Longshore Insider
Longshore Insider
The American Equity Underwriters, Inc.
Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU). Through webcasts, podcasts and blogs, we cover safety, claims, operations and more, all to help waterfront employers run and grow their business while controlling costs. With decades of experience providing USL&H to waterfront employers nationwide, AEU is the leading source of insights related to the Longshore Act.
Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety with Incentive Programs
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Director of Loss Control Jason Lake joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how incentive programs can be developed, promoted, and implemented to create safer workplaces and drive employee engagement. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fu...
Jan 30
25 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Injury Analytics for Safety
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Bobby Anderson joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how injury analytics moves beyond basic incident reports to uncover trends, forecast risk, and target practical prevention steps that help keep workers safe. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA),...
Dec 22, 2025
21 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Building Trust and Credibility
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Brad Whitney joins host Mike Jernigan to explore how supervisors and safety professionals can earn trust, strengthen their credibility, and turn that foundation into a more effective and resilient safety culture. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (AL...
Dec 2, 2025
24 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Effective Safety Programs
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager John Bloess talks with Mike Jernigan to discuss what it takes to identify and develop an effective safety program. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H c...
Oct 29, 2025
21 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Safety Supervisors
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Leo Alaniz sits down with Mike Jernigan to discuss strategies to develop safety leaders through clear training, disciplined hiring, and mentorship. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U....
Sep 11, 2025
29 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Choosing the Right Safety Supervisor
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Woody Collins shares why choosing the right people for safety roles is critical in the maritime industry. Learn what traits to look for, how to train effectively, and the real-world consequences of getting it wrong. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd ...
Aug 12, 2025
21 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Scaffolding Safety in the Maritime Industry with Raymond Hendry
In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with HSE and HR Manager of Gulf South Services, Raymond Hendry, about the importance of scaffolding safety and best practices within the maritime industry. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S...
Feb 4, 2025
28 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Managing Safety Across Multiple Worksites with Alex Willingham
In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Wepfer Marine's Harbor Operations Manager Alex Willingham about his company's methods to promote safety across multiple worksites. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of La...
Jan 2, 2025
19 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Maintaining Safety Culture Across Remote Teams with Matt Rolf
In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Pacific Pile and Marine's Director of HSE, Matt Rolf, about his strategies to manage remote workforces. The conversation also addresses important aspects of mental health that all safety experts should recognize within their teams. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longsho...
Dec 5, 2024
28 min
Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety by Empowering Supervisors with Ken Creel
In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Mare Island Dry Dock's Executive Compliance Director, Ken Creel, about his strategies for engaging supervisors and creating safety leadership within his organization. Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund aut...
Nov 7, 2024
17 min
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