Brad Nanna with IRISS

The Industrial Talk Podcast Network

Lee Murray hosts a podcast episode discussing Operator Driven Safety and Reliability (ODSR) with Brad Nanna, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Iris. ODSR empowers operators, who are closest to the equipment, to identify and address potential issues before they become problems, reducing downtime, costs, and risks. The approach combines elements of condition-based and preventive maintenance, emphasizing operator involvement over traditional maintenance programs. Training for ODSR includes safety protocols, environmental awareness, communication skills, and continuous process improvements. Resistance to ODSR stems from a shift in mindset and management practices. Safety devices are crucial for maintaining safety and reliability in ODSR.

Action Items

• [ ] Address potential sources of resistance to ODSR like changing traditional mindsets.
• [ ] Discuss how electrical safety devices factor into ODSR.
• [ ] Continue future podcast discussions on ODSR in more detail.

Outline

Introduction to Operator Driven Safety and Reliability (ODSR)

• Lee Murray introduces the podcast episode, focusing on operator-driven safety and reliability (ODSR).
• Lee welcomes Brad Nanna, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for IRISS, to discuss ODSR.
• Brad Nanna explains that ODSR is about empowering operators to take ownership of equipment and processes.
• The goal is to allow operators to identify potential issues and implement corrective action plans before problems occur.

Empowering Operators Over Traditional Maintenance Approaches

• Lee compares the operator's close relationship with equipment to a car owner's familiarity with their vehicle.
• Brad Nanna discusses the traditional maintenance programs: break-fix, time-based, and condition-based maintenance.
• He explains that ODSR combines elements of condition-based maintenance and empowers operators to act on issues.
• The focus is on operators, who are closest to the equipment and best suited to address issues efficiently.

Training and Skills for ODSR

• Lee inquires about the specialized training required for operators involved in ODSR.
• Brad Nanna outlines the training needed, including safety protocols, environmental awareness, and communication skills.
• He emphasizes the importance of continuous process improvements to enhance safety and reliability.
• The training program aims to save time, resources, and money while ensuring safety and reliability.

Challenges and Resistance in Implementing ODSR

• Lee asks about potential sources of resistance when implementing ODSR.
• Brad Nanna identifies a change in mindset as the primary challenge, requiring a shift from traditional maintenance approaches.
• He stresses the importance of involving operators, who are often overlooked in traditional programs.
• The goal is to help facilities and plant managers think differently about safety and preventive maintenance programs.

Integration of Safety Devices in ODSR

• Lee asks how electrical maintenance safety devices fit into the ODSR concept.
• Brad Nanna explains the importance of safety equipment and protocols in ensuring safety at work and home.
• He mentions various associations, such as NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NESA, that provide safety standards.
• The focus is on keeping people safe while maintaining facility uptime and protecting mechanical and electrical assets.

Conclusion and Future Discussions

• Lee thanks Brad Nanna for the overview of ODSR and expresses interest in discussing it further in future podcasts.
• Brad Nanna encourages listeners to reach out to Iris for more information and support.
• Lee concludes the podcast, thanking the audience and signing off.