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Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 17: The role of physiotherapy in occupational health – Lina Chauhan Lina Chauhan, ergonomic musculoskeletal wellbeing specialist for BT and advanced occupational health physiotherapist for British Airways, talks to our Managing Director, Adam Clarke, about her career path in occupational health physiotherapy, and how she actively promotes health and wellbeing in the workplace. Lina shares how she has built a successful career over the past 20 years and how her role has grown and evolved. She talks about the role of physiotherapy in occupational health and her passion for preventing injuries by working in partnership with organisations and health and safety professionals. She discusses why it is im...2024-02-1643 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 11: What are the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?In this episode we look at the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and what this legislation means for your organisation.2023-11-1708 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 16: A lasting legacy – Fiona O’DonnellIn this episode we are joined by Fiona O’Donnell, Global HSE Strategy Lead at Jacobs. Fiona is dedicated to the promotion of mental health and wellbeing and won the SHP Trailblazer Workplace Wellbeing Award in 2022 for the ‘One Million Lives’ campaign, a free mental health check-in tool by Jacobs to enhance users’ understanding of their current state of mind and provide proactive strategies for personal mental health development. This episode focuses on work-life balance in a male-dominated industry, the impact of hybrid work on relationships and safety, and mental health initiatives in the workplace.2023-10-0641 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 10: What is a dynamic risk assessment?In this episode we focus on dynamic risk assessments, including when to use a dynamic risk assessment and how to undertake one.2023-09-2106 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 15: Enhancing the human element - Silvana MartinIn this episode we are joined by Silvana Martin, Wellbeing Leader at Laing O ‘Rourke. Silvana has a proven track record of defining, developing, and delivering health, wellbeing, safety and inclusion strategies, effectively embedding these into the culture of the organisation and achieving excellent meaningful results. This episode focuses on the importance of understanding your business and asking the right questions, dealing with stress in the workplace and designing an effective programme to meet the needs of your people.2023-09-1446 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 14: Being comfortable in the grey - Matt HallIn this episode we are joined by Matt Hall, Associate Director of Health and Safety at Imperial College Healthcare NHS. He is an experienced head with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital and healthcare industry, higher education, and research. This episode focuses on transitioning from small to large organisations, delivering effective talks and the importance of understanding the cost and reward of health and safety.2023-08-0748 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 13: It’s not about the cloak of compliance – Clive JohnsonIn this episode we are joined by Clive Johnson, a highly accomplished senior executive with 10 years’ extensive experience operating at board level with a number of blue-chip organisations. A well-rounded executive with a track record of leading business and industry through transformational change, Clive is an expert at improving the health, safety, security, and wellbeing culture of any organisation. This episode focuses on transferable skills, safety as an enabler rather than a blocker, taking on non-executive roles and encouraging individuals to pursue a safety career.2023-06-2233 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 9: What are the Display Screen Equipment Regulations (1992)?In this episode we look at why the Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Regulations (1992) are important, the health risks of incorrect use of DSE and employer's responsibilities.2023-06-0808 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 12: Competence in Fire Safety - Andrea WhiteIn this episode, we are joined by Andrea White, an independent fire engineer, fire risk assessor and chartered safety professional with her own consultancy, A W Fire Ltd. The strapline for A W Fire is Dedicated to Competence and it’s a mantra Andrea has sought to follow throughout her career, gaining several professional registrations and becoming a Fellow of the IFE. In 2022, Andrea was voted an influencer within the fire safety industry by IFSEC Global. She is Founder and Director of Women Talking Fire, an independent women’s support and networking group for the UK fire safety...2023-05-1844 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 8: Five health and wellbeing workplace trends and challengesIn this episode we look at workplace wellbeing challenges you should keep an eye on, and things you can do to manage them effectively.2023-04-1307 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 11: Trust without condition - Christian HarrisIn this episode we are joined by Christian Harris, Founder of Slip Safety Services. ‘Slipologist’ Christian Harris became passionate about preventing accidents and injuries due to suffering from a severe accident himself. He is on a mission to prevent 500,000+ slip and fall accidents annually across the globe. This conversation looks at how to move forward after a life-changing accident, using client’s missions and values in the context of safety, dealing with internal pressure and the importance of trust and growth within business.2023-03-0345 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 7: 8 common electrical hazards in the workplaceIn this episode we look at common electrical hazards in the workplace, the legal requirements for electrical safety and precautions that should be taken. 2023-02-1608 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 10: An enabling partner - Louise HarryIn this episode we are joined by Louise Harry, who leads Siemens Environmental Protection, Health Management and Occupational Safety in the UK and Ireland. With a passion for employee engagement, digitalisation and manufacturing, Louise has worked globally in EHS roles in manufacturing, IT & telecommunications sectors before joining Siemens in 2018. This conversation looks at entering the environmental, health and safety profession, the importance of building good relationships in the workplace and making unpopular decisions.2023-01-1056 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 6: Accident Reporting and InvestigationIn this episode we look at why we should be reporting and investigating accidents in the workplace, what information should be gathered and looking at the causes of accidents.2022-12-0814 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 9: Safety and Autonomy – Professor John McDermidIn this episode we are joined by Professor John McDermid, the Director of the Assuring Autonomy International Programme at the University of York. This conversation focuses on safety of robotics and autonomous systems.2022-11-0841 min

