2026 OSC Conference & Expo
The Oklahoma Safety Council is bringing safety professionals together April 20–22 at the new OKANA Resort in Oklahoma City for the state’s largest Safety & Health Conference & Expo.

Check out the Agenda for full descriptions of our dynamic general and breakout sessions, details on four outstanding pre-conference sessions, and everything you need to know about the Accident Investigation Competition

Schedule at a Glance

April 20
Pre-Conference Sessions* & Golf Tournament
April 21
Exposition • General Sessions • Breakout Sessions • Accident Investigation Competition
April 22
General Sessions • Breakout Sessions • Accident Investigation Competition • Prizes & Awards

*Pre-conference sessions are included with your conference registration, but you must sign up in advance.
They are filling fast — don’t wait to secure your spot!

Pack your bags and bring your curiosity—this destination conference is where safety professionals come together to learn, connect, and level up! Join employers, safety leaders, and industry professionals for three unforgettable days featuring:

✅ Pre-conference sessions led by top-rated safety and health professionals (spaces are filling fast!)
High-impact keynote speakers delivering powerful, real-world safety insights
A full slate of breakout sessions packed with tools you can implement the moment you get home
Buzzing networking events designed to spark collaborations and build lasting relationships
A dynamic exhibit hall showcasing cutting-edge safety innovations you’ll want to bring back to your workplace
Fun, high-energy activities and competitions where you can test your skills, win prizes, and walk away with new safety know-how

This isn’t just another conference—it’s the Council’s largest annual fundraiser and your opportunity to play a role in strengthening workplace safety and health across diverse industries. Your participation helps fuel our nonprofit mission to elevate safety practices, empower professionals, and build a culture of well-being.

Attendees walk away energized and equipped with the latest industry best practices, innovative solutions, and proven strategies to protect employees, clients, and communities—making this a true destination for learning, leadership, and impact.

