Safety And Risk Success

Is your organisation's safety performance truly in your control? This week’s podcast challenges conventional thinking, exploring the powerful influence of external factors on workplace safety. Joining host Christian Harris is Tanya Jenke, a PhD researcher from Corus, who reveals intriguing findings about how economic cycles and even the COVID-19 pandemic have shaped safety outcomes.   Highlights:   - External Influences: External factors like economic cycles and global events significantly impact safety performance, often in unexpected ways. - Industry Nuances: Each industry responds differently to external factors, showcasing the importance of industry-specific analysis and interventions. - Underreporting: Economic downturns can exacerbate underreporting of injuries, hindering accurate risk assessment and proactive safety measures. - Shifting Focus: The persistent plateau in serious injuries and fatalities necessitates a shift in safety priorities, moving away from over-reliance on injury-based KPIs and towards proactive SIF prevention strategies. - Redefining Zero Harm: The concept of zero harm requires clearer definition and a nuanced approach, recognising that some level of harm is inevitable while prioritising efforts towards preventing serious injuries and fatalities. - Empowering Safety Professionals: Organisations should empower safety professionals with greater decision-making authority and board-level representation to drive meaningful change.   Join us for a Webinar!   Tanya Jenke and Christian Harris will be co-hosting a webinar on Serious Injuries, Fatalities, Technological Trends and Legal Implications on 21st May. Don't miss this opportunity to dive deeper into these critical topics.   Register now at: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4560885/FCB7FF81F1BDFD7AA9986B2D4367EC77?partnerref=may21partner   Actions:   Connect with Tanya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyabose/ Connect with Chrisitan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

Alastair Davey shares his insights and experiences to help us understand how integrating safety strategically can not only mitigate risks but also enhance business efficiency and employee well-being.   Episode Highlights:   - Defining Strategic Safety: Alastair explains what strategic safety means in the modern workplace and how it differs from traditional safety practices. - Leadership's Role in Safety Culture: Insights into how leaders at all levels can influence and cultivate a culture that prioritizes safety as a fundamental value. - Effective Risk Management: Alastair discusses the best practices in risk assessment and management, emphasizing the importance of proactive rather than reactive strategies. - Real-world Success Stories: Hear about successful safety initiatives Alastair has led or witnessed, detailing the challenges overcome and the outcomes achieved. - Engaging Employees: Techniques for engaging employees in safety initiatives to ensure widespread adoption and adherence to safety protocols. - Regulatory Compliance and Beyond: A look at meeting and exceeding regulatory requirements to not only comply with the law but also create a safer workplace. - Technology in Safety: Exploration of new technologies that are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in workplace safety and risk management.   Actions:   Connect with Alastair: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastairdavey Connect with Chrisitan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

In this episode of the Safety and Risk Success podcast, Christian is joined by Karen Hewitt, health & safety consultant and author, to discuss the results of her recent survey on health and safety engagement. The survey delves into how safety professionals define and approach engagement, the challenges they face, and the opportunities for improvement. Karen and Christian explore the importance of strategic planning, leadership buy-in, and effective communication techniques to foster a culture of ownership and involvement in safety.   Highlights: •    Defining Engagement: Involving people and creating ownership of safety. •    Importance of Engagement: Drives ownership and improves safety outcomes. •    Dedicated Strategy: Needed for long-term impact and consistency. •    Time Spent: Professionals desire to dedicate more time to engagement. •    Challenges to Engagement: Lack of time and leadership support. •    Drivers of Engagement: Primarily health & safety professionals, but HR and comms are key. •    Hardest to Engage: Senior leaders and office staff. •    Effective Techniques: Creating opportunities for two-way conversations. •    Personalization: Adapting messages to different stakeholders and learning styles. •    Health & Safety Identity: Often seen as trusted advisors, but also as "police". •    Biggest Fear: Many professionals have no fear, but others may. •    Improving Engagement: Increased leadership commitment and time are crucial. •    Actionable Steps: Conduct a stakeholder analysis and prioritize influence. •    Mindset Shift: View engagement as a continuous improvement process. •    Empathy is Key: Understanding perspectives to bridge the gap.   Actions: Connect with Karen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-j-hewitt/ Connect with Chrisitan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

