[HSEguy]

Thanks @Majith, there is definitely support for the points you make in the academic literature.

[HSEguy]

Check out Alcoa’s Paul O’Neill for the pioneer of safety leadership

[HSEguy]

Here’s the link to the LinkedIn debate in case you missed it:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hsetoolbox_safety-activity-6983961448313982976-UXhM?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

[HSEguy]

Here is the link to the discussion in case you missed it: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hsetoolbox_safety-activity-6983961448313982976-UXhM?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

[HSEguy]

Here is a good summary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5EQTWT8lFY

[HSEguy]

How has your experience been thus far @Noobilator?

[HSEguy]

@corporatehseqmanager, not all leaders are created equal. Some leaders will focus on quality more than safety. Many more will prioritize $$ over all else. Safety may be on every leader’s agenda but the passion and drive for it will vary from one leader to the next.

[HSEguy]

I think safety leadership is a leadership style in and of itself. The academic literature makes a distinction between transformational leadership and safety-specific transformational leadership because you can be a transformational leader and pay no attention to safety.

[HSEguy]

I agree, leadership is the most important element in driving a positive safety culture. I’m really eager to hear from those with differing opinions. Can a cultural transformation happen from the ground up? Possible, although highly unlikely

[HSEguy]

That’s actually an interesting idea. Milestone celebration if achieved safely.

[HSEguy]

Great advice AnonymousHSE.

I would add:

1) find a mentor, don’t reinvent the wheel

2) keep developing!

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