Dr MARCIN NAZARUK: “Learning from Normal Work” or the science behind creating meaningful, tangible change in the safety space

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In this episode, we are speaking with Dr Marcin Nazaruk, an expert in human and organisational performance;
Marcin takes us through his journey, starting from his psychology background to becoming a leader in the field of safety and human factors.
He emphasises the significance of mindset, skillset, and toolset in transforming safety practices and highlights the need for a proactive mindset that goes beyond blaming individuals for unsafe behaviour;
and instead focuses on learning from mistakes.
He also talks about the importance of developing the necessary skills, such as active listening and effective questioning, to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Additionally, Marcin discusses the role of tools and frameworks in systematising the application of these principles.
One key aspect that we touched on too is psychological first aid, which Marcin believes is essential in response to incidents. By looking beyond simple cause and effect, and instead exploring the context and underlying challenges, organisations can take proactive measures to prevent accidents before they happen.
A very different conversation with learnings that are applicable and useful way beyond the realm of the safety space.
Follow his journey on linkedin, learn more on his website, and access also his free email course.

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Chapters

1. Dr MARCIN NAZARUK: “Learning from Normal Work” or the science behind creating meaningful, tangible change in the safety space (00:00:00)

2. Marcin's Journey (00:01:46)

3. Insights from Frontline Work (00:05:12)

4. Understanding the Disconnect (00:09:54)

5. Influencing Change (00:11:51)

6. Advice to Leaders (00:24:29)

7. Advice to Junior Professionals (00:26:40)

8. Improving Safety Culture (00:28:33)

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Dr MARCIN NAZARUK: “Learning from Normal Work” or the science behind creating meaningful, tangible change in the safety space

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published 2 years ago

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Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com.

Chapters

1. Dr MARCIN NAZARUK: “Learning from Normal Work” or the science behind creating meaningful, tangible change in the safety space (00:00:00)

2. Marcin's Journey (00:01:46)

3. Insights from Frontline Work (00:05:12)

4. Understanding the Disconnect (00:09:54)

5. Influencing Change (00:11:51)

6. Advice to Leaders (00:24:29)

7. Advice to Junior Professionals (00:26:40)

8. Improving Safety Culture (00:28:33)

52 episodes

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Game On for Safety: How Tim Page-Bottorff Drives Engagement for Zero-Harm Culture 44:39

28 days ago44:39

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Tim Page‐Bottorff didn’t “choose” safety—he was drawn to it, and has spent his career transforming how organizations think about risk, culture, and technology. In this episode, the ASSP Vice-President of Safety shares the defining moments that shaped his journey from Marine‐trained leader to industry innovator. You’ll hear how he turned PPE drills into gamified challenges, built trust with a simple “REAL” framework, and now leverages AI to spot hidden hazards. Along the way, Tim explains why compliance alone isn’t enough, how to ignite genuine engagement (and cut injuries by up to 71%), and why every safety leader must embrace both data and empathy to make zero harm a reality. Whether you’re at ASSP Safety 2025 in Orlando or leading an HSE team anywhere, this conversation is your playbook for building a safety culture that sticks. (03:37) The Calling to Safety: Why Tim “didn’t hesitate” when the industry chose him (17:49) Beyond Checkboxes: Shifting from compliance to purpose-driven training (14:00) Culture Through Competition: Gamifying PPE drills for “go slow to go fast” results (35:36) The REAL Trust Framework: Respect, Empathy, Accept, Listen (22:14) AI as Partner: From site photos to automated hazard reports (15:32) Engagement Metrics: How driving retention over retraining cuts injuries by 71% (26:41) Global Safety Lens: Navigating varied regional appetites for innovation and spend (30:49) Final Charge: “Take the hill” with clear objectives, collaboration, and relentless discipline Follow Tim on LinkedIn to keep up with his latest insights. Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Bringing AI and Empathy to the frontline: Declan Davis on why safety Is human 45:15

