Is your organisation prepared for the evolving landscape of fire safety? From the devastating impact of Grenfell to the rise of lithium-ion battery fires, the risks are constantly shifting. Join me as we explore the critical issues and innovative solutions with fire safety expert Steve Wilcock, a former firefighter and app developer. Discover how to stay ahead of the curve and protect your business. Highlights: Steve's Unique Background: Ex-Royal Navy engineer, shaping his approach to fire safet...
Dec 06, 2024•52 min•Ep. 196
Are you feeling lost in the competitive safety job market? Join me as I sit down with Laura Aucott, Associate Director at The HSE Recruitment Network, for an interactive Safety Roundtable discussion on navigating the competitive health and safety job market. Laura shares invaluable insights and practical tips to help you stand out from the crowd and secure your next role. Even if you’re not actively searching, this episode is packed with advice you can implement to level up your safety career in...
Nov 29, 2024•56 min•Ep. 195
How does personality shape safety outcomes in the workplace? In this captivating episode of the Safety and Risk Success Podcast, Mark Wilkinson delves into the psychology of safety. With decades of experience and thought-provoking insights, Mark reveals how understanding personality can transform organisational safety cultures, influence risk perception, and drive success. Whether you're a safety professional or an industry leader, this episode is packed with practical advice and compelling stor...
Nov 22, 2024•54 min•Ep. 194
Ever wondered what insurance companies really think about safety—or how they're shifting from merely covering accidents to actively preventing them? I sat down with Robert Beesley from AXA XL to get the inside scoop on how insurers evaluate risk, support clients’ safety culture, and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions about their role in workplace safety. This conversation just might change how you think about the power of insurance in creating safer, healthier workplaces! Episode Highligh...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 193
Ever wondered how a sector like aviation, known for its high stakes and meticulous planning, manages risk and maintains safety? Jim Holland, an industry veteran with decades of experience in both military and commercial aviation, reveals the secrets behind this complex world, offering invaluable insights for professionals across all sectors. This episode of the Safety and Risk Success podcast dives deep into the culture, practices, and challenges that make aviation a leader in risk management. H...
Nov 08, 2024•48 min•Ep. 192
What if everything you thought you knew about mental health and resilience was about to be disrupted? In this thought-provoking episode of the Safety and Risk Success Podcast , I sit down with mental health consultant, psychotherapist, and coach Petra Velzeboer. Together, we dive into Petra’s incredible journey—how her challenging beginnings ignited her passion for disrupting traditional approaches to wellbeing. From personal resilience to reshaping workplace cultures, Petra’s story is packed wi...
Nov 01, 2024•54 min•Ep. 191
What if the biggest obstacle to workplace safety isn’t the machinery, but the culture? In this eye-opening episode, we pull back the curtain on the manufacturing industry with expert Chris Newson from Make UK. Discover the surprising truths behind safety in one of the UK's most high-risk sectors, and learn how the same strategies can transform safety in any organisation—regardless of the industry you're in. Ready to rethink safety from the ground up? Episode Highlights: Chris's Personal Journey ...
Oct 25, 2024•53 min•Ep. 190
What if the way you think about risk is all wrong? In this eye-opening episode of the Safety and Risk Success podcast, Christian Harris is joined by Carla Crocombe, founder of Safety Rocks, to challenge the way we perceive and manage risk. Discover why our instincts often fail us when it comes to safety and learn how rethinking risk perception can help you close the gap between awareness and action. Whether you're a safety professional or just curious about human behaviour, this episode will cha...
Oct 18, 2024•59 min•Ep. 189
What happens when one life-altering decision changes everything? In this emotional and powerful episode, Christian Harris talks to Jason Anker and his daughter, Abbi Taylor, about the ripple effects of a devastating workplace accident. Jason shares his journey from paralysis to becoming a leading voice in safety awareness, while Abbi reveals how the trauma impacted her family and fueled their shared mission. This episode is a raw and inspiring testament to resilience, recovery, and the importanc...
Oct 11, 2024•50 min•Ep. 188
“We’ve always done it that way” 😱 "It’s just common sense." 🥺 "We don’t have time for this." 😨 "It’ll be fine." 😡 "We’ve never had an accident before." 😭 Safety is our number one priority" - Is that really true? Or are we just paying lip service? We've all heard it countless times, but are these safety platitudes actually helping us create a safer workplace? This week, on the Safety and Risk Success podcast, Christian Harris and safety mythologist Carsten Busch challenge the status quo and ...
