Safety as a System (SaaS) w/ OGRacing’s Mark Francis

If you’ve been following along with our previous episodes, you’ll note that we’ve been focusing on what it takes to get involved in Motorsports. We’ve covered everything from picking the right Starter Car, to getting ready for your first event and different programs and organizations that exist in this community. 

And on this episode, we continue this talk-track as we dig in deeper... talking about the question that’s always on everyone's mind: SAFETY. And with us we have returning guest Crutch on behalf of the GTM coaches, along with our special guest Mark Francis from OG Racing, one of the largest Motorsports Safety distributors in the US - to discuss a concept we call “SAFETY AS A SYSTEM.” (SAAS)

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00:00:00 Meet the Hosts and Tonight's Guests

00:00:50 Diving into Safety as a System

00:01:34 Steering Wheels: Preferences and Safety

00:02:56 The Debate on Airbags and Steering Wheels

00:05:19 Choosing the Right Seats for Your Car

00:07:15 The Importance of Proper Seat Fitment

00:12:36 Fixed vs. Sliders: What You Need to Know

00:20:52 Harnesses and Belts: Safety First

00:31:35 Inspecting and Maintaining Your Safety Gear

00:34:00 Replacing Seats After a Crash

00:34:16 Head and Neck Restraints: An Overview

00:35:04 Mandatory Head and Neck Restraints

00:35:30 Choosing the Right Head and Neck Restraint

00:36:12 Maintenance and Expiration of Hans Devices

00:37:13 Fitting and Adjusting Your Hans Device

00:37:42 The Debate: Safe Dual Use Cars

00:39:40 Building a Versatile Safety System

00:50:27 Equal Restraint for Driver and Passenger

00:57:01 Helmet Sizing and Fitment

01:05:01 Helmet Fit Issues

01:05:40 Proper Helmet Fit

01:06:52 Open Face vs Full Face Helmets

01:08:04 Helmet Modifications and Certifications

01:10:01 Helmet Expiration and Certification Dates

01:11:45 Helmet Durability and Care

01:17:44 Clothing for Track Days

01:21:56 Driving Shoes and Gloves

01:31:46 Final Thoughts and Safety Tips

01:33:21 OG Racing and Closing Remarks

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