Elif Erkal

Dr. Elif Erkal, an expert in safety performance measurement at the Construction Safety Research Alliance, discusses innovative approaches to preventing serious injuries and fatalities. She introduces High Energy Control Assessments (HECA), emphasizing the importance of direct controls and present-tense safety measures over traditional metrics like TRIR. Elif critiques ineffective safety layers, advocates for data-driven approaches, and highlights community efforts to enhance safety practices. Tune in to learn how HECA can transform safety management and why collaboration between industry and academia is crucial.