Aecon Group Inc. – Safety Without Slogans: What Actually Reduces Risk on the Job With Darren Varga
In this Safety Spotlight episode, Darren Varga breaks down why “safety first” is not enough, exploring how trust, worker voice, and quantified risk reduction create safer jobsites without relying on slogans.
Why “Common Sense” is Dangerous in Safety: Rick Sikora on Rigging, Competency & Culture
In this Safety Spotlight episode, Rick Sikora of Cranemasters challenges the idea of “common sense” in safety, exploring how true competency, curiosity, and continuous learning prevent complacency.
Chris Cole on Building Safety Programs That Scale Without Becoming “Safety Police”
Chris Cole shares real-world lessons on scaling safety across Canada and the U.S. by focusing on visibility, trust, and fixing root causes instead of blaming people.
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.
Josh Boychuk and the Psychology of Real Buy-In
Safety leadership is not built through policies alone. Learn how Josh Boychuk’s field-driven approach shows why psychological buy-in, trust, and real-world coaching are essential for preventing risk and building reliable teams.
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.
Total Buy-In – Failing Safely: Stuntman Lessons on Culture and Communication with Tyler Foley
In this Safety Spotlight episode, Tyler Foley of Total Buy-In shares how stunt work shaped his approach to safety, emphasizing real culture, communication, and failing safely.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada – Designing For Worker Trust: Near Miss Reporting and Continuous Improvement with Sarah Abdul-Rasoul
In this Safety Spotlight episode, Sarah Abdul-Rasoul of Toyota shares her journey into occupational health and safety, focusing on trust, communication, and continuous improvement.
JMA Human Reliability Strategies – Building Reliable Teams: Scan & Focus, Psychological Safety, and After-Action Reviews with Jake Mazulewicz
In this episode of Safety Spotlight, Jake walks through his winding path from volunteer firefighter and EMT, to Army paratrooper, to PhD, to leading human performance specialist for high risk utilities and technical teams across North America.
Leadership and Worker Protection in Construction
Matt Gruetzman’s safety journey highlights why strong leadership, trust, and communication shape safer construction sites. His approach shows how people-focused leadership builds confidence, increases reporting, and keeps crews protected.
