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In Conversation with The Safety Collaborators

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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.

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E077_Empowering Employees in Safety: Why Engagement Matters More Than Ever

November 06, 2024 • Safety Collaborations • Episode 77

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In this episode, Karin and Nuala are joined by Lara Barlow, Chief Operations Officer at Empact Group, to discuss the foundations of a resilient safety culture. They explore how empowering employees to speak up, ask questions and share insights can lead to meaningful safety improvements, particularly in high-risk industries. With real-life examples and a focus on listening, curiosity and inclusive practices, this conversation reveals how organisations can build trust and adaptability from the ground up. Tune in to discover how genuine empowerment can make a difference in every layer of an organisation’s safety approach.

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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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