19 weeks ago45:15

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Declan Davis isn’t just leading safety from the top—he’s walked the path from the site to the boardroom. As Health and Safety Director at Ferrovial , Declan brings a deeply human approach to leadership, shaped by years of hands-on experience in the field. In this episode of The Safety Heroes Podcast , he reflects on his journey from site engineer to safety director, sharing how his passion for connecting with frontline teams has become the foundation for everything he does. Declan talks candidly about the moment he realised traditional approaches to safety—long documents, top-down processes, and complex systems—weren’t working for the people most at risk. That moment sparked a shift toward humanising safety: making it simpler, more personal, and rooted in the real experiences of workers on site. He explains how this philosophy drives his adoption of tools like immersive learning, AI-powered training, and multilingual communication strategies that break down barriers and build trust. One particularly powerful part of the conversation explores the emotional power of storytelling in safety training—how placing a worker in a simulated incident, even virtually, can create anchor moments that stick for months and shape real-world decisions. Declan and Mousa discuss the neuroscience behind memory and retention, and why the combination of technology and empathy is such a game-changer for the industry. They also reflect on how safety teams can bring frontline workers along the innovation journey—not just as end-users, but as co-creators and champions of change. Declan shares practical insights from his own experience: how to nurture buy-in, how to find internal champions, and how to scale solutions across a global, multilingual workforce without losing the human touch. Whether you’re a safety leader, technologist, or someone passionate about improving workplace culture, this episode is a masterclass in what’s possible when you blend heart, strategy, and innovation. It’s a call to reimagine the future of safety—one that starts with people, and scales with purpose. Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Why I Do What I Do: Steff Williams on Putting People First in Safety 34:27

20 weeks ago34:27

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In this powerful episode of The Safety Heroes Podcast , we sit down with Steff Williams , Director of Safety for Sonoco Europe and APAC. From his humble beginnings on a farm on the west coast of Scotland to leading safety for over 25,000 employees across more than 300 sites globally, Steff shares how his early values of hard work and care for others shaped his people-first approach to safety. He opens up about his “why”—a deep-rooted drive to prevent serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) in the workplace—and why he believes so many of these incidents are still tragically preventable with basic, intentional safety controls. Steff and Mousa explore what meaningful safety leadership looks like, how to shift focus from checking boxes to truly protecting lives, and why every worker’s voice matters. From tackling high-risk exposures like confined spaces and forklift interactions to building cultures of trust where operators feel empowered to speak up, Steff delivers insights that resonate across industries. Whether you’re in safety or simply care about people, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to lead with purpose and drive real change. Follow or connect with Steff Williams on LinkedIn. Send us a message! - If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com . Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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The link between Environmental Policy and Human Health with Kate Donovan 37:27

22 weeks ago37:27

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In this episode of The Safety Heroes Podcast , we sit down with Kate Donovan , a passionate environmental advocate and senior attorney at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) . Kate shares eye-opening insights on the intersections between environmental law, public health, and corporate accountability, challenging the way we think about sustainability and the role of businesses in shaping a cleaner, safer future. From the truth about plastic waste to the responsibility of corporations vs. consumers, Kate unpacks some of the biggest environmental challenges we face today. She explains why recycling alone isn’t the solution, how toxic materials in everyday products impact our health, and why stronger policies—not just individual action—are crucial for meaningful change. We dive into the growing concern over microplastics—tiny plastic particles that have been found in our oceans, food, and even human bodies—highlighting the long-term health risks they pose. Kate also breaks down the dangers of PFAS, also known as ‘forever chemicals,’ which have contaminated drinking water supplies and everyday products, exposing millions to harmful toxins. She explains how these chemicals persist in the environment, the regulatory gaps that allow them to remain in use, and the urgent need for action to protect public health. Beyond the risks, Kate offers a forward-thinking perspective on how businesses, governments, and individuals can push for meaningful change. We also discuss the role of leadership in sustainability, emphasizing how the best organizations integrate environmental responsibility into their business strategy, culture, and decision-making. Follow or connect with Kate Donovann on LinkedIn . Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Making Safety Instinctive: Claus Rose on Leadership, Trust & Change 32:34

