Nudge Nudge, Wink Wink - Improving Safety the SMART Way By Dr Robert Long The idea of improvement via a ‘nudge’ is now in popular discourse. The idea is based on the work of Thaler and Sunstein’s book Nudge. Sunstein’s work in particular is a valuable read for any safety person. The idea of … [Read more...] about Nudge Nudge, Wink Wink – Improving Safety the SMART Way
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I Wish I Had Thought of That
I Wish I Had Thought of That by Robert Sams I was recently talking with someone in the childcare industry who shared their experiences about health and safety, in particular risk assessments. They were frustrated, so much paperwork, bureaucracy and time spent on a process that seemed to be all … [Read more...] about I Wish I Had Thought of That
Improving Safety Through Interpersonal Skills
George’s Safety Reflections - by the late George Robotham Improving Safety Using Interpersonal skills When interviewing OHS professionals many interviewers focus on their technical skills. Frankly I think communications and interpersonal skills are much more important than technical skills. You … [Read more...] about Improving Safety Through Interpersonal Skills