Spectacular Sponsors!
Guardian of Safety and Health
Safety and Health Defender
Prevention Partner
Amazing Agenda!
Monday, April 20
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:15 AM - 9:20 AM
9:15 AM - 9:20 AM
A pre-conference session is included with conference registration. Scheduled for April 20. Participants must register in advance to attend. Space is limited. First come, first served. Trainers will email participants with instructions.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Safety professionals won't want to miss the session led by David Bates who worked for Fed OSHA for 35 years. For 12 years he served as Area Director in Oklahoma where he was responsible for managing enforcement and cooperative programs in all 77 counties.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the safety profession. Join this fast-paced, hands-on session to learn how AI tools can help you work faster, communicate more clearly, and handle safety tasks with confidence. Certificate provided by the OSC.
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Need .5 BCSP Ethics CEUs? Earn them in a dynamic, interactive five-hour ethics session with engaging trainer Dr. Mellena Nichols (SEOSU). Real-world insight, great networking, and ethics training that won’t put you to sleep!
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
An NCCER Certificate will be provided! This training is designed to support leadership for front line leaders, such as crew leaders and foremen, to ensure their crews contribute safely and productively to active projects.
Tuesday, April 21
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
7:10 AM - 8:10 AM
7:10 AM - 8:10 AM
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Daniel Orr reveals how a strong safety culture becomes the driving force behind organizational performance. He explores why safety must be more than compliance—it must be the energy source that sustains people, productivity, and long-term success.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Through real-world examples, regulatory context, and best-practice guidance, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of both the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the operational considerations that highway patrol officers use in the field.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This is where you’ll find an outstanding group of safety professionals, exhibitors, and colleagues. Join us for door prize drawings, interactive learning opportunities, and a variety of fun, engaging activities.
12:30 PM - 1:20 PM
12:30 PM - 1:20 PM
Lunch and Keynote Address with Oklahoma Safety Council Executive Director Greg Kent
1:20 PM - 1:30 PM
1:20 PM - 1:30 PM
1:30 PM - 2:25 PM
1:30 PM - 2:25 PM
Join us for a dynamic session that delves into the complete case management lifecycle for workplace injuries—from the moment of incident through to a successful return to work.
“What’s the #1 ergonomics problem you notice when walking through a facility?” It’s a question ergonomists hear all the time—and now, we’ve powered up some answers.
Fire and life safety risks aren’t always caused by equipment failure or major system breakdowns—many start with everyday human behavior.
Through real-world examples, regulatory context, and best-practice guidance, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of both the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the operational considerations that highway patrol officers use in the field.
Oral fluid drug testing is on the rise – and for good reason.
2:25 PM - 3:00 PM
2:25 PM - 3:00 PM
Last Chance!
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
There have been recent changes to Arc Flash Standards that have left many Safety, Maintenance, Facility, Plant and Operations Managers scratching their heads...
Ethics in safety isn’t just about knowing the rules or codes of conduct – it’s about how those rules play out in real human behavior.
Ever wondered what really happens after a workplace injury? Step inside the process as a team of real-life professionals walks you through a Workers’ Compensation case—start to finish.
4:30 PM - 4:35 PM
4:30 PM - 4:35 PM
Visit OKANA activities and Downtown OKC!
Wednesday, April 22
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:25 AM
8:30 AM - 9:25 AM
What if the key to exceptional safety performance isn't just avoiding failure, but thriving in chaos? What if procedures and compliance actually cause complacency and disengagement?
This presentation will discuss the various air permitting categories for sources of air pollution in Oklahoma as well as common recordkeeping and reporting requirements for permitted sources.
This dynamic, moderated panel brings together senior safety leaders from Oklahoma’s largest oil and gas producers for an open, practical conversation on the realities of safety leadership in today’s energy environment.
8:30 AM - 10:40 AM
8:30 AM - 10:40 AM
This two-hour session has limited seating and a sign in requirement to receive a certificate.
9:25 AM - 9:40 AM
9:25 AM - 9:40 AM
9:45 AM - 10:40 AM
9:45 AM - 10:40 AM
An Exploration of Excavation in Construction
This session will explore why actively managing your experience modifier is critical to your organization’s financial health.
Shepherding the Shepherds: How do we ensure those who protect others receive the protection they need?
10:40 AM - 10:55 AM
10:40 AM - 10:55 AM
11:00 AM - 11:55 AM
11:00 AM - 11:55 AM
What does a strong safety culture actually look like in practice—and how do you know if you have one?
How can an organization strengthen driving safety performance without adding personnel—and positively influence employee behavior using the tools it already has?
Human trafficking is a horrific crime in which perpetrators exploit the bodies and labor of vulnerable people for their own illicit profits.
According to NIOSH, teen workers are injured every nine minutes at twice the rate as their adult counterparts.
12:15 PM - 2:30 PM
12:15 PM - 2:30 PM
Stay informed with updates from Carmen Martinez (Federal OSHA) and hear Jason Hudson (State OSHA) recognize Safety Excellence in Oklahoma. Awards for the Accident Investigation and Inspections Competitions, plus prizes, will be announced.
3:00 PM
3:00 PM
Sensational Speakers!
President / Owner
Titan Safety Consulting Services
Executive Director
Oklahoma Safety Council
Consultant
David A. Bates Consulting
OSHA Consultation Director
Oklahoma Department of Labor
"If you’re ready to strengthen your safety culture and protect your workforce, I’d be happy to help you get started."
Assistant Director OSHA Oklahoma
United States Department of Labor
Director of Safety Sales
DXP Enterprises, Inc.
Associate Professor
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Owner / Director / CEO / Administrator / AAO / Solicitor
4C Welding & Industrial/CYA Tool & Safety Supplies
Director of Occupational Safety & Health
Manhattan Construction Group
Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor / Assistant General Counsel
Oklahoma Department of Public Safety
Vice President - Health, Safety, Environment and Regulatory
Expand Energy
EHS Manager
Validus Energy
Safety Director for Gulfport Energy
Gulfport Energy
Development Team HSE Director for Flywheel Energy
Flywheel Energy
Vice President of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and Measurement at Devon Energy
Devon Energy
Master Ergonomist
The Ergonomics Center N. Carolina State University
Senior Account Manager
Axiom Medical
MSN, RN Nurse Client Liaison
Axiom Medical
Account Manager
Axiom Medical
Owner & Principal Consultant/Trainer
Vibe Environmental
Associate Professor of Professional Practice
Oklahoma State University
Dr. Leslie Rex Stockel is a Certified Safety Professional and Safety Management Professional with over 35 years of experience in the Safety and Health profession.
Child Labor Officer
Oklahoma Department of Labor
Safety Consultant
Oklahoma Department of Labor - OSHA Consultation
University Fire Marshal
Oklahoma State University
Managing Consultant
Trinity Consultants, Inc.
Commercial Insurance Producer
INSURICA
Technical & International Risk Leader
INSURICA
Director of Industry Engagement
Truckers Against Trafficking
Account Executive
Premier Biotech
Project Engineer / Design Services
Interstates Inc.
Electrical Engineer with 10+ years of experience performing safety studies including Arc Flash, Reliability, Harmonics and others.
Director, Environmental Health and Safety
INTEGRIS Health

Jason Hudson

"If you’re ready to strengthen your safety culture and protect your workforce, I’d be happy to help you get started."

