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Safety training sessions and conducting toolbox talks are a great first step in developing a thriving safety culture. What are some of the other ways to get in front of problems using safety leadership?
One challenge is the overflow of paradoxes such as "do more with less" and "innovate more but cut costs". Another challenge is the quickened pace of "disruptive change" which adds increased pressure on organizations and leaders.
Imagine putting on a virtual reality headset. Suddenly, the ground below you begins to shake and you hear an industrial whine as you are propelled into a virtual world via a platform 30 feet above the ground.
Megaprojects are large projects with a sizable scale and complexity. Most of these major capital projects are commissioned by large companies and public bodies such as local and regional governments. These major capital projects typically have a budget that surpasses $1 billion.
Safety leadership is beyond just giving your word. You have to "walk the walk" and act with integrity day in and day out. A strong safety culture commits to making the impossible possible and ensures your crews return home safely at the end of their shift.
How have megaprojects changed the American landscape? The evidence is all around us. From the soaring skyscrapers to the railroads and highways that criss-cross the entire country. Major Capital Projects like these are the byproduct of big dreams.
What is an effective safety culture? For many of us, it is a way of life. For safety leadership, a world-class culture consists of the passions we share, beliefs we hold dear and the desire for a safe, inclusive work environment where all can thrive.