24 weeks ago32:34

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In this compelling episode of The Safety Heroes Podcast , we sit down with Claus Rose, Managing Director of SafeSteps24, to explore how safety can become an instinctive part of our daily work routines. Claus shares his eye-opening insights on why traditional change management fails 70% of the time and how organizations can move from simply following compliance checklists to truly embedding safety into behavior. He draws powerful parallels with military training, emphasizing that just as soldiers rely on muscle memory in critical situations, workplaces should cultivate safety habits that become second nature. Claus delves into the concept of “muscle memory” for safety—a transformational approach where safety isn’t something to be consciously enforced, but automatically executed. He discusses his journey from working on high-stakes IPO preparations to launching SafeSteps24, an innovative program that blends behavioral psychology, leadership development, and EHS strategies. His insights reveal how the right combination of personal change, practical tools, and data-driven feedback can create lasting improvements in safety culture. Listeners will also gain a deeper understanding of how technology, particularly machine learning and AI, is reshaping safety practices by identifying risks before they materialize. Whether you’re a safety leader or an operational professional, Claus’s vision for transforming safety culture is both inspiring and actionable. Tune in to learn how to drive change from the front line and build a culture where safety is not just a policy—but a way of life. Follow or connect with Claus Rose on LinkedIn . Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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"Making Safety Personal": Bridget Todd on building a People-First safety culture 37:16

26 weeks ago37:16

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What does it mean to truly make safety personal? In this episode of The Safety Heroes Podcast , Bridget Todd , Global Head of Enterprise Health & Safety at Baker Hughes , shares how safety isn’t just about compliance—it’s about people, families, and the real-life impact of every workplace decision. Bridget discusses the ‘Make Safety Personal’ initiative, a campaign designed to reinforce that safety is about who you go home to at the end of the day. She highlights how emotional connections, storytelling, and leadership commitment can drive engagement in ways that traditional training often fails to achieve. The conversation explores leadership’s role in fostering psychological safety, how to build a strong Stop Work culture, and why great safety leaders embrace ‘chronic unease’—constantly questioning what risks might be going unnoticed. Bridget also discusses the evolving role of technology in safety and how organizations can balance innovation with frontline adoption. She shares a deeply personal moment that changed her perspective on safety forever—a reminder that behind every job is a life that must be protected. Follow or connect with Bridget Todd on LinkedIn . Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Standardizing Offshore Wind Safety: Kate Harvey & David Griffiths on the G+ Mission 59:40

28 weeks ago59:40

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The G+ Offshore Wind Health and Safety Organisation is a groundbreaking voluntary organization at the forefront of driving change in safety across the offshore wind industry. In this episode, Mousa sits down with two pivotal members of the G+ board: Kate Harvey , General Manager, and David Griffiths , Chair of the Board of Directors. They share their mission, passion, and pioneering work to develop critical safety resources and standards in this fast-growing industry to ensure every worker returns home safely. Learn about offshore life-saving rules, the critical importance of harmonizing safety standards across the globe, and the data-driven incident analyses that steer the development of new, essential safety technologies and resources. Discover how David, Kate, and the rest of the G+ board are tackling the challenges faced by technicians and contractors on the ground. Alongside the importance of continued cross-sector collaboration and collective learning and the need for engagement from frontline workers to power industry change. Find out more about the work of G+ on their website , including: The latest edition of their incident data report Good practice guidelines Safe by Design workshops for supervisors Wind Turbine Safety Rules Signposting And many more resources for safe Offshore work Follow or connect with David and Kate on LinkedIn. Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Health is Wealth: Prioritising what truly matters with Arijit Paul 33:59

30 weeks ago33:59

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In this episode, Mousa sits down with Arijit Paul, a seasoned HSE leader with over 25 years of experience in the energy industry. Currently serving as the Director of Practices at SLB, Arijit shares his insights into energy transition, sustainability, and digital transformation. From life on the front lines of oilfield operations to shaping a global culture of safety and innovation, Arijit discusses how his experiences have shaped his passion for human performance principles and their role in empowering teams. Discover how Arijit overcame challenges in high-risk environments, the lessons learned from a life-changing incident, and the tools and technologies shaping the future of safety in the energy sector. Whether you’re an industry professional or a curious listener, this episode is packed with valuable insights on leadership, resilience, and creating impactful change. Follow or connect with Arijit Paul on Linkedin. Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Pressing pause: mindfulness at work and safety by design with Mick Breet 24:28

