LEADING SAFELY with Georgina Poole

Blame still does NOT fix anything!

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this short but sharp episode I speak to some recent research being quoted online which apparently proves that "blame does fix something"....

Capacities vs Controls with Professor Sidney Dekker & Dr Sean Brady

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode you will hear from Professor Sidney Dekker and Dr Sean Brady on the topics of capacities and controls. Professor Dekker leans towards ...

A Look Into Behavioural Based Safety with Dr Nic Weatherley

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Dr Nic Weatherly about Behavioural Based Safety and Applied Behavioural Science.

It's All About Learning with Bob Edwards

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Bob Edwards (the HOP Coach) about Learning Teams, Operational and Organisational Learning plus so much more.

Redefining Safety with Professor Nektarios Karanikas

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Professor Nektarios Karanikas about his newly completed research project with Hutchinson Builders and it's challenge t...

Fighter Pilot Curiousity with On Target Teaming

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with pilots Sam and Mike about safety leadership in the Australian Air Force, the cross over between human factors and human pe...

S4E1- Sidney Dekker & The Ten Virtues of a Positive Safety Culture

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this first episode for Season 4, you will hear me chat with my mentor Professor Sidney Dekker about his new book - The Ten Virtues of a Positive Sa...

Learn from when things go well!

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat about Tangible Tip #7 - Learning from when things go well.

Stop searching for a single "root cause"!

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat about tangible tip #6 which is all about stopping the search for a singular root, basic or direct cause.

Ask an error focused question!

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is tangible tip number 5 in the tips and tricks to help you and your organisation move towards HOP/ Safety Differently.

Let your frontline microexperiment!

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is tangible tip 4 of our tips and tricks to help you and your organisation move towards HOP/ Safety Differently etc.

Focus on what not who!

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is Day 3 and tangible tip 3 to help you and your organisation move towards Human and Organisational Performance / Safety Differently.

Use the 4Ds

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is Tip 2 of our tangible tips and tricks to help you and your organisation move towards HOP/ Safety Differently.

Involve the Front Line

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is your Day 1 Tip for the Christmas Tips and Tricks Series to help you move your organisation towards HOP or doing safety differently and it is a...

Safety Starts With You - Does it really?

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat about what the saying "Safety starts with you" is implying.

Safety Metrics & Evidence Based Decisions with Dr Matt Hallowell

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Dr Matt Hallowell from the CSRA about metrics and evidence based decisions.

Doing Risk Assessments Differently

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about a different way of doing risk assessments.

Selling Safety with Ken Smith

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Ken Smith about the skills needed for safety professionals to be effective in their roles.

Storytelling to Change Safety Culture

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode you can hear my friend Andy Barker's Presentation that he made at the Community of Human and Organisational Learning Conference ba...

The Evolution of Safety

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share what I gained from Todd Conklin's presentation at the 30th annual Community of Human and Organisational Learning Conferenc...

The Limitations of Learning Teams with Rey Gonzalez

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Rey Gonzalez about the limitations of learning teams as the only method used during an incident investigation.

A Regulator's Perspective with Jim Frederick from OSHA

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Jim Frederick, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for the US Department of Labor (OSHA) about leadership and the importance of...

Enabling Leadership with Kelvin Genn

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Kelvin Genn, one of the founders of Safety Differently and Co-Founder of Art of Work about the style of leader that enabl...

But we're only injuring our subcontractors!

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share an excerpt from my book, Random Noise - Measuring Your Company's Safety Performance and talk about my feelings on the trea...

Good Safety Verses Good Business with Bernie Doyle

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Bernie Doyle, Chairman of the National Safety Council of Australia Foundation about the differences between good safety an...

Diverse Perspectives with Natalee Johnston

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with the Royal Australian Navy's first ever female pilot, Natalee Johnston about her time in a high risk, dynamic, male do...

Why Language Matters with LaRhonda Julien

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with LaRhonda Julien about the importance of language and learning in effective communication.

Takeaways from the 2024 Global Safety Innovation Summit

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I provide some of my key takeaways from the 2024 Global Safety Innovation Summit.

