Barr & Barr is proud to spotlight our Corporate Safety Director, Reginald Shubert in a recent episode of The Canary Report: Safety & Risk Management, recorded on March 19, 2026.
In the interview, Reginald shares how his career in the trades continue to shape his approach to safety leadership today. Before joining Barr & Barr, Reginald spent decades as a union ironworker with Ironworkers Local 401 in Philadelphia. That lived experience remains central to how he connects with crews, builds trust on job sites, and moves teams beyond compliance toward genuine commitment.
During the conversation, Reginald discusses the power of psychological safety in high-risk environments, the importance of learning from near misses before they become incidents, and the simple but effective techniques he uses to make safety personal for every worker. His now memorable near-miss analogy reinforces why speaking up early can be the difference between a close call and a life-changing event.
The episode also highlights Reginald’s passion for service beyond the job site. In addition to his role at Barr & Barr, he serves as an EMT, a track and field coach, and vice chair of the Ebony Tie Affair Youth Symposium, helping guide and inspire the next generation.
At Barr & Barr, safety is not just a program. It is a shared responsibility rooted in respect for the people who build our work every day. Reginald’s story reflects our long-standing commitment to creating environments where everyone goes home safe.
Watch the full interview here:
