Health & Safety Unplugged

Matt Jones, HASANZ, Prof NZISM, GradDip OSH
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After a brief hiatus, your favorite podcast 'Health and Safety Unplugged' is back on the airwaves! We've used our break to take the podcast to new heights, and we are thrilled to share what we've been working on. We've had the pleasure of engaging in enlightening discussions with experts across various fields, from health and safety law to mental health, wellbeing, business marketing, information security, and executive leadership all geared toward excelling your professional journey. Sponsorship and guest speaker opportunities remain available. Reach out direct: info@advancedsafety.co.nz

  1. FEB 16

    You Can’t Break a Business in the Name of Safety | The Real Role of H&S

    In Season 5, Episode 4 of Health and Safety Unplugged, Matt Jones speaks with experienced health and safety leader Sarah Thomas about the real role of the modern health and safety professional. This episode goes beyond compliance and dives into: Why health & safety professionals fall into the “rescuer” trapWhy you can’t break a business in the name of safetyHow to influence boards, executives and frontline teams differentlySpeaking in the right “gear” to match your audienceAligning safety strategy with operational realityBoundaries, burnout and professional maturity in H&SIf you're a health and safety professional, PCBU, director, operations manager or business leader navigating HSWA responsibilities in New Zealand, this conversation is essential listening. This is real-world safety leadership - not theory. Season 5 continues to challenge what it means to lead health and safety well in complex operational environments across construction, manufacturing and high-risk industries. Join NZHSP Connect If you want deeper conversations, resources and community learning, join NZHSP Connect, our new free professional platform on Circle:⁠https://safety-connect.circle.so/c/start-here⁠ Join the waitlist for the NZHSP Safety Summit 2026 ⁠https://www.safetysummit.co.nz⁠ About the Host – Matt JonesMatt Jones, a HASANZ-registered health and safety professional and founder of Advanced Safety.Matt advises New Zealand business leaders on practical health and safety system design, HSWA compliance and risk management, with a focus on construction, manufacturing, and complex operational environments. He is also the host of the Health and Safety Unplugged podcast, where he speaks with industry leaders about real-world safety challenges and emerging practice. Advanced Safety is a New Zealand-based workplace health and safety consultancy providing compliance audits, ISO 45001-aligned systems, risk assessments, and ongoing safety management support for construction, manufacturing and commercial businesses.

    47 min

  2. FEB 16

    How AI Is Quietly Preventing Workplace Deaths (Before Anyone Gets Hurt)

    AI is already changing workplace safety — most people just don’t realise it yet. In this episode of Health and Safety Unplugged, I sit down with Tane van der Boon, Founder of Inviol, to unpack how computer vision and AI are being used to prevent serious injuries and fatalities before they happen. This is not theory. This is not hype. This is what’s happening right now inside high-risk industries like logistics, steel, and manufacturing. Tane’s story is one of the most unusual origin stories in safety tech: From tracking Maui dolphins with AI-powered aircraft, to deploying real-time computer vision systems that identify unsafe behaviour in workplaces, this conversation goes deep into what proactive safety actually looks like. In this episode, we cover: Why complacency, not ignorance, is the biggest risk in high-hazard workplacesHow AI identifies leading indicators of harm before incidents occurWhy traditional audits and site inspections miss most real riskHow computer vision fits into existing CCTV systems (without “Big Brother” backlash)What it really takes to change safety culture, not just monitor behaviourHow to introduce AI into workplaces without losing trustWhy safety data should enable conversations, not punishmentWhat the future of proactive, AI-assisted safety looks like over the next 5 yearsLessons for founders building technology inside traditional industriesThis episode is especially relevant if you’re: ✔ A Health & Safety Manager ✔ A Business Owner or Operations Leader ✔ A Safety Consultant ✔ Working in logistics, manufacturing, transport or construction ✔ Curious about how AI actually works in the real world Most serious injuries and fatalities aren’t caused by “one bad decision.” They happen because risk slowly creeps in unnoticed, unmeasured and unchallenged. AI doesn’t replace people. It helps humans see what they can’t see consistently and act before harm occurs. This conversation is about keeping people alive, while still letting businesses operate efficiently and profitably. Why this matters Most serious injuries and fatalities aren’t caused by “one bad decision.” They happen because risk slowly creeps in — unnoticed, unmeasured, and unchallenged. AI doesn’t replace people. It helps humans see what they can’t see consistently — and act before harm occurs. This conversation is about keeping people alive, while still letting businesses operate efficiently and profitably. 🔗 Connect with Inviol Website: ⁠https://www.inviol.com⁠ Email: ⁠hi@inviol.com⁠ LinkedIn: Search “Inviol” or “Tane van der Boon” 🎙 About the Host Matt Jones is the founder of Advanced Safety and organiser of the Safety Summit, helping New Zealand businesses modernise safety performance and move beyond paperwork-driven compliance. 🤝 Join NZHSP Connect If you want deeper conversations, practical tools, and community learning, join NZHSP Connect — our free professional platform: https://www.advancedsafety.co.nz/nzhsp-connect-free-community/

    26 min

  3. 12/11/2025

    Why Digital Safety Is Exploding in NZ: Real Talk with Site App Pro’s Storm McDonald and David Masters

    Digital safety is changing faster than most businesses can keep up – and this conversation pulls back the curtain on exactly what’s happening on the ground, what practitioners are asking for, and how tech is reshaping the future of health and safety in New Zealand.In this exclusive episode, I sit down with Storm McDonald (Head of Sales, Site App Pro) and David Masters (Strategic Partnerships Manager, Site App Pro) to unpack the real-world challenges, breakthroughs, and transformational insights driving the rapid shift from paperwork to digital safety systems.Across New Zealand, businesses are moving away from outdated manual processes and embracing automated reporting, real-time visibility, mobile-first engagement, and AI-driven insights. Site App Pro sits right at the centre of that evolution – and in this interview they reveal:What you’ll learn:Why in-person site visits are accelerating innovation in safety techThe biggest frustrations practitioners face with paper-based systemsHow digital workflows improve engagement, compliance, and decision-makingWhat NZ health and safety consultants are asking for right nowThe inside story behind Site App Pro’s new equipment moduleHow partnerships, collaboration, and customer-led development shape product evolutionWhy failing fast is now essential for modern safety leadershipHow to shift teams from resistance to buy-in when going digitalWhether you’re a health and safety manager, a business owner, a consultant, or someone curious about the future of safety technology, this episode gives you practical insight into what’s driving the biggest industry transformation in years.Why this mattersThe companies that modernise their safety systems now will move faster, gain deeper visibility, make better decisions, and significantly reduce preventable harm. The ones that hold onto manual processes are already falling behind.This conversation is your blueprint to understanding what’s changing – and how to stay ahead of the curve.Connect with Site App ProAbout the HostMatt Jones is the founder of Advanced Safety and organiser of the Safety Summit, helping NZ businesses modernise their safety performance and adopt tools that actually move the needle.Join NZHSP ConnectIf you want deeper conversations, resources and community learning, join NZHSP Connect, our new free professional platform on Circle: https://safety-connect.circle.so/join?invitation_token=128727fdd51ef687ad0b0a602e5419c35caab02d-9b2559d9-e0e0-4750-aa6b-c852a54852d7#HealthAndSafetyNZ #HSWANZ #SafetyLeadership #HealthAndSafetySoftware #MattJonesNZ #AdvancedSafetyNZ #NZHSP #NZHSPConnect #SafetyPodcast #HealthAndSafetyPodcast #SafetyCultureNZ #WorkplaceSafetyNZ #SafetyProfessionalsNZ #SafetyApp Join the waitlist for the NZHSP Safety Summit 2026https://www.safetysummit.co.nz

    27 min

  4. 11/25/2025

    From Military Logistics to NZ Safety Leader: Lessons from Keith Barnett (Vertical Horizonz)

    Welcome to Season 5, Episode 1 of Health and Safety Unplugged - New Zealand’s longest-running health and safety podcast. Hosted by Matt Jones and proudly sponsored by Advanced Safety, this season is now connected to NZHSP Connect, our new online free-to-access community for more than 4,000 NZ health and safety professionals across LinkedIn and Facebook.In this episode, Matt sits down with Keith Barnett, Senior Trainer and Health and Safety Advisor at Vertical Horizonz, to unpack a career journey that started in military logistics and evolved into one of New Zealand’s most respected voices in safety training.This conversation is packed with grounded, real-world lessons for practitioners, business owners and trainers who actually want to improve safety outcomes - not just tick boxes.What You’ll Learn:• Why safety culture starts with standards and what “the standard you walk past” really means• Working at Heights: why “if you’re going up, you better know how to get down” is the rule everyone forgets• Confined Spaces: planning, rescue readiness and why assumptions kill• Military lessons for safety leadership - communication, preparation, and informed decision-making• How a serious heat-exhaustion incident shaped Keith’s career in safety• Why training is an investment, not an expense and how organisations get it wrong• Advice for new trainers entering the profession• Why you should never pigeonhole yourself as a safety practitioner• The future of safety training in NZ and why “train wisely” matters in 2026 and beyondAbout Keith Barnett (Vertical Horizonz NZ)Keith has spent almost two decades delivering health and safety training in New Zealand, covering:- Working at heights- Confined space entry- Industrial safety- Heavy vehicle and plant training- Bespoke safety training across multiple sectors- International project support through Vertical Horizonz Australia and the PacificHis entry into safety is unlike any other, shaped by military standards, real emergencies and lessons that cost real people real consequences.Why This Episode MattersIf you’re a:- Health and safety practitioner- Trainer- Safety leader- PCBU- Business owner- Worker aspiring to grow in safety- Or part of NZ’s health and safety community…this interview is a masterclass in practical, experience-driven safety thinking.Join NZHSP ConnectIf you want deeper conversations, resources and community learning, join NZHSP Connect, our new free professional platform on Circle:https://safety-connect.circle.so/join?invitation_token=128727fdd51ef687ad0b0a602e5419c35caab02d-9b2559d9-e0e0-4750-aa6b-c852a54852d7Connect with Keith on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-barnett-3a473546/#HealthAndSafetyNZ #VerticalHorizonz #WorkingAtHeights #ConfinedSpaceTraining #HSWANZ #SafetyLeadership #HealthAndSafetyTraining #MattJonesNZ #AdvancedSafetyNZ #NZHSP #NZHSPConnect #SafetyPodcast #HealthAndSafetyPodcast #SafetyCultureNZ #WorkplaceSafetyNZ #SafetyProfessionalsNZ #SafetyTrainingNZ #EmergencyPlanning #PCBU #HSETrainingJoin the waitlist for the NZHSP Safety Summit 2026https://www.safetysummit.co.nz Proudly sponsored by Advanced Safety - Keeping health and safety simple since 2016.

    23 min

  5. 10/17/2024

    Navigating Corporate Giants: A Safety Leader’s Guide to Influence and Growth

    In this episode of Health and Safety Unplugged, host Matt Jones speaks with Dr. Megan Tranter, a seasoned safety professional with extensive experience in global roles at major companies like Amazon, Pepsi and Netflix. "You have to get comfortable with being uncomfortable." They discuss the challenges faced by safety professionals in gaining influence within organisations, the importance of understanding business context, and the need for continuous personal development. Dr. Tranter shares insights on navigating leadership roles, delivering difficult messages, and the significance of observing and listening in new positions. The conversation also touches on the value of setting challenging goals and investing in one's own growth, as well as the importance of community and coaching for safety professionals. Safety Summit 2025 Your chance to see Dr Megan Tranter speak at the Safety Summit 2025! Full details here: https://www.safetysummit.co.nz Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Megan Tranter 02:08 Navigating the Safety Profession 09:21 The Role of Safety Professionals 12:42 Embracing Challenges and Growth 16:52 Insights from the Entertainment Industry 19:08 Delivering Difficult Messages 26:04 Navigating New Roles: The Importance of Observation 32:52 Setting Challenging Goals and Embracing Failure 38:51 Investing in Personal Development and Agency 43:55 Designing Your Brilliant Future: Coaching and Community Over the years, Health and Safety Unplugged has had the pleasure of engaging in enlightening discussions with experts across various fields, from health and safety law to mental health, wellbeing, business marketing, information security, and executive leadership. Prepare yourself for engaging conversations, transformative insights, and thought-provoking discussions that will inspire you to think differently about health, safety, and success. But we're not stopping here. We're on the lookout for more guest speakers and sponsors who share our vision of promoting health, safety, and wellbeing. If you have a story you would like to share or an amazing product or service that is making a positive impact reach out: info@advancedsafety.co.nz So, gear up and tune in to this episode of series four. Together, let's continue the conversation about what truly matters in health and safety. Let's keep learning, growing, and shaping a safer world. Don't miss out! Subscribe now and be part of the journey. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YyRhS1wT4KTdIc7qMhopW iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/advanced-safety/id1513125140 NZHSP Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NZHSP/ NZHSP LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12018802/ NZHSP News Hub: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GPIOlJe61r40BSN68hLcFK --------------------------- https://www.safetysummit.co.nz Advanced Safety Led by Matt Jones, Advanced Safety is New Zealand owned and operated since 2016. With consultants throughout the country, if you are looking for a custom solution for your business we are here for you. Their market leading approach is simple: 1. It begins with a brief chat to decide if we are a good fit. 2. After a deep dive review we will produce your improvement roadmap. 3. You then choose how much assistance you require. https://advancedsafety.co.nz/ info@advancedsafety.co.nz

    52 min

  6. 09/02/2024

    NZ 0:00 / 1:09:38 Exploring The Potential of AI and its Impact on Health and Safety

    In this latest episode of Health and Safety Unplugged we're joined by Peter Thomas, a charted safety professional from the UK, who dives deep into the role of technology in revolutionising safety practices. Peter brings a wealth of experience in leveraging AI and digital transformations to address long-standing challenges in health and safety management. From discussing the stagnation in safety improvement statistics to exploring the potential of AI in creating more standardised, effective safety measures, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in as we explore how advancements like AI can transform safety assessments and ensure better compliance and risk management, reflecting on both UK and New Zealand perspectives. Whether you're a safety advisor on the ground or a decision-maker in the boardroom, this conversation is bound to leave you with new ideas on integrating tech innovations into your safety protocols for a safer tomorrow. Join us to stay at the forefront of health and safety evolution. Over the years, Health and Safety Unplugged has had the pleasure of engaging in enlightening discussions with experts across various fields, from health and safety law to mental health, wellbeing, business marketing, information security, and executive leadership. Prepare yourself for engaging conversations, transformative insights, and thought-provoking discussions that will inspire you to think differently about health, safety, and success. But we're not stopping here. We're on the lookout for more guest speakers and sponsors who share our vision of promoting health, safety, and wellbeing. If you have a story you would like to share or an amazing product or service that is making a positive impact reach out: info@advancedsafety.co.nz So, gear up and tune in to this episode of series four. Together, let's continue the conversation about what truly matters in health and safety. Let's keep learning, growing, and shaping a safer world. Don't miss out! Subscribe now and be part of the journey. YouTube: https://youtu.be/wKtLOEYqLWI iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/advanced-safety/id1513125140 NZHSP Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NZHSP/ NZHSP LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12018802/ NZHSP News Hub: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GPIOlJe61r40BSN68hLcFK --------------------------- About our Sponsors: Advanced Safety Led by Matt Jones, Advanced Safety is New Zealand owned and operated since 2016. With consultants throughout the country, if you are looking for a custom solution for your business we are here for you. Their market leading approach is simple: 1. It begins with a brief chat to decide if we are a good fit. 2. After a deep dive review we will produce your improvement roadmap. 3. You then choose how much assistance you require. https://advancedsafety.co.nz/ info@advancedsafety.co.nz

    1h 10m

  7. 08/14/2024

    Revolutionising Health and Safety with AI Technology

    On episode 9, season 4 of Health and Safety Unplugged, we chat with Bede Cammock-Elliot, founder of seeo.ai, about practical applications of AI in workplace safety. Bede walks us through how Seeo's technology uses existing CCTV cameras to gain insights into risk controls and employee behavior on industrial sites. We discuss the real-world challenges of implementing new tech, including the importance of change management and getting everyone on board. We also explore how to use this kind of technology responsibly - not as a watchdog, but as a tool to improve work processes and genuinely enhance safety. Bede shares some interesting thoughts on building a culture where safety is a shared responsibility. Whether you're curious about AI applications in industry or looking for fresh perspectives on safety management, this down-to-earth conversation offers plenty of food for thought. Join us to learn how data-driven insights might help shape safer workplaces in the future. #ai #safety #seeo #healthandsafetyunplugged ------- Got Your Safety Summit 2025 Tickets Yet?! https://www.safetysummit.co.nz ------- Over the years, Health and Safety Unplugged has had the pleasure of engaging in enlightening discussions with experts across various fields, from health and safety law to mental health, wellbeing, business marketing, information security, and executive leadership. Prepare yourself for engaging conversations, transformative insights, and thought-provoking discussions that will inspire you to think differently about health, safety, and success. But we're not stopping here. We're on the lookout for more guest speakers and sponsors who share our vision of promoting health, safety, and wellbeing. If you have a story you would like to share or an amazing product or service that is making a positive impact reach out: info@advancedsafety.co.nz So, gear up and tune in to this episode of series four. Together, let's continue the conversation about what truly matters in health and safety. Let's keep learning, growing, and shaping a safer world. Don't miss out! Subscribe now and be part of the journey. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YyRhS1wT4KTdIc7qMhopW iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/advanced-safety/id1513125140 NZHSP Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NZHSP/ NZHSP LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12018802/ NZHSP News Hub: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GPIOlJe61r40BSN68hLcFK --------------------------- About our Sponsors: Advanced Safety Led by Matt Jones, Advanced Safety is New Zealand owned and operated since 2016. With consultants throughout the country, if you are looking for a custom solution for your business we are here for you. Their market leading approach is simple: 1. It begins with a brief chat to decide if we are a good fit. 2. After a deep dive review we will produce your improvement roadmap. 3. You then choose how much assistance you require. https://advancedsafety.co.nz/ info@advancedsafety.co.nz

    45 min

  8. 07/24/2024

    Managing Critical Risks in the Workplace with Checkmate

    In this episode of Health and Safety Unplugged, we delve into the innovative world of Checkmate, a game-changing tool designed to digitise health and safety management. Gone are the days of cumbersome paper trails; Checkmate introduces a streamlined mobile app complemented by intuitive near field device tags that signal compliance with a simple red or green light. Phill Dagger, experienced Executive with over 25+ years of senior leadership roles across a variety of sectors. He manages a broad investment portfolio including Checkmate, the tool that manages critical risks in the workplace by digitising health and safety assessments and reporting. "There's possibly a post-it note sticking on someone's office notice board right now that has an identified serious issue just waiting to happen..." Discover how this technology not only boosts compliance rates but also revolutionises reporting cultures by embedding essential safety practices at the core of every business. With its international expansion and cutting-edge tools, Checkmate is setting new standards in managing critical risks in the workplace. Tune in to explore how Checkmate is not just closing the loop on safety but also opening new doors to a safer working environment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:30 Identifying and Managing Critical Risks 07:56 Transitioning to Electronic Reporting 11:20 Closing the Loop on Health and Safety Processes 15:22 The Benefits of Checkmate in Practice 25:04 Opportunities for Consultants 28:06 Conclusion and Next Steps #Checkmate #criticalrisks #workplace #healthandsafety #digitization #mobileapp #nearfielddevicetags #real-timereporting #checklists --------------- Over the years, Health and Safety Unplugged has had the pleasure of engaging in enlightening discussions with experts across various fields, from health and safety law to mental health, wellbeing, business marketing, information security, and executive leadership. Prepare yourself for engaging conversations, transformative insights, and thought-provoking discussions that will inspire you to think differently about health, safety, and success. But we're not stopping here. We're on the lookout for more guest speakers and sponsors who share our vision of promoting health, safety and wellbeing. If you have a story you would like to share or an amazing product or service that is making a positive impact reach out: info@advancedsafety.co.nz So, gear up and tune in to this episode of series four. Together, let's continue the conversation about what truly matters in health and safety. Let's keep learning, growing, and shaping a safer world. Don't miss out! Subscribe now and be part of the journey. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YyRhS1wT4KTdIc7qMhopW iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/advanced-safety/id1513125140 NZHSP Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NZHSP/ NZHSP LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12018802/ NZHSP News Hub: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GPIOlJe61r40BSN68hLcFK --------------------------- About our Sponsors: Advanced Safety Led by Matt Jones, Advanced Safety is New Zealand owned and operated since 2016. With consultants throughout the country, if you are looking for a custom solution for your business we are here for you. Their market leading approach is simple: 1. It begins with a brief chat to decide if we are a good fit. 2. After a deep dive review we will produce your improvement roadmap. 3. You then choose how much assistance you require. https://advancedsafety.co.nz/ info@advancedsafety.co.nz

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After a brief hiatus, your favorite podcast 'Health and Safety Unplugged' is back on the airwaves! We've used our break to take the podcast to new heights, and we are thrilled to share what we've been working on. We've had the pleasure of engaging in enlightening discussions with experts across various fields, from health and safety law to mental health, wellbeing, business marketing, information security, and executive leadership all geared toward excelling your professional journey. Sponsorship and guest speaker opportunities remain available. Reach out direct: info@advancedsafety.co.nz

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  • Creator
    Matt Jones, HASANZ, Prof NZISM, GradDip OSH
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 533358
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    Health & Safety Unplugged