The UK Psych Health and Safety PodcastCrossover Episode - Perfect is the Enemy of Progress – with Adam ClarkeThe well-being of the employees is the key to everything that an organisation stands for. Well-being of staff covers both physical and psychological health. We don’t function well without both. This week, in a special crossover episode, Sheila has been talking to Adam Clarke of Praxis42 about the benefits of investing in well-being, building skills, being a manager, communication, comfort zones, and much more.2022-11-0154 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 8: Pushing water up a hill – Sheila LordIn this episode we are joined by Sheila Lord, the Founder and Director of BMR Health and Wellbeing, working to create happier and healthier workplaces by taking a proactive approach to mental health and employee wellbeing. This conversation highlights the importance of investing in wellbeing. This includes reducing workplace stress, saving money, effectively managing an agile workforce, and giving managers the tools to support their staff.2022-10-1354 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 5: Accidents in the workplaceIn this episode we look at workplace accident statistics and fatalities, the industries they occur in and how you can use these stats to better improve your own health and safety system.2022-10-1115 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 4: Manual Handling - What are TILE and LITE?In this episode we talk about effective manual handling risk assessments, what TILE stands for (as well as TILEO and LITE) and the four key stages for TILE manual handling for safe working practices.2022-09-1309 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 7: The Health and Safety Fruit Bowl – Anna GriffithsIn this episode we are joined by Anna Griffiths, Head of Safety and Wellbeing at the Science Museum Group. This conversation focuses on the effects of the pandemic in the museum sector, agile and hybrid working methods and the importance of employee wellbeing.2022-08-2445 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 3: What is Asbestos?In this episode we discuss what asbestos is, why it was used, the health conditions associated with exposure to asbestos and how to effectively manage the risk asbestos poses.2022-08-0813 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 6: Be Authentic. Be Visible. Be Prepared to Change. – Dawn WhittakerIn this episode we are joined by Dawn Whittaker, the Chief Fire Officer for the East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service. With experience in the private, public and voluntary community sectors, Dawn’s mantra is to improve the performance of organisations through people and well managed change. This conversation focuses on people management and leadership, effectively influencing change and how to make safety engaging.2022-07-271h 00

The Safety Conversation with SHPThe health & safety profession, how is it changing?In this episode, we drop in on a panel debate which discusses the changing the perception of the health & safety profession.Recorded in the Operational Excellence Theatre at Safety & Health Expo in May, this panel discussion focussed on the COVID-19 pandemic and how it could be argued that the safety profession is now viewed in a more positive light by the general public. The panel talked about the opportunities for increasing collaboration across teams, and changing the direction of safety in the workplace, through genuine staff engagement. The session was moderated by Heather Beach, Managing Di...2022-07-2731 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 2: Risk AssessmentsIn this episode we talk about risk assessments - this includes what a risk assessment is, the legal requirements and an in-depth description of the five steps of risk assessment.2022-07-0415 min

Safety Made SimpleEp 1: Different types of fire extinguishers and how to use themIn this episode we cover the different types of fire extinguishers in the workplace. Topics include the fire extinguisher colours, which extinguisher to use for each type of fire, information about fire safety in the workplace and employer’s responsibilities.2022-07-0408 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 5: Permission to be yourself - Heather BeachIn this episode we are joined by Heather Beach, Founder and Managing Director of The Healthy Work Company. Heather provides mental health and wellbeing programmes for organisations on a global scale, implementing innovative strategies and training programmes with organisations such as ITV, Mace and Eurostar. This conversation covers how to effectively manage wellbeing in your workplace, investment from senior management and how your wellbeing is affected by other individuals.2022-06-2252 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 4: Agility vs. Rigidity - James PomeroyIn this episode we are joined by James Pomeroy, the Global Health and Safety Leader and Director for Arup. Hosted by Mike Stevens, CEO at Praxis42, this conversation covers how organisations were affected during the pandemic, how to provide guidelines and frameworks to enable safe decision-making and the importance of trust.2022-05-2952 min

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep3: Happiness, how does it impact safety? – Andrew Packer CMIOSHIn this episode we are joined by Andrew Packer, the EHS Excellence Director for GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare. With 25 years global experience, Andrew is an operational safety and wellbeing specialist, culture designer and thought leader.2022-05-051h 15

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 2: Happy, Healthy and Contented - Dr Shaun DavisIn this episode we are joined by Dr Shaun Davis, a high performing specialist with an outstanding career of progression gained within global organisations and household names including Biffa Group, Royal Mail and Belron International. Hosted by Mike Stevens, CEO at Praxis42, this conversation covers just culture, consultation and the risks associated with organisational change.2022-04-191h 15

Risk. Sleep. Repeat.Ep 1: Putting the heart back into health and safety – Crystal Danbury CMIOSHIn this episode we are joined by Crystal Danbury CMIOSH, who has 20 years’ experience in high-risk industries such as nuclear, rail, logistics and retail, and Adam Clarke, Managing Director at Praxis42. Their conversation includes visions for the future of the health and safety industry, the impacts on mental health during the pandemic and the importance of work-life balance.2022-03-1439 min