Safety management is a dynamic field, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for professionals in the industry. The ever-changing nature of the job can be both exciting and overwhelming, akin to juggling delicate glass balls, each representing a critical aspect of safety. In this fast-paced environment, the key to success lies in implementing effective Safety Management Systems (SMS) that streamline processes and foster continuous improvement. Show notes for this episode can be found...

In workplace safety, creating an effective safety program hinges on a crucial element: accountability. A robust accountability system not only ensures adherence to policies and procedures but also leads to overall improvement in efficiency, quality, and proactive safety practices. However, the challenge arises when teams fail to hold individuals accountable. This is where the concept of a "data-driven safety culture" comes into play, transforming how organizations approach safety and...

In the job of safety management, professionals often find themselves caught in a paradox. Despite being appointed to oversee safety, they lack the authority to enforce it. This dilemma is what we refer to as the "Artificial Authority Trap." In this episode, we'll explore the nuances of this trap and how safety managers can navigate through it to become effective influencers and leaders.  Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/118 Links Mentioned: Safety...

In the world of workplace safety, the phrase "Workplace Safety and Accountability" stands out as a crucial factor in shaping a positive organizational culture. There are many intricacies of accountability and, when done correctly, it can contribute in fostering a safer and more productive work environment. In this episode, we discuss how to create a culture of accountability and why YOU cannot be the Safety Police. Show notes for this episode can be found at:...

Embarking on a career as a safety manager can be a fulfilling journey, but without a well-thought-out plan, it's easy to get lost in the complexities of professional growth. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the key steps to create a robust safety manager career plan that can lead to success in the safety management field. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/116 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/smaDo The...

In this episode, discover six key steps to fortify and elevate your safety management career. From understanding the dynamic job market to embracing a unique position that spans across departments, the episode provides actionable strategies. Emphasizing the importance of demonstrating the value of safety by showcasing financial impacts and managing expenses efficiently, the guide covers developing repeatable processes, documenting results, and considering career diversification. Whether...

In this podcast, we explored the world of safety management, a unicorn profession offering job security and growth potential without the need for a college degree. Safety managers play a crucial role in ensuring workplace safety and have skills that are highly transferable. To succeed in this field, invest in ongoing education, build a track record of results, collaborate across departments, and embrace continuous learning. Additionally, we discussed the importance of changing employers every...

Changing behaviors is crucial to achieving success as a safety manager. But, we all know it isn't easy. In fact, influencing others to change their behavior is one of the hardest parts in safety. So, tune in to this episode where we will talk about 6 steps that you can do to effectively change the behavior of others. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/113 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma5 Surprising Ways to Make...

It might seem that public speaking has nothing to do with safety but it does. In fact, being a public speaker can help solidify your career as a safety professional. Tune in to this episode as we talk about the reasons why speaking helps your career in safety. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/112 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma Apply Here To Be a Presenter at the Rockstar Virtual Summit -...

A widespread myth is that a company policy will always be followed. You might find that shocking and even funny but most people in management believe that. Even new safety professionals might believe that. Honestly, I even believed that when I was starting out. But why? Why aren't they followed when safety policies are based on the law? Tune in to this episode as we talk about the reasons why and what you can do about it. Show notes for this episode can be found at:...

Most of the time, people think that safety is all about complying with government regulations. Well, it's true that we do need to comply. But, psychology is essential in order for safety compliance. Why? Well, tune in to this episode where we dive deep into the reasons why. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/110  Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/smaBooks Every Safety Manager Should Read - https://amzn.to/3K4svcW5...

Getting the support of your management team can be quite tricky and frustrating. Because what usually happens is, they leave everything to us to solve a compliance issue but when it's time to implement the plan, they don't do what we want them to do. But have you thought about that, maybe, it's the way you ask. Tune in to this episode as we talk more about this. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/109 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy...

Convincing your management team to invest in a safety program is challenging. And it will become harder if you justify it with regulation compliance. Instead, you need to show them the value of safety. Tune in to this episode as we talk about simple steps on how to show the value of safety using ROI. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/108 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for taking the time...

I always say that safety is the most important department in a company because it is the only department that positively affects all the other departments. Tune in to this episode as we talk about the reasons why, and the right way to demonstrate the value of safety. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/107 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If you...

Safety improvements are easily approved and implemented in a company that has a large number of accidents and claims. However, once you've lowered it to an average number in the industry, getting support for your improvement projects is hard. The management team doesn't want to do more. Tune in to this episode as we talk about how you can change that. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/106 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy...

Many believe that safety is not a profit center. Most executives believe that it is an expenditure. While many veteran safety professionals say that it merely generates savings. However, I think safety does not merely generate savings but also improves the company's profits. Tune in to this episode to know more. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/105 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for...

It's challenging to convince your management team to make changes based on safety. And that is because you might be presenting safety the wrong way in terms of accidents and claims. Because of this, they might miss out on the value of safety. Tune in to this episode to know more about shifting how you speak about safety and put it in terms of company value. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/104 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy...

You've probably heard of Kaizen, a continuous process used to improve business operations. Although this technique is usually used in manufacturing, did you know that you can also use it for safety? Tune in to this episode to know more about how you can apply it in your company. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/103 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for taking the time to listen to this...

Opportunities for employee engagement are everywhere. So, you might be missing a great opportunity if you aren't using your breakrooms for engagement. And no, I'm not joking, breakrooms are great locations to engage your employees. Tune in to this episode as we talk about how you can do it. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/102 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for taking the time to listen...

When talking about employee engagement, it's common to think about big events, initiatives, or other projects. We tend to think about these things because we want to engage employees, if not all, most of them. However, engagement doesn't always have to be big, it can also be small. Tune in to this episode as we talk about why small engagements matter and some ways how you can do it. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/101 Links Mentioned: Safety...

Getting employees to volunteer for the safety committee is hard. Oftentimes, you'll hear a lot of reasons why they don't want to. So, instead of getting volunteers, you'll get voluntolds, people who were forced to become a member. Tune in to this episode where we talk about the common reasons they don't want to join and how to respond in order to convince them. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/100 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy...

You might think that employee engagement should always be formal. That thinking is partly correct because when people volunteer in committees, attend training, and follow safety procedures, that is engagement. Yet, you shouldn't limit yourself to that perspective if you want to increase employee engagement. Tune in to this episode to know why and some ideas on engaging employees outside the formal ways. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/99 Links...

There are a lot of factors that may affect the success of your safety programs. But, I think none comes close to the impact of employee engagement. Tune in to this episode, where I'll talk about why that is and how you can make employees actively engage in your programs. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/98 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode. If...

I always get the job offer after I'm interviewed. The reason I'm saying this is not to brag, but rather, to convince those safety professionals that are finding it hard to land a job offer. Tune in to this episode where I'll talk about why and how I always get that job offer. Show notes for this episode can be found at: https://thesafetygeek.com/97 Links Mentioned: Safety Management Academy - https://thesafetygeek.com/sma -------- Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode....