In Conversation with The Safety Collaborators
Update: August 2025 by Karin
In Conversation with The Safety Collaborators is now hosted by Karin Ovari, Leadership Coach, Facilitator, and Founder of The Supervisors Hub - a community for Leaders co-created by you.
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Through candid conversations with leaders, practitioners, and thinkers, we explore leadership, communication, and safety culture in high-hazard industries. These discussions share practical insights, lessons learned, and strategies that help build trust, improve communication, and create safer, more effective teams.
Originally produced under Safety Collaborations Limited, the podcast now continues as part of Karin Ovari Limited. While we are not currently releasing new episodes, the entire library remains active — and the topics covered are just as relevant today as when they were recorded.
Whether you are tuning in for the first time or returning for another listen, you will find ideas you can apply immediately in your own leadership and safety culture journey. Learn more at https://karinovari.com.
In Conversation with The Safety Collaborators
E075_What is CARE? The Role of Culture and Risk Evaluation in Safety
Today, we're joined by Eskild Lund Sørensen, Managing Partner at Intactix Systems Inc. and a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in creating sustainable, people-centred safety cultures across diverse, high-risk industries. Eskild introduces us to the CARE Model - Culture and Risk Evaluation - a comprehensive approach that goes beyond checklists and compliance.
Through his unique experiences, from challenging projects in the icy landscapes of Greenland to complex operations in the US, Eskild shares insightful stories about building psychological safety, embracing cultural awareness, and using empathy as a driver for effective risk management.
His journey reveals the real impact of prioritising open communication and practical competency across teams, showing how CARE can transform both safety and operational outcomes.
Whether you're curious about the human side of safety or seeking fresh perspectives for high-stakes environments, this episode offers valuable lessons through Eskild's personal experiences on what it means to cultivate a lasting safety culture.
Tune in to discover how CARE can reshape safety in your industry.
Thanks for listening!
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This episode was produced under Safety Collaborations Limited and now continues as part of Karin Ovari Limited. While we are not currently releasing new episodes, the entire library remains active, and the topics covered are just as relevant today as when they were first recorded.
To learn more about my current work in leadership and communication, visit karinovari.com and the leadership community, The Supervisors Hub.
Connect with us on LinkedIn: Karin Ovari, Nuala Gage,
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