32 weeks ago24:28

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In this episode, Mousa sits down with Mick Breet , Director of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing for Europe at Danone, to discuss his 17-year experience in the field and his passion for the human element of safety. Listen as Mick shares the importance of mindfulness in high-stress environments and how it can empower frontline workers to stay present, focused, and, most importantly, safe. He emphasizes the value of understanding safety from a worker’s perspective by listening to their needs on the job and how well-designed, relevant safety programs—like his Stop Think Act campaign—help bridge the gap between corporate policies and real-world safety needs. Get Mick’s firsthand insights into the shared truths of safety leadership across every industry he has worked in and the lessons he’s learned along the way—including a Navy SEALs’ mindfulness technique and how gamification can boost safety engagement. From an aspiring police officer to Director of Health, Safety and Wellbeing for Europe at Danone, learn more about how Mick has forged a career in HSE and created safer working environments for thousands of frontline workers. Follow or connect with Mick Breet on LinkedIn . Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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One year of Safety Heroes: reflecting on the power of listening, learning, and leadership with Malcolm Staves 53:39

37 weeks ago53:39

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It’s been one whole year of Safety Heroes, and what better way to celebrate than to welcome our first-ever guest back to the studio to reflect on a year of inspiring safety conversations? In this week’s episode, Mousa is joined by Malcolm Staves, Global VP of Health and Safety at L’Oreal, to look back and analyze the key themes that have emerged from the dozens of conversations we’ve had over the past year. From the power of honest, face-to-face conversations with frontline teams to the critical role of leadership in shaping safety culture, they get to the heart of what it takes to build healthier, safer workplaces. Exploring the importance of creating meaningful communities within the safety industry, fostering collaboration in safety across every sector, and ensuring lessons learned reach the people who need to know about them most. This episode goes beyond celebration—it’s an explorative reflection on what it takes to drive cultural and operational change in safety and what’s in store for next year and beyond in building the community Safety Heroes was created to. Find out more about Malcolm’s industry-leading conference and community Safety on the Edge —tickets are available now. Follow or connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn . Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Engaging teams: Ben Legg on reimagining our approach to health and safety 33:12

40 weeks ago33:12

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In this week’s episode, Mousa sat down with Ben Legg , an HSEQ expert with nearly 30 years of experience in construction and support services from the UK to the Middle East. He shared how he challenges the traditional safety paradigms, advocating for leaders to engage in real conversations with the workforce to bridge the gap between policy and practice. Throughout the discussion, Ben shared the lessons he’s learned about creating impactful safety cultures by empowering frontline workers and moving away from top-down, compliance-only approaches to HSE. Tune in to get Ben’s perspective on the importance of building trust and curiosity, asking the right questions, and leveraging technology that reduces friction rather than creating digital clutter from safety training and procedure material. Explore the critical role of leaders and the need for them to have a firsthand understanding of the dangers their frontline workers face to ensure they can address those hazards head-on and provide a safer working environment faster and more effectively. Listen to Ben’s take on safety leadership and engaging your team. Follow or connect with Ben Legg on LinkedIn . Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Dr I. David Daniels - From physical safety to addressing psychosocial hazards 34:31

