From Reactive to Responsive: Revolutionizing Safety Culture with Andrew Barrett - Episode 4 | Construction Technology

Did you know safety culture can be revolutionized? Industry expert Andrew ‘Baz’ Barrett joins hosts Erin and Nandan to discuss transforming safety practices in construction. In this episode, Andrew reveals:

• Why changing behaviors is more effective than trying to change culture directly
• How to shift from reactive to responsive safety practices
• The power of data-driven decision making in safety management
• The importance of clear communication and shared understanding in safety terms

Andrew ‘Baz’ Barrett, founder of Safety on Tap, shares his insights on creating sustainable change in safety and how better individual, team, and organizational learning leads to better results. Discover how to improve the safety of work, reduce safety clutter, and enhance operational performance through dialogic approaches to change.

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⏰ Timestamps:

00:09 - Introduction to Andrew and Safety on Tap 05:50 - Impactful work in the National Broadband Network 10:10 - Work as ‘imagined’ and Work as ‘done’ 11:48 - Three key changes for health and safety leaders 14:37 - Reacting vs. Responding 20:42 - Maslow's Hammer Concept in Safety 23:33 - Innovative data analysis in safety practices 32:57 - Be Relevant, Be Valued 35:45 - Actions Speak Louder 37:14 - Feedback in leadership safety walks 39:11 - Getting on the same page 40:17 - Critically examining your safety worldview 43:25 - Define to Align 44:34 - Be featured as a guest on the show by emailing podcast@sureworx.io

💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

• Andrew Barrett
• Erin Khan
• Nandan Thakar
• SureWorx Page

🚀 Show Links:

• Safety on Tap Website
• Safety on Tap Podcast
• SureWorx YouTube Channel
• View the Full Episode Transcript on our Website: https://sureworx.io/podcast/episode

🎬 About the Show: The SureWorx Podcast brings you insider conversations exploring innovations in infrastructure and construction technology. Hosted by industry veterans Nandan Thakar and Erin Khan, we engage with top experts and thought leaders driving change in the AEC industry.

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