How can we prove that we've achieved safety? Ahead of the release of his new book, Greg Smith joins Christian Harris this week to delve into the intricacies of legal risk management and the often misunderstood concept of safety metrics. Join us as we unravel how organisations can truly benefit from effective safety practices.     Highlights: - Introduction to "Proving Safety": Greg Smith introduces his new book, "Proving Safety: Wicked Problems, Legal Risk Management, and the Tyranny of Metrics", discussing the motivation behind it and its focus on the real effectiveness of safety documentation and practices in organisations. - The Tyranny of Metrics: Greg critiques the common reliance on injury rates and other quantitative metrics as misleading indicators of safety. He argues these often do not reflect the legal or practical reality of workplace safety and can misguide safety assurance efforts. - Legal Perspective on Safety Metrics: Greg, with his legal background, points out the disconnect between common safety metrics and their utility in legal contexts, highlighting that traditional safety metrics rarely hold up in legal scrutiny during safety prosecutions. - Moving from Metrics to Narrative: A significant portion of the discussion is dedicated to shifting from metric-focused to narrative-focused safety reporting. Greg emphasises the importance of detailed, qualitative assessments of safety processes rather than relying on quantitative metrics that may not capture the real state of safety. - The Importance of Criticality in Safety: The conversation covers the concept of focusing on critical risks rather than superficial safety indicators. Greg discusses historical safety failures like the Texas City Refinery explosion and the Deepwater Horizon disaster to illustrate the dangers of overlooking critical safety risks. - Implications for Safety Professionals: Offering practical advice, Greg suggests how safety professionals can reframe their approach to safety assurance to focus on what genuinely enhances safety rather than what is easily quantifiable.     Actions: - Pick up a copy of the Proving Safety book: https://www.waylandlegal.com.au/proving-safety - Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-6a63449/ - Connect with Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/ - If you enjoyed this episode, please hit follow, share it on social media and give us a positive review

Shonagh Methven brings years of experience from the political arena into the safety sector, providing unique insights into proactive safety measures and people-centred risk management. Let's talk politics vs safety, being "optimistically discontent", safety scaffolding, people-centred risk management, and much more!     Highlights: - Transition from Politics to Safety: Shonagh discusses her journey from being a chief whip in Islington Council to spearheading safety initiatives, highlighting the skills and insights transferred between these seemingly disparate fields. - Award Recognition: Reflection on Shonagh's recent accolade at the Health and Safety Trailblazer QP awards, celebrating innovative approaches in the sector. - Optimistically Discontent: Exploration of Shonagh’s coined phrase, describing her drive for continual improvement in safety standards despite existing challenges. - Grenfell Reflections: A sober reflection on the Grenfell tragedy's impact on safety protocols and the necessity for effective, inclusive emergency responses, especially for vulnerable populations. - Legislative Insights: Discussion on the influence of politics in safety legislation and the balance between libertarian and authoritarian approaches to safety regulation. - Cultural Empathy in Safety: Shonagh emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding cultural contexts within safety practices, advocating for approaches that respect and adapt to diverse workplace environments.     Actions: - If we've earned it, please hit "follow" and give the podcast a review - Connect with Shonagh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonagh-methven-chartered-mcipd-cmiosh-5b730721/ - Connect with Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

Today we embark on a deep dive into the traditional hierarchy of controls. Is it truly fit for purpose in today's dynamic safety landscape, or does it require a critical reassessment and possible modification to ensure its efficacy?   Join us as we unravel these questions through a lively and insightful Safety Roundtable discussion, aiming to shed light on the applicability and potential limitations of this fundamental safety framework.     Highlights   - Re-evaluation of the hierarchy: Discussion on whether the hierarchy adequately addresses the complexities of modern safety challenges.   - Application and adherence issues: Insights into common misapplications and the tendency to overly rely on PPE.   - Innovation and flexibility: Debate on whether the hierarchical model stifles innovation in safety practices.   - Industry-specific considerations: Consideration of whether the hierarchy suits all industries or if adjustments are necessary for particular fields.   - Cultural and procedural aspects: Examination of how the hierarchy integrates (or fails to integrate) with company safety cultures and administrative controls.   - Economic implications: Discussion on the cost implications of higher-level controls versus the practicality of lower-level measures.   - Real-world examples and experiences: Sharing of participants' experiences and strategies for effectively implementing the hierarchy of controls in diverse settings.   - Future directions: Speculation on how the hierarchy might evolve or be adapted to better serve the needs of the safety and risk management community.     Actions: Sign up for a future Safety Roundtable: https://safetyroundtable.co.uk/ Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

