There are many aphorisms that float about the workplace that are used to suit the hidden agenda of those in power. One such saying is: ‘you have to be cruel to be kind’. This is captured in the … [Read more...] about Do You Have To Be Cruel To Be Kind?
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Accidents Happen Because You Don’t Put Safety First
Accidents Happen Because You Don’t Put Safety First This is the language and logic of Worksafe Victoria … [Read more...] about Accidents Happen Because You Don’t Put Safety First
All Injuries are Preventable and Other Silly Safety Sayings
quotable quote: “The use of silly and meaningless safety language matters, it creates a distraction and delusion that safety and risk are being addressed. We may feel good about speaking such words … [Read more...] about All Injuries are Preventable and Other Silly Safety Sayings
A Culture of Care (and sackings…)
Sighhhh.......every time I publish one of these true stories I am inundated with private emails from people telling similar stories and their disdain for these aspects of safety - but they fear … [Read more...] about A Culture of Care (and sackings…)
Is Safety a Choice You Make?
Is Safety a Choice You Make? One of the things safety seems good at doing is developing illogical slogans and sayings. Some examples are: ‘all accidents are preventable’ and ‘safety is no accident’. … [Read more...] about Is Safety a Choice You Make?
Tips for staff engagement in dirty jobs
Tips for staff engagement in “dirty jobs” – does the same apply for dangerous jobs? Just came across this article on HC Online: Professional pariahs: Tips for staff engagement in “dirty jobs”. It … [Read more...] about Tips for staff engagement in dirty jobs
Safety First is a Joke
Safety First is a Joke? It does seem that Safety People have become the butt of a lot of jokes lately. Happened to me just yesterday when, at a social function, I was asked the inevitable “so Dave … [Read more...] about Safety First is a Joke
Safety First or Just in the Top Three?
Safety First or Just in the Top Three? Anyone who has been around the block a few times and who takes a realistic and holistic approach to managing health safety in the workplace knows that safety … [Read more...] about Safety First or Just in the Top Three?
