Georgina Poole, an Australian safety professional and postgraduate student, joins Todd to discuss transformative safety initiatives and the essential role of leadership. They tackle the challenges of measuring safety improvements and the misconceptions about modern practices like Human and Organizational Performance. The duo emphasizes redefining safety as an ongoing capacity for effective work rather than mere compliance. Additionally, they reflect on the importance of adaptable leadership in fostering a positive safety culture and empowering future female leaders.
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Sustainable Safety Change
Modern safety initiatives should focus on creating sustainable change within organizations.
This requires examining if changes persist after the change agent leaves.
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Measuring Safety
Measuring safety improvements is challenging because progress isn't always linear.
Organizational change is complex and influenced by leadership and social factors.
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Social Change vs. Empirical Data
Social change is a non-scientific phenomenon, making it difficult to measure with empirical data.
The need for numerical legitimacy can hinder the application of effective safety practices.
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Edgar Schein's "Organizational Culture and Leadership" is a seminal work exploring the dynamics of organizational culture and its impact on leadership and change. The book delves into the complexities of organizational culture, examining its three levels: artifacts, values, and basic underlying assumptions. Schein emphasizes the importance of understanding these levels to effectively manage and transform organizational culture. He provides frameworks and models for diagnosing and changing organizational culture, highlighting the role of leadership in shaping and sustaining cultural shifts. The book's insights are widely applicable across various organizational settings, offering practical guidance for leaders seeking to foster positive and productive work environments. Schein's work has significantly influenced the field of organizational development and change management.
In this episode of the Pre-Accident Investigation Podcast, host Todd is joined by Georgina Poole, a safety professional from Australia, to discuss a wide range of topics about modern safety initiatives and leadership. Georgina shares her research findings on what creates sustainable change in organizations and the role of leadership in these transformations.
The conversation delves into the challenges of measuring safety improvements, the misconceptions surrounding safety practices, and the importance of redefining safety as a continuous capacity to do work well. Todd and Georgina explore the complexities of organizational change, discussing how progress is not always linear and how leadership must adapt to contextual requirements.
Listeners are invited to reflect on their own understanding of safety and leadership while considering the cultural and operational shifts necessary for effective change. This engaging episode promises a thought-provoking look at how industries can better create a safe and productive environment by embracing new strategies and ideas.
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