The Risk Paradox: Corrie Pitzer on Paralysis By Safety
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In this episode, we sit down with Corrie Pitzer, founder of SafeMap International, to explore the complex and often counterintuitive world of workplace safety. From underground mining disasters to redefining what it means to be “safe,” Corrie shares his global journey of challenging traditional safety paradigms.
Discover why overprotection can lead to “paralysis by safety,” how risk homeostasis affects behavior, and why readiness, not rules, is the true measure of a safe organization. With gripping stories, deep insight, and practical frameworks, Corrie unpacks how safety must evolve from rigid systems to dynamic risk discovery, where people aren’t the problem, they’re the solution.
This episode is essential listening for safety professionals, operational leaders, and anyone ready to rethink how we manage risk and empower resilience.
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