Protections Over Regulations: Making Safer Workplaces | Featuring Dr. Nektarios Karanikas | Associate Professor of Health, Safety & Environment | A Thrivable Future: Episode 11
Description
Safety is not just a set of rules, but a way to protect people and make sure our workers can return to their families. How can we keep people safe in the workplace?
Today, we speak to Dr. Nektarios Karanikas, an Associate Professor of Health, Safety and Environment at Queensland University of Technology. He has done much to advance the cause of safety, having taught countless people about safety. He also launched the International Cross-industry Safety Conference in 2016 to provide a forum for ideas to make safer work environments. Having previously served as an aeronautical engineer with the Hellenic Air Force for 18 years, he wishes to discuss his experiences around safety and accident prevention.
In this episode, we discuss safety regulations in workplaces, why worker safety is important, and how businesses can keep people safe. Together, we can help our world thrive! (40 mins)
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