The Safety of Work

David Provan
  • 4.8 (19)
  • MANAGEMENT
The Safety of Work

Do you know the science behind what works and doesn’t work when it comes to keeping people safe in your organisation? Each week join Dr Drew Rae and Dr David Provan from the Safety Science Innovation Lab at Griffith University as they break down the latest safety research and provide you with practical management tips.

  1. Ep. 125: Does ChatGPT provide good safety advice?

    NOV 10

    Ep. 125: Does ChatGPT provide good safety advice?

    Today Drew and David scrutinize ChatGPT's ability to deliver safety recommendations, questioning the fairness of expectations placed on the AI and considering appropriate benchmarks for its performance. Their analysis is shaped by the framework of the article, “The Risks Of Using ChatGPT To Obtain Common Safety-Related Information And Advice” from the Journal of Safety Science from November 2023.

    1 hr
  2. Ep. 124 Is safety a key value driver for business?

    SEP 1

    Ep. 124 Is safety a key value driver for business?

    In this episode, we dig into conflicting research, question the role of data, and offer practical insights on transforming safety from a compliance burden to a strategic asset. Instead of a research paper, we look into an upcoming Sept/Oct 2024 Harvard Business Review Workplace Health and Safety Magazine Article called "Safety Should Be a Performance Driver - It’s more than just a compliance issue” by Vikas Mittal, Alessandro Piazza, and Sonam Singh.

    45 min
  3. Ep. 123: Is risk a science or a feeling?

    AUG 3

    Ep. 123: Is risk a science or a feeling?

    Join us for an insightful exploration of the complex world of risk perception and decision-making, by examining the foundational work of Paul Slovic, whose groundbreaking research has significantly shaped our understanding of how humans evaluate risk. Through the lens of Slovic's influential 2004 paper "Risk as Analysis and Risk as Feelings," we uncover the intricate interplay between analytical reasoning and emotional intuition in safety management.

    59 min
  4. Ep. 122: What makes a good presentation?

    JUL 21

    Ep. 122: What makes a good presentation?

    In this episode, David and Drew delve into what makes a good PowerPoint presentation. They explore the evolution of PowerPoint and its importance in modern business communication, referencing Associate Professor Mitch Ricketts' 2018 paper, "No More Bullet Points: Research-Based Tips for Better Presentations."

    43 min
  5. Ep. 121 Is safety good for business?

    JUL 7

    Ep. 121 Is safety good for business?

    Safety might not be the ‘golden goose’ for business success. We unpack the complexities of workplace safety and its true impact on business performance. In a thought-provoking 2020 paper by Mark Pagell and colleagues, the delicate balance between worker safety and organizational survival is investigated. Drew voices his skepticism about the assumed benefits of safety investments, while David contemplates the long-term advantages, despite short-term sacrifices.

    46 min
  6. Ep. 120: What does the literature say about safety professionals?

    MAY 26

    Ep. 120: What does the literature say about safety professionals?

    Join us for a special episode where we navigate the intriguing world of safety professionals viewed through the lens of literature. Today, we celebrate Dr. David Provan’s first published paper, “Bureaucracy, influence and beliefs: A literature review of the factors shaping the role of a safety professional” by David J. Provan along with Sidney W.A. Dekker and Andrew J. Rae.

    1h 1m
  7. Ep. 119: Should we ask about contributors rather than causes?

    APR 28

    Ep. 119: Should we ask about contributors rather than causes?

    Listen in as we explore the ever-evolving field of accident investigation research, where the shift from pinpointing causes to understanding contributors is gaining traction.

    45 min
  8. Ep. 118 How should we account for technological accidents?

    APR 14

    Ep. 118 How should we account for technological accidents?

    Have you ever considered who shoulders the blame when technology fails us catastrophically? Today’s paper by Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Kenny, “Blaming Deadmen: Causes, Culprits, and Chaos in Accounting for Technological Accidents” examines the complex web of causes behind technological accidents. We examine the chilling case of the Waterfall rail tragedy, unraveling the layers of human judgment, mechanical failure, and the systemic implications that ripple through our safety practices. Kenny's insights offer a transformative lens on how we perceive and address the chaos of disasters, challenging us to rethink the assumptions that underpin our search for answers.

    50 min
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Do you know the science behind what works and doesn’t work when it comes to keeping people safe in your organisation? Each week join Dr Drew Rae and Dr David Provan from the Safety Science Innovation Lab at Griffith University as they break down the latest safety research and provide you with practical management tips.

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  • Creator
    David Provan
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Safety of Work

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