Simon Wiederkehr and the People-First System

People-first safety leadership is built through trust, experience, and human connection. Simon Wiederkehr shows how putting people first leads to stronger judgement and safer outcomes in high-risk work environments.
Leading With Humanity: Megan Scott on Building Safety That People Trust

Trust, not enforcement, is the foundation of effective safety. Discover how people-first safety leadership helps build credibility, engagement, and real risk control by putting people before policy.
 Empowering Safety Through Leadership and Connection
Melanie McGrath shifts workplace safety from policy and checklists to a people-led safety leadership culture rooted in trust, ethical leadership, and consistent communication.
Building Safety Through UnderstandingÂ
Ethan Winder’s approach to safety leadership goes beyond rules, he focuses on communication, trust, and understanding the real work people do. By leading with empathy and integrity, he helps build safety cultures where people feel heard, valued, and empowered.
How Curiosity, Connection, and Courage Shape a Safer WorkforceÂ
Adam Thornton’s safety philosophy goes far beyond rules. Grounded in curiosity, connection, and courage, his approach focuses on understanding real work, building trust, and strengthening cultures where people feel safe to speak up, learn, and lead. With over 30 years of experience across high-risk industries, he champions systems-thinking, ethical leadership, and human-centered change.

















