Episode 70
The Bigger Picture of Safety Culture and Practices
In this episode, Barb and Ted are joined by James Junkin to discuss what is the bigger picture of safety culture and practices. James shares how safety culture is the shared values, beliefs and attitudes that influence the commitment to, and engagement in, safe practices. James also talks about how a strong safety culture is vital to any organization as it can help prevent accidents, injuries and fatalities. He mentions the factors that contribute to a strong safety culture, including leadership commitment, employee involvement and effective communication. A key factor in creating a strong safety culture is leadership commitment. Systems play a vital role in setting the tone for the whole organization and setting the example for others to follow. In his past years of experience as a safety professional, James has learned that it's important to keep learning and to be trained to have safety culture and practices.
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