Welcome to "Diverse Minds, Safer Workplaces," a podcast where we delve into the crucial intersection of neurodiversity and workplace safety. In today’s episode, we sit down with Nathan Whitbread, a renowned expert in neurodiversity, to explore how understanding and leveraging the unique perspectives of neurodiverse individuals can lead to more innovative risk management strategies and create safer work environments. Through an engaging conversation, we uncover the potential benefits of neurodiversity in the workplace and discuss practical ways businesses can support and capitalize on the strengths of their neurodiverse employees.     Highlights: Understanding Neurodiversity: Nathan Whitbread shares his journey of discovery and diagnosis, shedding light on the broad spectrum of neurodiversity and its implications for individuals and organizations.   The Link Between Neurodiversity and Workplace Safety: We explore how neurodiverse perspectives can contribute to identifying risks not apparent to neurotypical individuals, enhancing safety protocols and practices.   Challenges and Solutions: Discussion on common challenges faced by neurodiverse individuals in the workplace, including communication barriers and the traditional approach to safety training. Nathan provides insights into innovative, inclusive strategies that cater to diverse learning and processing styles.   Neurodiversity as an Asset: Highlighting the positive impact of neurodiversity, Nathan talks about the unique strengths neurodiverse individuals bring to the table, such as problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and creativity in risk management.   Actionable Strategies for Inclusion: Practical advice for employers on creating an inclusive workplace that supports neurodiverse employees, including flexible communication methods, personalized safety training, and fostering an open, empathetic culture.   Case Studies and Success Stories: Real-life examples of organizations that have successfully integrated neurodiversity initiatives into their safety and risk management programs, demonstrating the benefits of these practices.   Join us in "Diverse Minds, Safer Workplaces" as we uncover the transformative power of embracing neurodiversity in creating safer, more inclusive work environments.     Actions: Connect with Nathan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanaelwhitbread/ Connect with Chrisitan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/        

In the latest episode of the Safety and Risk Success podcast, host Christian Harris delves into the vital topic of safety culture. This roundtable discussion brings together safety professionals and enthusiasts to explore the essence of safety culture, its importance, and practical steps towards nurturing a positive environment for safety within organisations. The session is not only rich in dialogue but also in sharing diverse perspectives on how safety culture impacts business performance, employee engagement, and operational risk management. Join us as we dissect the nuances of safety culture, from its historical origins to modern-day applications, and learn from real-life insights and experiences shared by our participants.       Highlights:   Definition and Importance of Safety Culture: The episode kicks off with a foundational understanding of safety culture as a commitment at all levels within an organisation, underscored by the Chernobyl disaster's lessons. It emphasises the role of safety culture in driving business performance, reducing incidents, and fostering a high-performance work environment.   Components of a Strong Safety Culture: The discussion identifies key components such as leadership commitment, employee involvement, and the implementation of specific risk management practices, highlighting the interplay between these elements in cultivating a robust safety culture.   Challenges in Fostering Safety Culture: Participants shared challenges in implementing a better safety culture, including securing leadership buy-in and the struggle of translating safety initiatives into meaningful action at all organisational levels.   Strategies for Improvement: Insights on how organisations can promote a culture of safety, including practical tips on enhancing engagement, communication, and teamwork, and the critical role of near-miss data in driving safety improvements.   Real-world Examples and Best Practices: The session brought to light examples from various industries, including the transformational story of Alcoa under CEO Paul O'Neill, demonstrating how prioritising safety can lead to unprecedented business success.   Interactive Engagement: The roundtable format encouraged live interaction, with participants raising hands, sharing experiences, and offering solutions to common obstacles in safety culture development.   Free Resource for Self-Assessment: The episode concluded with an invitation to listeners to take an online quiz designed to identify their safety champion profile, aiming to leverage individual strengths in promoting safety culture.       This episode serves as a comprehensive guide for safety professionals and organisation leaders alike, offering actionable insights and strategies for embedding a culture of safety that transcends compliance to become a cornerstone of operational excellence and competitive advantage.

