The Psychology of Blaming in Safety There are several dispositions that foster blaming: An indifference to the plight of others (lack of empathy) Narcissism Sociopathic desire to control others Authoritarian Personality A Deontological ethic Consequentialism There is little doubt that blaming … [Read more...] about The Psychology of Blaming in Safety
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When Blame Comes Easy, A Lesson From Job
When Blame Comes Easy, A Lesson From Job Blame is the joy of the Justice Cult. The Justice Cult is best explained by reading wisdom literature particularly, the allegory/mythology of Job . Blame in the Justice Cult is when we decide by (undisclosed) moral norm what has been transgressed and assume … [Read more...] about When Blame Comes Easy, A Lesson From Job
Turning Neuroscience into Behaviourism
I had to chuckle when I was sent this piece. One should normally expect leadership and professionalism from a peak body but in this case there is all the evidence of the opposite neuroscience-behind-how-workers-make-conscious-safety-choices. The key to leadership is discernment and wisdom and … [Read more...] about Turning Neuroscience into Behaviourism
RISK OR BLAME
RISK OR BLAME As I sit here this morning drinking my morning coffee I started to think about risk and safety. Through reading material on risk I have learned that without risk taking we would not begin to learn what may or may not happen. From my personal experience’s I have taken many risks ( I … [Read more...] about RISK OR BLAME
We should accept that accidents will happen
Great article from New Scientist first published here and that may touch a few nerves for the “all accidents are preventable” and "Safety is No 1 Priority" Crusaders. For many it feels good to apportion blame, it confirms our biases and takes the heat off any possibility that management performance … [Read more...] about We should accept that accidents will happen
We Need To Get Out of The Business Of Blame and Shame
We Need To Get Out of The Business Of Blame and Shame Latest article By Phil La Duke on his blog https://philladuke.wordpress.com/ Phil says: While there are variations on the behavioral theme, most approaches to safety still directly or indirectly result in blaming someone. It's … [Read more...] about We Need To Get Out of The Business Of Blame and Shame
The Joy Of Blame
The Joy Of Blame Recent blog post by Phil La Duke – see it here Extract: What is it about blaming that feels so good? Why do we enjoy it so much? What’s that? YOU don’t enjoy blaming people; I’m sorry, I’m skeptical. I have reason to be. As a certified Just Culture practitioner who … [Read more...] about The Joy Of Blame
Accident Investigation
Personal damage occurrence ( “Accident “) Investigation George from www.ohschgange.com.au shares his considerable experience on the subject Introduction Personal damage occurrences (“Accidents”) may be a source of learning and improvement for the safety management system if they are well … [Read more...] about Accident Investigation