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 187
You can't drive performance through disciplinary action and a threat of punishment. Terry McSween, author of the book, "The New Values-Based Safety", a must-read for anyone seeking to build a more effective safety culture. Terry is a veteran of the safety industry and shares his vast experience - from early days in the oilfields to the evolving landscape of safety leadership. We explore the importance of values-based safety as a driver for change, the challenges organisations face in making safe...
Sep 27, 2024•47 min•Ep. 186
Slip accidents are a major concern for businesses and individuals alike. But what if there was a proven, scientific way to drastically reduce their occurrence? Today, I'm launching my book, "Prevent Slip Accidents with Slipology," which provides a practical framework for preventing slips, trips, and falls. Get ready to learn about the Five A's, the Chimes, and the Goldilocks Principle – the tools you need to create a safer, more productive workplace. Highlights: - Why Slipology? Christian's pers...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 185
Imagine a slip accident costing your organization over £1 million. Not just in financial terms, but in the devastating impact on a life, a family, and your reputation. This is the reality of slip accidents, and in this episode of the Safety and Risk Success Podcast, we're diving headfirst into the slippery world of slip safety, with a preview of the first five chapters of Christian’s new book, "Prevent Slip Accidents with Slipology". Highlights: - The £1 Million Slip: A real-life case study reve...
Sep 13, 2024•35 min•Ep. 184
Slips, trips and falls are a global problem, costing businesses billions in insurance claims and impacting the safety of millions of workers. Join us as we delve into this pressing issue with Marcel Engels, a leading expert in slip resistance research, who sheds light on the complexities of slip safety and the challenges faced in preventing these accidents. Highlights: - A Global Problem: Slip accidents are a major cause of injuries and insurance claims worldwide. - The Importance of Surface: Ch...
Sep 06, 2024•48 min•Ep. 183
Is safety just a cost centre, or can it actually drive your bottom line? Join Christian in this Safety Roundtable session as he discusses and explores the question: Can you get a financial return on investment from safety? Hear from safety professionals around the world as they share their insights, experiences, and strategies for demonstrating the tangible benefits of a strong safety culture. Highlights: - The overwhelming answer: While not every safety initiative guarantees an immediate ROI, t...
Aug 30, 2024•59 min•Ep. 182
Tired of traditional, inaccurate methods of managing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)? Join us as we chat with Andrei Feraru, innovator and winner of the BSI Innovation Award for Product Safety, who's revolutionising HAVS prevention through data-driven technology. Discover how his innovative solution is changing the game for businesses, workers, and the future of workplace safety. Highlights: - HAVS is a major problem: Over 2 million people in the UK alone are exposed to daily vibration at wor...
Aug 23, 2024•37 min•Ep. 181
What can you learn from how heritage and natural landscape sites balance safety and allowing visitors to experience their unique charm? Join Christian in conversation with Adele Masztalerz, Head of Safety at WWT, as they share five essential lessons on managing safety in these unique environments. Discover strategies to foster a welcoming atmosphere while effectively mitigating risks. Explore cutting-edge techniques in risk assessment and learn how cross-organisational collaboration can elevate ...
Aug 16, 2024•46 min•Ep. 180
Ready to level-up your safety leadership? Hugh Maxwell, a global safety expert, joins the Safety and Risk Success podcast to share his insights on mentorship, leveraging technology, and building a more effective safety culture. This episode is packed with practical advice you can use today to drive real change in your organization. Highlights: - Global Safety Landscape: UK Safety is not as good as we think: 1.8 million work-related illnesses & 135 deaths annually. - Developing Leaders: Move ...
Aug 09, 2024•48 min•Ep. 179
Is your safety program just lucky, or is it truly effective? This Safety and Risk Success podcast tackles the complex topic of Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention, challenging the notion that safety is solely a matter of chance. Daryl Wake, an expert in organizational safety from Dekra, provides insightful data and analysis, urging organizations to move beyond traditional safety metrics and adopt a more proactive approach to SIF prevention. Highlights: - The "Triangle Within the Triangl...