Let’s explore James Macpherson's innovative operational risk framework, a novel approach to safety and risk management. Recorded during one of the most interactive and well-attended safety roundtable sessions, this episode promises insightful discussions, practical strategies, and expert insights into making the world a safer place through redefined safety practices.     Highlights: - The Operational Risk Framework: An in-depth exploration of James McPherson's framework, discussing its components and its potential to revolutionize safety practices within organizations. - Engaging Discussions: Insights into the dynamic discussions from the safety roundtable, highlighting the importance of debate, differing perspectives, and the collective pursuit of enhancing safety culture. - Practical Applications: Concrete examples and success stories where the framework has been effectively implemented, offering listeners actionable strategies for their own contexts. - Challenges and Solutions: An honest look at the challenges faced in rebranding safety and operational risk, alongside practical solutions to overcome these hurdles. - Expert Advice: Valuable tips and advice from industry experts on embracing and implementing the framework for operational risk success.     Support the podcast:   If you've found value in this episode, don't forget to follow the Safety and Risk Success Podcast on your preferred platform. Share this episode with your network to spread awareness and join us on our mission to impact the world positively. Your engagement is crucial in helping us grow and continue to provide valuable insights into safety and risk management.     Actions: connect:   James McPherson: Dive deeper into the operational risk management framework by connecting with James McPherson on LinkedIn. Explore collaboration opportunities and gain further insights into his innovative approach to rebranding safety: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmacpherson1/   Christian Harris: Connect with Christian on LinkedIn to stay updated with the latest in safety and risk management. Join the conversation and share your thoughts on this episode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

In this episode, host Christian Harris, alongside guests Dan Hobbs and Peter Thomas, delve into the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the realm of safety. As we explore the exciting and ever-evolving landscape of AI, our discussion brings to light the profound impact AI has on enhancing safety measures and protocols.   Highlights: - Interactivity and Audience Engagement - Embracing AI in Safety - AI's Broad and Narrow Applications - AI's Role in Proactive Safety Measures - Privacy and Ethical Considerations - The Power of Collective Data Analysis - Practical Applications and Success Stories - The Future of AI in Safety   Actions: Connect with Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-hobbs-258998ab/  Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-thomas-cmiosh/  Connect with Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/ 

Stuart Hughes, President of IOSH and Director of Health and Safety Strategy at the Mercedes Formula One team, joins me this week to delve into his vision for IOSH and the safety profession, plus the intersection of safety and high performance in his day job.   Stuart shares profound reflections on the role of safety professionals, his strategic vision for IOSH, and the invaluable lessons from the pinnacle of motorsport that can apply across various sectors.     Highlights:   - The Infinite Game of Safety: Stuart emphasizes safety as an ongoing journey without a finish line, challenging professionals to continuously seek improvements and question the efficacy of existing measures.   - Integrating Safety in High-Performance Cultures: Insights into how safety is woven into the fabric of Formula One, illustrating the critical balance between pushing technological and human limits while ensuring the wellbeing of all involved.   - Stuart's Vision for IOSH: A focus on enhancing volunteer engagement, advancing safety research, and promoting societal impact. Stuart envisions leveraging IOSH's platform to champion these causes, highlighting the importance of curiosity, alignment with organizational goals, and community engagement.   - Leveraging Technology and Innovation: The conversation touches on the potential of technology and innovation to transform safety practices, inspired by analogies from AI and the game of Go, suggesting new avenues for safety solutions.   - Mentoring and Community Engagement: Stuart underscores the importance of mentoring within the safety community, advocating for professionals to share knowledge, engage in continuous learning, and support each other's development.     Actions:   1) Hit follow to support The Safety And Risk Success Podcast 2) Connect with Stuart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-hughes-75743551/ 3) Connect with Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/     #safety #f1 #highperformance #riskmanagement #safetyatwork

This week on the podcast, I welcome Peter Jenkins, the innovative founder of Simple Foundry, for an in-depth discussion on the digitisation of safety management systems. Through his wealth of experience in safety and his expertise in Microsoft products, Peter reveals how digital tools can revolutionize safety processes, making them more streamlined, automated, and accessible to frontline staff. This conversation is packed with insights on enhancing digital literacy, the adaptability of Microsoft tools across different sectors, and the integration of tech ecosystems to bolster safety management.     Highlights: - Peter Jenkins' Background - Utilising Microsoft for Safety - Digital Literacy Importance - Versatility Across Sectors - Practical Examples of Digitisation     Actions: 1) Follow Peter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ptmjenkins/ 2) Follow Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/ 3) Hit follow and share this episode with anyone you feel would enjoy or benefit from it