Leslie Stockel

Dr. Leslie Rex Stockel is a Certified Safety Professional and Safety Management Professional with over 35 years of experience in the Safety and Health profession.

Chris Myers

Electrical Engineer with 10+ years of experience performing safety studies including Arc Flash, Reliability, Harmonics and others.

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Exciting Exhibitors!
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The OSC is a member- based, non-governmental, not-for-profit, public service organization. Our mission is to promote the adoption of safety, health, and environmental practices and procedures that prevent and mitigate human suffering and economic loss.
Occupational Medicine including work related injury treatment, Police, Fire Fighter, OSHA and DOT exams, audiograms, mask fit testing, spirometry, vaccinations, and drug and alcohol testing.
Representing Manufacturers of Industrial Safety, MRO & Environmental Products
Our goal is to provide you with Solutions For Your Defined Needs.
Before commencing with any digging, obtain information about the location of underground utilities by simply reaching out to OKIE811 — It’s free, it’s safe, it’s the law!
Portable Gas Detectors You Can Count On
Southeastern Oklahoma State University - Bachelor or Masters in Occupational Safety and Health
Lobdock Impairment Detection is a full Third-Party Administrator (TPA) that simplifies drug and alcohol testing processes to support drug-free worksites
Customer-Driven safety solutions.
UCO's Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety will prepare students to practice in the safety, health and environmental profession. Curricula, taught by established professionals provide skills that allow students to enter high demand careers.
The Oklahoma Department of Labor’s (ODOL) mission is to foster a safe, healthy, fair, and productive Oklahoma.
Since 1968, Johnston Industrial Supply has provided MRO supplies to aerospace, metalworking, fabrication, and manufacturing. We deliver personalized service and expertise while helping our customers maintain safer, compliant workplaces.
Through best-in-class technical support, the Fastenal Safety Team focuses on helping our customers identify and eliminate SIF’s in the workplace, increase compliance and positively affect efficiency and consistency within your Safety/PPE supply chain.
Novara provides safety and operational risk management software that empowers organizations to identify and resolve issues before they become incidents.
Portable, Fixed and Wireless gas detection solutions.
Manufacturer's Representative of PPE products Including FR Clothing, Hand Protection, Knee Protection and Cut Resistant Clothing
Family-Owned, Family Feel
Fall Protection is our only business!
We are not just a drug testing provider, a laboratory, a technology suite, or a training and support resource. We are all of that — a true strategic and tactical partner to solve your drug testing needs.
The OSHA Education Center at The University of Texas at Arlington stands as the premier OSHA Training Institute Education Center in the nation.
The MASTER LOCK Company Property.People.Life
We are your trusted local supplier for safety equipment. With a wide range of safety products for commercial, industrial, or personal use, we are the go to vendor for all things safety.
HSI
HSI offers training, safety management and compliance solutions for businesses of all sizes.
We help businesses UniFirst to provide a full line of employee safety items and PPE to help protect workers from workplace hazards. Our expansive offering of safety clothing, equipment, and supplies.
PROtect exists to shield companies from incidents, unplanned downtime, & regulatory non-compliance.
Our workers’ compensation specialists have extensive experience managing the needs of patients, employers, adjusters and nurse case managers, ensuring a smooth transition from evaluation and diagnosis to final rehabilitation.
White Cap is a one-stop-shop providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing and safety products to professional contractors.
We provide an urgent care option that strives to exceed patient expectations, provides cost effective care and treatment options while providing employee friendly jobs to the local community.
Success depends on your ability to provide the employee with the Right Care. Right Care, Right Time, Right Outcome!
PIP
SAFETY, CONFIDENCE & PRODUCTIVITY
Safety. Reliability. Purpose. At LAPCO, we know what it takes to get the job done that’s why we are proud of the work we are doing and the products we produce.
For aches, pains, and injuries on or off the job, our therapists can help in your rehabilitation and recovery. Hand, head, neck, back, pelvic health, cancer recovery, sports rehabilitation, and more.
The largest private physical therapy practice in OK with Specialized physical therapists to help treat injuries and help you meet your goals.
Moldex is one of the most recognized and respected names in hearing and respiratory protection. Comfort, quality and value are all synonymous with a Moldex product. With over 70 patents Moldex has a strong history of innovation.
The mission of the Oklahoma City Chapter of the ASSP is to promote advancement of the safety profession and provide growth opportunities for each individual member.
Building a Safer Future for the Energy Industry. Since 2010, Premier Safety Resources has been dedicated to protecting workers and ensuring compliance across the energy and industrial sectors.
Safety is our priority. Your business depends on it. Personal Protective Equipment and Worksite Safety Products for Every Industry.
J.R. Clark didn’t just get great results at nJoy Vision—he gained total confidence. Enough to bring his mom, and eventually, to join the team. Meet J.R. in the exhibit hall and discover how seeing better transformed more than just his eyesight.
At Tilsatec North America we believe that when we prioritize the quality of our products and build relationships that last, sales will follow. We make it possible for workers to go home to their families, and we take a great deal of pride in that.
At Safety Products Global, we believe every worker has a right to work safely and to the best of their abilities, and we design tools, gear, and training to help them do just that.
Protecting workers from fall hazards isn't just about compliance - it's about saving lives and avoiding costly risks. Garlock Safety Systems offers engineered fall prevention solutions for every job site.
At Accurate Safety Compliance our mission is Represent, Educate, Promote, and Supply all industries.
U.S Based glove manufacturer specialized in high cut, impact, and heat hand and arm protection. Serving all industrial verticals including Automotive & Transportation, Critical Environment, Oil & Gas, Food, and Metal Fabrication.
Every day, businesses in high-hazard industries worldwide trust Veriforce to ensure they hire the right people, manage risk, and protect their workforce.
Providing Unique Occupational Solutions - Recent Use THC Testing is one of them
Gellco Clothing & Shoes has been serving the great American worker with the finest quality occupational footwear and work apparel since it was first opened in 1959.
From project inception to ongoing facility operation, you can rely on Interstates to navigate industrial complexities so your business can thrive.

