Craig Gauvreau on Transforming Safety Culture through Leadership

Learnings and Missteps

What happens when a former Canadian Army sergeant takes his military precision and applies it to the world of safety consulting? Craig, our distinguished guest and founder of Keep Safe Consulting, joins us to share his transformative journey from high-pressure military operations to empowering workplaces with a people-first safety culture. His fascinating story of evolving from instructing mountaineers to advising industrial leaders is sure to captivate anyone interested in real-world applications of leadership and safety.
Craig unpacks the pivotal role safety professionals play in shaping organizational culture and the vital shift from a compliance-driven approach to one that prioritizes human well-being. Through his experiences in high-stakes rescue operations and the oil field industrial sector, we explore the nuances of leadership that genuinely cares for employees. Craig's insights shed light on navigating the complexities of safety management, challenging the traditional norms and advocating for a collaborative environment where every worker's voice is heard and respected.
Listeners will gain a fresh perspective on the intersection of leadership, safety, and cultural change, as Craig discusses the common pitfalls of compliance-focused strategies and the empowering potential of personalized safety measures. From addressing imposter syndrome to leveraging personal stories as a means of fostering genuine connection in the workplace, this episode promises to inspire safety professionals and leaders alike to champion a safer, more supportive work environment. Don't miss this deep dive into the art of balancing discipline with freedom and the critical importance of proactive partnership in risk management.
Connect with Craig at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-gauvreau-crsp-7469b142/
https://keep-safe.ca/

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Chapters

1. Influencing Safety Culture and Risk Management (00:00:00)

2. Military Experience and Transition to Safety (00:04:03)

3. Leadership and Safety in Transition (00:07:51)

4. Personalizing Safety in Leadership (00:18:29)

5. Leadership vs Compliance in Safety (00:31:43)

6. Compliance vs. Culture in Safety (00:36:32)

7. Safety Professional Critique vs Help (00:43:07)