What if your approach to safety could unlock new levels of performance and profitability?   This week, I share the transformative framework of Safetynomics, designed to seamlessly integrate safety into the essence of business operations. Through a detailed exploration of five pivotal steps - Protection, Performance, Profit, Progress, and Purpose, I’ll guide you on embedding safety deep within your business strategy. I argue for the financial and ethical imperatives of viewing safety as an invaluable investment, capable of yielding significant returns.     Key highlights:   - Introduction to Safetynomics: A brief overview of the concept and its significance for safety directors and businesses.   - Exploring the 5P Model: Dive into Protection, Performance, Profit, Progress, and Purpose, and how each pillar supports integrating safety into business strategy.   - The Economic Value of Safety: Discussion on the report's insights into how safety is not just a cost but an investment in business success.   - Real-world Success Stories: Highlight a few case studies from the report showing the impact of Safetynomics in various organisations.   - Proactive Risk Management: Talk about strategies for using proactive risk management to unlock financial benefits.   - The 'Insurer Carrot' Opportunity: Explain this hidden opportunity and its potential benefits for businesses.   - Implementing Safetynomics: Tips for organisations looking to apply the principles of Safetynomics in their operations.   - Closing Thoughts: Reflect on the overarching message of the report and its implications for the future of workplace safety and business strategy.       Actions:   1) If you’ve found the podcast valuable or interesting, please hit follow (this really helps us)   2) Download the Safetynomics report here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/safetynomics-introduction-safety-directors-christian-harris-onxjf/   3) Join the discussion: like, comment, share and talk about the concept of Safetynomics

Let’s talk about improving resilience and wellbeing, with our guest, stress resilience expert Carole Spiers. As they navigate through the complexities of stress and resilience, especially in the evolving post-COVID work environment, Carole sheds light on the transformative strategies that organisations can adopt to foster a culture of mental wellbeing. With an emphasis on the significance of training managers in soft skills and emotional intelligence, this conversation unveils the essential components needed to enhance organisational performance and employee retention through prioritising mental health.     Key highlights:   - Exploration of Mental Health Challenges - Impact of Remote and Hybrid Work Models - The Importance of Soft Skills Training - Mental Health as a Priority for Organisational Success - Bridging the Gap Between Executives and Middle Management - Interventions and Services     Actions:   - Follow Carole on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolespiers-stresskeynotespeaker/ - Follow Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/ - Pick up Carole’s books:   Show Stress Who’s Boss: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Show-Stress-Whos-Carole-Spiers/dp/0955038030/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=carole+spiers&qid=1708073648&sr=8-1   Managing Stress In The Workplace: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tolleys-Managing-Stress-Workplace-Carole/dp/075451269X/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=carole+spiers&qid=1708073648&sr=8-2

  This week, your host Christian Harris, delves into the crucial topic of Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations alongside DSE specialist, Gerald Whitehouse. This comprehensive discussion sheds light on the indispensable role these regulations play in protecting the health and well-being of employees who use computers and other display screen equipment regularly in their workplaces.   Here's what you can expect from this episode: - Introduction to DSE Regulations: Christian and Gerald kick off the episode with an overview of what DSE regulations are and why they are pivotal in today's digitally-driven work environments. - Physical and Mental Risks: The conversation takes a deeper dive into the specific physical and mental health risks associated with prolonged use of display screen equipment. They discuss how these risks can affect productivity and overall quality of life. - Importance of Regulatory Compliance: Gerald highlights the varying levels of compliance among organisations and the critical need for adherence to regulations to mitigate these risks. - Benefits of Proper Training and Regular Breaks: The discussion emphasises the significant benefits that proper training and taking regular breaks can have on an employee's health and productivity. - Challenges of DSE Compliance Post-COVID-19: With the sudden shift to remote work due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Christian and Gerald explore the new challenges companies face in ensuring DSE compliance and how these can be effectively addressed. - Assessing and Training Employees in Remote Settings: The importance of conducting DSE assessments and providing training to employees in all types of work settings, including home offices, is stressed. - Online Training for Widespread Compliance: The episode wraps up with a look at how online training programs can offer a flexible and efficient solution for ensuring widespread DSE compliance across organisations.   Whether you're an employer seeking to enhance your organisation's DSE compliance, an employee wanting to learn more about protecting your health while working with display screen equipment, or just someone interested in workplace health and safety, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.     Actions: - Follow Gerald on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraldwhitehouse-hub4/ - Follow Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/ - Take Gerald's DSE Compliance Scorecard: https://victoria-f4drpuov.scoreapp.com/ - Attend Gerald's DSE Roundtable on 14th February: https://www.linkedin.com/events/dseroundtable-chat7160642283317411840/