Oklahoma Safety Council

The OSC is a member- based, non-governmental, not-for-profit, public service organization. Our mission is to promote the adoption of safety, health, and environmental practices and procedures that prevent and mitigate human suffering and economic loss.

Conservative Care Occupational Health

Occupational Medicine including work related injury treatment, Police, Fire Fighter, OSHA and DOT exams, audiograms, mask fit testing, spirometry, vaccinations, and drug and alcohol testing.

The Integral Group

Representing Manufacturers of Industrial Safety, MRO & Environmental Products

Purpose Sales Group

Our goal is to provide you with Solutions For Your Defined Needs.

OKIE811

Before commencing with any digging, obtain information about the location of underground utilities by simply reaching out to OKIE811 — It’s free, it’s safe, it’s the law!

Gas Clip Technologies

Portable Gas Detectors You Can Count On

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Southeastern Oklahoma State University - Bachelor or Masters in Occupational Safety and Health

Lobdock Impairment Detection

Lobdock Impairment Detection is a full Third-Party Administrator (TPA) that simplifies drug and alcohol testing processes to support drug-free worksites

DXP Enterprises, Inc.

Customer-Driven safety solutions.

University of Central Oklahoma

UCO's Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety will prepare students to practice in the safety, health and environmental profession. Curricula, taught by established professionals provide skills that allow students to enter high demand careers.

Oklahoma Department of Labor

The Oklahoma Department of Labor’s (ODOL) mission is to foster a safe, healthy, fair, and productive Oklahoma.

Johnston Industrial Supply

Since 1968, Johnston Industrial Supply has provided MRO supplies to aerospace, metalworking, fabrication, and manufacturing. We deliver personalized service and expertise while helping our customers maintain safer, compliant workplaces.

Fastenal

Through best-in-class technical support, the Fastenal Safety Team focuses on helping our customers identify and eliminate SIF’s in the workplace, increase compliance and positively affect efficiency and consistency within your Safety/PPE supply chain.

Novara

Novara provides safety and operational risk management software that empowers organizations to identify and resolve issues before they become incidents.

RKI Instruments, Inc.

Portable, Fixed and Wireless gas detection solutions.

PPEREP/ Flamesafe Workwear

Manufacturer's Representative of PPE products Including FR Clothing, Hand Protection, Knee Protection and Cut Resistant Clothing

Ritz Safety

Family-Owned, Family Feel

FallTech Booth

Fall Protection is our only business!

