Fatality Free Future® Podcast
The program and podcast for safety
We want to see a world where people go to work and come home safely every day.
Over the past decade, more than 1,880 people have lost their lives to traumatic injuries in Australian workplaces. More than 1.16 million workers have made serious compensation claims involving extended time off work (Safe Work Australia, 2024).
We believe these incidents are not inevitable. With the right focus, strategies, and support, they are preventable.
Our mission is simple. To help individuals and organisations focus on what really matters, building safer routines, stronger strategies, and ultimately, saving lives.
The Fatality Free Future® podcast is hosted by Safety Leadership Coach John Barclay and Content Developer Holly Ferguson. We discuss with experts SIF history, ideas and research while providing practical examples, hearing real-world examples and imparting tangible take-aways for listeners to implement in their workplace.
Bookmark the Fatality Free Future® page for quick access to episodes and all the tools and materials we talk about in each episode. barclayss.com/fatality-free-future/
Fatality Free Future® Podcast
A Learning-Led Approach to Incident Investigations | Fatality Free Future S2 #7
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Incident investigations are often conducted under time pressure, removed from the people involved, and influenced by the unconscious biases of the investigator. James Sullivan is a facilitator and coach who delivers HSE investigation training to organisations, guiding safety professionals to keep investigations simple by listening to the lived experiences of those on the ground and prioritising care throughout the process. We learn about his approach to adapting investigations to reduce complexity and genuinely demonstrate care for people.
To learn more and to access the materials referenced in this episode visit: https://barclayss.com/fatality-free-future/