46 weeks ago34:31

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In this week’s episode, Dr. I. David Daniels shares his journey from a young firefighter to becoming a leading expert in occupational health and safety, with a deep focus on psychological well-being. Dr. Daniels opens up about his early years in the fire rescue service, detailing the thrilling, varied, and sometimes tragic experiences he encountered over 30 years on the frontline, where he witnessed life-threatening hazards, the loss of colleagues, and the often-overlooked emotional toll on first responders. One of the central themes is the shift from focusing solely on physical safety to embracing the importance of psychosocial safety —the hidden emotional and psychological risks that workers face. He shares personal stories, including the struggles of being a Black man in a predominantly white field and the emotional weight of losing 30 colleagues, either in the line of duty or due to long-term trauma-induced suicide, noting that suicide has become the leading cause of death for first responders . Another key theme is the importance of leadership in fostering psychological safety. Dr. Daniels explains how empathy, acceptance, and understanding are vital to creating safe spaces, not just for physical well-being but also for mental health; again outlining the fact that the bottomline success of a company is more intertwined with psychological safety than people seem to believe. Dr. Daniels closes with a personal mantra that sums up his outlook: "Life is empty and meaningless—we make meaning out of it" . His message is a call to action, urging individuals to take control of their own psychological health, understand what truly brings them peace and joy, and create environments where both physical and psychological safety are prioritised. Dr Daniels' Linkedin Psychological hazards are real book presale. Dr Daniel's website - ID2 Solutions Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Melissa Mark-Joyce - Beyond compliance and diversity: building a proactive safety culture 43:11

47 weeks ago43:11

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In this episode, Melissa Mark-Joyce , Vice President of HSE at Smiths Group, shares her career journey, which spans over two decades in the oil and gas industry and more recently, in manufacturing and pharmaceuticals. She reflects on her early passion for health and safety, rooted in her time working in the North Sea, a region known for its advanced safety culture following the Piper Alpha disaster. Melissa explains how significant incidents, such as the Macondo oil spill, further highlighted the importance of safety in high-risk industries and shaped her understanding of health and safety's critical role in business success. Having recently transitioned to a global role at Smiths Group, Melissa, a big believer in standardisation, emphasises the transferable nature of safety practices across industries and the need for continuous learning and collaboration to improve workplace safety worldwide. Melissa also discusses the evolving nature of health and safety, moving beyond compliance-driven mindsets toward a more holistic, proactive approach that prioritises employee well-being and engagement, as well as leadership participation across different areas of the business. She stresses that empowering individuals and fostering a strong safety culture directly contributes to business success, as motivated, healthy employees drive performance. Melissa also touches on her own experiences with diversity and inclusion (E,D&I) as a woman and a person of colour, noting that while diversity has become more visible in recent years, inclusion remains the bigger challenge. She indeed advocates for creating psychologically safe workplaces where diverse voices are heard and valued, as this inclusivity enhances decision-making and innovation. Her insights underscore the critical role of leadership in driving safety and inclusivity within organisations, as well as the importance of learning from both successes and failures within organisations and between organisations, in creating safer, more effective workplaces Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Simone Santos - HSE leadership & managing contractor safety in construction and renewables 26:22

48 weeks ago26:22

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In this episode, Mousa Yassin interviews Simone Santos, the Global Head of HSE for Enercon, a leading company in renewable energy solutions. Simone elaborates on her career journey, starting from her background in environmental engineering and the pivotal moment when she transitioned into HSE. She discusses the challenges and complexities she faced while managing safety in construction projects, especially when working with a wide range of subcontractors from different cultures and backgrounds. Throughout the conversation, Simone emphasises her approach of treating all personnel on site as part of her own team, striving for high safety standards and effective communication to mitigate risks. The discussion delves deeply into the intricacies of contractor safety competence, with Simone highlighting the need for rigorous training and supervision to ensure safe operations on construction sites. She also shifts focus to her current role in the renewables sector, explaining how the dynamics of installing wind turbines and managing production facilities pose unique challenges. Simone also shares a poignant personal story about a severe accident involving one of her team members that underscores the significance of safety in the workplace. Send us a message! If you like this podcast episode, subscribe here and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest from our HSE community and guests. Connect with our CEO and host, Mousa , today to stay updated on Safety Heroes, Pixaera, and more. Do you want to be a guest on Safety Heroes, or know someone who would be a great fit? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a message on LinkedIn or email podcast@pixaera.com .…

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Dr Jennet Arshimova- a “journey with care”: cultivating empathy and purpose in HSE leadership 36:54

49 weeks ago36:54