Leaders Verses Managers with Peter Thomas

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Peter Thomas regarding what makes a "Leader" and how that differs from the role of a Manager.

Blame Fixes Nothing with Nicole Zerbel Ivers

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with the Global Head of Safety for Brookfield Properties Logistics Division, Nicole Zerbel Ivers about what is meant by the sta...

S3 E2 - Failing to Fail

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about what it means when you fail to fail and the importance of failing safely.

Your Incident & Injury Rates are nothing but Random Noise

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share an exclusive reading of two excerpts from the book Random Noise - Measuring Your Company's Safety Performance which I co-a...

Approach is Everything with Jake Paringatai

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Jake Paringatai about being a kiwi who is accidentally mistaken for a scaffolder.

Leadership and Learning with Ivan Pupulidy

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Ivan Pupulidy about what it means to continuously be open to learning whilst leading others.

Learning from Every Day Work with Diane Chadwick-Jones

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Diane Chadwick-Jones about ways to learn from every day work.

Personal & Professional Values

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I reflect on times when I have stood by my personal and professional values.

Don't be a Safety Knob with Jeff Lyth

10 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Jeff Lyth about what it means to not be a safety knob.

Effective Safety Professionals with Bobby Cowger

27 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Bobby Cowger about how to be an effective safety professional.

Metrics Matter with Zac Leach

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Zac Leach about all things frequency rates and metrics.

Facilitative Leadership with Nuala Gage

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I speak with Nuala Gage about the meaning of Facilitative Leadership.

Workers and the Choices They "Make"

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about workers and the choices they "make" when it comes to their own safety.

BAD APPLES

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the view of human error known as "bad apples".

Incident Investigation Bias with Ken Madson

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Ken Madson about having bias when conducting incident investigations.

Let Go of Labels with Brian Hughes

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Brian Hughes about root cause analysis and letting go of labels that have been given to you by others.

S#!T That Kills You (STKY) with Matt Compher

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Matt Compher at the 29th Annual Community of Human and Organisational Learning Conference about his creation of S#!t That ...

Building a Community

18 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I reflect on what I think we as Safety Professionals need to do to support each other and build a community.

The future of Human and Organisational Performance (HOP) with James Newman

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with James about all things Human and Organisational Performance (HOP) including what the future might look like.

Health and Safety Representatives with Brent Armitage

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Health and Safety Representative Engagement Lead for Air New Zealand, Brent Armitage about effectively using Health and S...

Learning from Air India Flight 182

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with safety motivational speaker Dan Brown about his personal experience with Air India Flight 182 and the importance of learn...

Speaking In Not Out with Laurin Mooney

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with the Creator of the Speaking In Model, Laurin Mooney about her experiences as an Emergency Department Nurse and Supervisor ...

Human Factors and Road Safety with Russell White

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Russell White, CEO and Founder of the Australian Road Safety Foundation about the impact of human factors on driving and ...

Queensland WHS Professional Prosecution - LIVE Discussion

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I facilitate a thought provoking discussion on the recent case of a former WHS Manager of the Queensland Museum being prosecuted after...

Learning from the Deepwater Horizon Disaster

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about the Deepwater Horizon Disaster and lessons learned that are applicable across all industries.

Can you effectively measure safety culture?

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I question whether or not you can effectively measure an organisation's safety culture.

Silly Safety Slogans

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about why I dislike safety slogans.

A Transport & Logistics Lens with Adam Gibson

26 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Truck Engineer Adam Gibson about what's needed to make the transport and logistic industry safer.

Achieving Operational Excellence with Rob Fisher

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Rob Fisher about where health and safety fits when looking at operational excellence

Risk Washing with Brad Green

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Brad Green about the concept of "risk washing".

Embedding Technology with Cameron Stevens

05 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Cameron Stevens about embedding technology in the health and safety space.

Professional Development

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat about recommended methods for professional development.

Trust & Safety Models

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Psychologist Clive Lloyd about trust and the variety of safety models available to ascribe to for health and safety profes...

The Safety Police

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the term "safety police".