Simon Cassin returns for part 2, joining Christian to further delve into ethics in safety. We'd recommend taking in part 1 first, as the dicussion picks up from where that episode left off. You can find this here: Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ethics-in-safety-with-simon-cassin/id1521150061?i=1000638630849 Video: https://youtu.be/eS9Qd-XgNdg?si=sIziyel-57V6XGnl     Highlights: - An in-depth examination of the zero harm approach in workplace safety and its ethical implications. - The potential conflicts between preventing safety harm and causing unintended negative consequences. - Simon's critical viewpoint on the responsibility of health and safety professionals to set moral standards for businesses, advocating instead for an alignment with broader societal values. - A thoughtful discussion on the moral obligations of businesses towards their employees and the wider community. - Insight into how health and safety professionals can integrate universal ethical principles into risk management decisions to positively impact stakeholders and society at large.     If we've earned it, hit follow / subscribe and give us a review - it would be much appreciated     Actions: - Follow Simon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cassin-ma-ba-hons-frsph-cmiosh-miirsm-60506846/ - Follow Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

What are your safety priorities for 2024? What is the current safety landscape and how should you react to that? What are the 5x key areas that Christian suggests you focus on? Explore this and more in this week's episode!

In our 150th episode(!), Christian is joined by Peter Forshaw, a partner at Weightmans law firm, to explore the complexities of the safety legal landscape as it stands in 2024. The discussion provides a deep dive into how economic conditions affect claims exposure, the critical importance of evidence in defending claims, and the emerging trends in health and safety management, including the integration of AI. They also highlight the growing focus on mental health in the workplace and the trends in COVID-related claims.     Key highlights: Economic Conditions vs. Claims Exposure: The episode begins with an analysis of the correlation between economic downturns and an increase in claims, providing valuable insights into current trends. Defending Claims with Evidence: The importance of robust evidence in defending claims is discussed, underscoring the need for meticulous documentation and management. Collaborative Incident Management: Emphasis is placed on the significance of collaboration among different departments in managing health and safety incidents. Trends in Claims Inflation: The concept of claims inflation is explored, along with its impact on the legal landscape. External Economic Pressures: The conversation covers how wage inflation, supply chain pressures, and court backlogs are influencing the cost and management of claims. Health-Related Claim Trends: There's a special focus on the potential increase in lung-related claims and the unexpectedly low surge in COVID-related claims. Health and Safety Alignment with HR: The integration of health and safety policies with HR practices is discussed as a key strategy for modern organisations. Mental Health in the Workplace: The podcast delves into the increasing focus on mental health at work, highlighting legal and managerial perspectives. Technological Integration and Employee Entitlement: The episode touches upon the use of AI in health and safety management and the challenges posed by a rising sense of entitlement among employees.     Actions: If we've earned it, please leave us a review and hit subscribe Follow Peter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-forshaw-28258650/ Follow Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/     #safety #insurance #riskmanagement #law #safetylaw #healthandsafety

Our first episode of 2024 explores how to evaluate success as a safety professional. Your host, Christian, is joined by a number of participants in this Safety Roundtable, where various metrics and approaches to measuring safety in their organisations are discussed.     Key Discussion Points:   - Evaluating Safety Success - Metrics and The Challenge of Measurement - Frontline Engagement - Quantitative vs Qualitative Assessments - Cultivating a Safety Culture - Practical Methods and Observations - Gathering Data through Engagement     Actions:   - Join an upcoming Safety Roundtable: https://safetyroundtable.co.uk/ - Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/ - Take our "What kind of safety champion are you?" quiz: https://safetychampion.scoreapp.com/ - Join the Safety And Risk Success LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/2315060/

Simon Cassin, a philosopher with a keen interest in the ethics of safety, joins me this week. We delve into the controversial topic of a zero harm approach to safety, unpacking its ethical implications and challenging traditional perceptions.     Highlights: - The concept and philosophy behind zero harm in safety. - A critique of the traditional definition of harm in the health and safety context. - Exploration of the moral dimensions and ethical implications of striving for zero harm. - The relationship between legal frameworks and ethical considerations in safety practices. - Insights into the societal role and ethical responsibilities of safety professionals. - Encouraging a broader perspective on safety, beyond conventional approaches. - Simon's recommendations for resources to further explore ethics in safety.     Actions: - Connect with Simon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cassin-ma-ba-hons-frsph-cmiosh-miirsm-60506846/  - Connect with Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/  - Take our "What kind of safety champion are you?" quiz: https://safetychampion.scoreapp.com/  - Join the Safety And Risk Success LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/2315060/