Aug 02, 2024•54 min•Ep. 178
Ready to armour up your organisation against the growing threat of cybercrime? Joining us this week for our Safety and Risk Success Podcast is René-Sylvain Bédard, a world-renowned IT specialist and CEO of Indominus. With over 25 years of experience as a technical architect, René shares his insights on how to build a robust cybersecurity strategy for any size business. Highlights: - The Impact of Cybercrime: A real-life incident: a small engineering firm loses over $500,000 and faces a month of ...
Jul 26, 2024•36 min•Ep. 177
Is compliance enough to keep your workplace safe? This week on the Safety and Risk Success podcast, we're diving deep into the compliance fog and exploring what it truly takes to create a proactive and thriving safety culture. Join us as we unpack the challenges and benefits of going beyond mere box-ticking and discover how to empower your workforce to embrace safety as a core value. Highlights: - The definition of compliance: Compliance with health and safety standards should be an ongoing proc...
Jul 19, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 176
Tired of safety being seen as just a box to tick? Want to make it a strategic advantage for your business? Then you need to hear this episode. Join us as Adam Clarke, a health and safety veteran with 20 years of experience, shares his secrets for transforming safety into a powerful force for success. From building personal connections to understanding your audience, he’ll show you how to influence and engage with your business to drive change. Highlights: - Personal Connection: Start with a pers...
Jul 12, 2024•54 min•Ep. 175
For this episode of the Safety and Risk Success Podcast, Christian shares actionable strategies to prevent slips, trips, and falls, with a focus on the rail sector. Get ready to implement some of these tips today! Highlights: - Slips, trips, and falls are a major cause of injuries in the rail sector: 67% of severe passenger injuries in stations. - Slips are more common than trips: 30%-33% of reported RIDDOR incidents are slips, trips, and falls. - Slips are more complex to mitigate than trips: Y...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 174
Christian chats with John Barnacle-Bowd, from RS Group, a leader in the health and safety PPE market. They discuss the findings from RS Group’s second annual health and safety survey and John’s insights on a range of issues, including the lack of KPIs in some organisations, the importance of sustainable PPE, and the ever-increasing demand for mental wellbeing. This episode explores how safety professionals can strive for excellence, best practice, and community to improve the overall landscape o...
Jun 28, 2024•46 min•Ep. 173
Ever wondered how to get your insurer to fund safety improvements? Well, we've got the answer for you! In this episode of the Safety and Risk Success Podcast, we unpack the concept of the "Insurer Carrot," a little-known secret that can help you secure the funding you need to improve safety in your business. Highlights: - Insurers care about safety because it reduces their costs. : Safety improvements are profitable for insurers. - Insurance companies are looking for ways to reduce claims. : The...
Jun 21, 2024•46 min•Ep. 172
Christian welcomes Anna Keen, a safety and sustainability specialist who recently launched her own business after a 20-year career. Anna shares her insightful perspective on the challenges faced by professionals in the “sticky middle” of their careers, those who are stuck between entry-level roles and leadership positions. They discuss the importance of mindset shifts, continuous learning, and how organisations can better support these individuals to unlock their potential. Highlights: - The Sti...
Jun 14, 2024•53 min•Ep. 171
Christian discussed the critical transition from a safety professional to a safety leader. The discussion explored the differences between the two roles, the importance of this transition, and practical steps that safety professionals can take to develop the skills and mindset needed to become leaders. Highlights: - Defining the safety leader: Participants shared their thoughts on what makes a safety leader, including inspiring, motivating, creating a safety culture, and influencing senior leade...
Jun 07, 2024•43 min•Ep. 170
Can technology truly revolutionize safety? Join Christian and Ronan Finnegan, co-founder of spacebands for a fascinating discussion on the evolving world of safety technology. Ronan dives into the innovative features of spacebands, offering valuable insights into the challenges of adoption and the critical role of human expertise in navigating this rapidly changing landscape. Highlights: - spacebands: A wearable safety device designed to track and alert employees in real-time to various hazards,...
May 31, 2024•40 min•Ep. 169
This Safety Roundtable discussion delves into stark statistics highlighting the persistent number of workplace fatalities and injuries, prompting a critical examination of current safety practices and the gap between perception and reality. Christian and a panel of safety professionals explore the challenges of achieving true safety and share insights on how to drive meaningful improvements. Highlights: - Sobering Reality: Millions of life-changing workplace incidents occur each year, with thous...
May 24, 2024•30 min•Ep. 168
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 sa...
May 17, 2024•40 min•Ep. 167