Event Learnings with Southpac International

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Andy Shone, CEO and Adrian Thompson HOPLAB Manager from Southpac International about failings in current incident investig...

Operational Curiousity with Sam Goodman

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode you will hear from Sam Goodman about the importance of being "operationally curious".

Health and Safety Jargon

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I run through some common terms heard in the health and safety industry.

HSE Leadership with Louis Pienaar

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Louis Pienaar, Health and Safety Manager and member of the Welsh Guards regarding what he thinks effective leadership in ...

From Site to Corporate

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode hear me speak about my transition from boots on the ground safety professional to corporate HSE consultant.

HSE Roles with Nektarios Karanikas

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Nektarios Karanikas about the roles and titles of HSE Professionals.

Incentivising HSE Metrics

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I discuss the use of incentives for HSE metrics.

Leadership Support with Ron Harper

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with President/ CEO of JFE Shoji Power - Canada on executive leadership support for Health and Safety.

The Importance of Data with Sean Brady

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Sean Brady about the importance of data when it comes to learning from events.

Supportive Management with Joanne Zaraliakos

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Joanne Zaraliakos about what it is like to have the 100% support of the management team when it comes to health and safet...

Effective HSE Training with Dr. Tristan Casey

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with Dr. Tristan Casey about what it takes to develop and implement effective health and safety training.

Learning Teams with Brent Sutton

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Brent Sutton about Learning Teams.

Celebrating Numbers

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share my experiences with what happens when organisations count their lost time injury or incident free days.

Due Diligence with Alena Titterton

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with the funky Alena Titterton from Clyde and Co. regarding her work in developing the new Due Diligence Index Standard.

Lived Experience with Patrizia Cassiniti

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak to Patrizia Cassiniti about her lived experience and being impacted by a devastating workplace fatality.

Resilience with Amy Livingstone

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Amy Livingstone from Resilient One Global about her work building resilience and building positive team dynamics. 

Incident Investigations

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how to conduct modern incident investigations that don't place blame on the person.

Conflict Management

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I take a look at the art and importance of Conflict Management.

Clinical Burnout with Paul Du Bois

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with the Founder of Appenate about his personal journey with Clinical Burnout.

Mental Health with Darius Boyd

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with rugby league star Darius Boyd about his personal mental health journey - just in time for "R U OK Day?"

Women in Safety Awards with Alanna Ball

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Alanna Ball, founder of Women in Safety about her upcoming awards event and virtual summit.

Empathy

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this short and sharp episode, I examine the importance of empathetic leadership.

Organisational Accountability

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I take an in depth look at the importance of Organisational Accountability

The New View of Safety with Tony McConachie

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Rail Safety Professional Tony McConachie regarding the "new view" of Safety.

Psychosocial Hazards at Work

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I provide a quick overview of the new and recently released model code of practice on Psychosocial Hazards at Work.

Positive Influence

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share some tips on how to be/create a positive influence with your workers.

Psychological Safety with Naomi Armitage

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak with the lovely Naomi Armitage, Director of the Humanology Group around the very now topic of Psychological Safety.

Positive Field Interactions

17 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to have positive field interactions and build rapport with frontline workers.

Resilience

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Effective safety leaders need the ability to bounce back from tough situations so this episode is all about resilience

Robust Conversations

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is about the conversations that are hard to have but need to be had - robust conversations.

The Art of Consultation

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Understand why consultation is critical to implementing positive health and safety change.

The importance of people - Integrity

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode goes into detail around the role integrity plays when it comes to the importance of people.

Leading by Example

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A closer look at how to lead by example.

The 7 Steps to a Positive Safety Culture

05 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode goes into detail around the seven steps you can take to achieve a positive safety culture within your organisation.

Health and Safety Culture

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into what the term health and safety culture means and some recommendations you can take action on to assist you in creating one.

Introduction to Leading Safely

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode will provide a brief overview on the key areas of focus required in order for leaders to be able to lead safely.

Welcome to the Leading Safely Podcast

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Leading Safely Podcast assists individuals at all levels of an organisation to become effective safety leaders.