’s too late.
MORE THAN ONE WAY TO MAKE SAFETY PERSONAL.
THE CONSEQUENCES OF COMPLACENCY
How routine work can create blind spots—and how to recognize when familiarity becomes a hazard.
HOME SAFE EVERY DAY
A practical reminder that every decision on the job matters long after the workday ends.
HUMAN & ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE (HOP)
Understanding how work really happens—and using that knowledge to improve safety.
SIF PREVENTION
Focusing on the exposures and decisions that can lead to serious injuries and fatalities.
TESTIMONIALS
WHAT EVENT ORGANIZERS AND SAFETY PROFESSIONALS ARE SAYING
“Good balance of humor and serious to keep people engaged.”
Titan Risk Control Workshop — Attendee
“The personal effect definitely made an appeal to focus and listen to his message. Definitely taking some of this back to my company to use.”
Titan Risk Control Workshop — Attendee
“Sincere story telling with valuable lessons learned. Great presentation.”
Titan Risk Control Workshop — Attendee
Interview with NC 811
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