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E078_Speaking Up for Safety: Insights from a Survivor of Piper Alpha

November 20, 2024 • Safety Collaborations • Episode 78

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In this episode, our guest, Joe Meanen, shares his powerful and harrowing story of survival from the 1988 Piper Alpha disaster, one of the deadliest industrial accidents in history.

Joe takes us through that fateful night, recounting the chaos, the critical failures that led to the tragedy, and his courageous escape into the North Sea.

His vivid testimony reveals the human cost of systemic safety failures and is a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance, leadership, and communication in high-risk industries.

Joe’s reflections not only honour the lives lost but also highlight lessons that remain vital for organisations striving to create a stronger safety culture today.

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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.

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