Premier Biotech

We are not just a drug testing provider, a laboratory, a technology suite, or a training and support resource. We are all of that — a true strategic and tactical partner to solve your drug testing needs.

The University of Texas at Arlington

The OSHA Education Center at The University of Texas at Arlington stands as the premier OSHA Training Institute Education Center in the nation.

The Master Lock Company

The MASTER LOCK Company Property.People.Life

Hard Hat Safety and Glove

We are your trusted local supplier for safety equipment. With a wide range of safety products for commercial, industrial, or personal use, we are the go to vendor for all things safety.

HSI

HSI offers training, safety management and compliance solutions for businesses of all sizes.

UniFirst First Aid + Safety

We help businesses UniFirst to provide a full line of employee safety items and PPE to help protect workers from workplace hazards. Our expansive offering of safety clothing, equipment, and supplies.

PROtect LLC

PROtect exists to shield companies from incidents, unplanned downtime, & regulatory non-compliance.

Mercy

Our workers’ compensation specialists have extensive experience managing the needs of patients, employers, adjusters and nurse case managers, ensuring a smooth transition from evaluation and diagnosis to final rehabilitation.

White Cap

White Cap is a one-stop-shop providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing and safety products to professional contractors.

Xpress Wellness Urgent

We provide an urgent care option that strives to exceed patient expectations, provides cost effective care and treatment options while providing employee friendly jobs to the local community.

Axiom Medical

Success depends on your ability to provide the employee with the Right Care. Right Care, Right Time, Right Outcome!

PIP

SAFETY, CONFIDENCE & PRODUCTIVITY

Lapco Manufacturing, Inc.

Safety. Reliability. Purpose. At LAPCO, we know what it takes to get the job done that’s why we are proud of the work we are doing and the products we produce.

Select Physical Therapy

For aches, pains, and injuries on or off the job, our therapists can help in your rehabilitation and recovery. Hand, head, neck, back, pelvic health, cancer recovery, sports rehabilitation, and more.

Physical Therapy Central

The largest private physical therapy practice in OK with Specialized physical therapists to help treat injuries and help you meet your goals.

MOLDEX

Moldex is one of the most recognized and respected names in hearing and respiratory protection. Comfort, quality and value are all synonymous with a Moldex product. With over 70 patents Moldex has a strong history of innovation.

American Society of Safety Professionals

The mission of the Oklahoma City Chapter of the ASSP is to promote advancement of the safety profession and provide growth opportunities for each individual member.

Premier Safety Resources

Building a Safer Future for the Energy Industry. Since 2010, Premier Safety Resources has been dedicated to protecting workers and ensuring compliance across the energy and industrial sectors.

DT Cores & Company, Inc

Safety is our priority. Your business depends on it. Personal Protective Equipment and Worksite Safety Products for Every Industry.

nJoy Vision

J.R. Clark didn’t just get great results at nJoy Vision—he gained total confidence. Enough to bring his mom, and eventually, to join the team. Meet J.R. in the exhibit hall and discover how seeing better transformed more than just his eyesight.

Tilsatec North America

At Tilsatec North America we believe that when we prioritize the quality of our products and build relationships that last, sales will follow. We make it possible for workers to go home to their families, and we take a great deal of pride in that.

Safety Products Global

At Safety Products Global, we believe every worker has a right to work safely and to the best of their abilities, and we design tools, gear, and training to help them do just that.

Garlock Safety Systems

Protecting workers from fall hazards isn't just about compliance - it's about saving lives and avoiding costly risks. Garlock Safety Systems offers engineered fall prevention solutions for every job site.

Accurate Safety Compliance

At Accurate Safety Compliance our mission is Represent, Educate, Promote, and Supply all industries.

Wells Lamont Industrial

U.S Based glove manufacturer specialized in high cut, impact, and heat hand and arm protection. Serving all industrial verticals including Automotive & Transportation, Critical Environment, Oil & Gas, Food, and Metal Fabrication.

Veriforce

Every day, businesses in high-hazard industries worldwide trust Veriforce to ensure they hire the right people, manage risk, and protect their workforce.

Work Health Solutions

Providing Unique Occupational Solutions - Recent Use THC Testing is one of them

Gellco Clothing & Shoes

Gellco Clothing & Shoes has been serving the great American worker with the finest quality occupational footwear and work apparel since it was first opened in 1959.

Interstates

From project inception to ongoing facility operation, you can rely on Interstates to navigate industrial complexities so your business can thrive.

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