PreAccident Investigation Podcast PAPod 527 - Navigating Safety in High-Risk Maritime Operations
Dec 14, 2024
Bionda van Roosendaal Stelling, General Manager of Health, Safety, and Environment at HEEREMA, shares her expertise on safety in high-risk maritime operations. She discusses the industry's evolving approach, emphasizing worker involvement as integral to safety solutions. The conversation dives into the importance of open communication and collaboration across generations in the workforce. Bionda also highlights how technology can enhance safety without compromising human insight, making it clear that fostering a culture of dialogue is key to navigating complex maritime challenges.
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Evolving Safety Conversations
- The discussion around safety, resilience, and reliability has changed significantly.
- Conversations now are different than they were 10 years ago, focusing on workers as solutions, not problems.
Worker-Centric Safety
- Bionda van Roosendal Stelling aims for the safety and mental well-being of all workers at HEEREMA.
- She emphasizes listening to workers and using their input to improve the workplace.
Making Work Better
- Bionda's safety approach focuses on making work better and easier instead of simply removing risk.
- This reflects a shift in the European maritime industry towards more worker-centric safety practices.