BIC Consolidated: Building a Safety Culture

𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟰 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵: 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹𝘀 As we reach the final week of #𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, the focus is on an often-overlooked part of effective risk management which is reviewing control measures. Controls are only effective if they continue to work as planned. Regularly reviewing and improving these measures ensures that your workplace remains safe and that risks stay properly managed and, please don’t wait until something goes wrong. We have shared Safe Work Australia’s latest post below, which highlights this important step in the risk management process and offers practical guidance as National Safe Work Month wraps up. Please take a moment to read their post, reflect on how your organisation reviews its controls, and finish the month strong with safe practices in place - every job, every day. PeopleVision Gina Nardone Tori Phoenix Melanie Conroy #SafeWorkMonth

🔹 Reviewing Control Measures - Turning Compliance into Confidence 🔹 Safe Work Australia’s Week 4 Safe Work Month focus is all about reviewing controls - because having safety measures in place is only part of the job. Another key part is making sure they remain fit for purpose. At 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐓, we know that effective safety management means regular checks, maintenance, and technical support. That’s why we’ve created practical tools to make reviews easier: 🟡 Cabinet Audit Checklists – step-by-step guides to ensure Dangerous Goods Cabinets are compliant with relevant Standards. 🟡 Shower & Eyewash Audit Checklists – weekly and annual maintenance checklists aligned with AS4775 to verify performance and readiness. 🟡 Installation & Maintenance Guides – technical references by class, helping you select, install, and maintain compliant storage and emergency response equipment. 🛑 And we don’t stop at documents. We actively partner with our trusted distributors and customers to: ✔️ Provide technical support and product selection guidance. ✔️ Share expertise to embed safer practices on site. ✔️ Assist with site assessments. At 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐓, we’re more than an equipment supplier - we’re your trusted advisor. #SafeWorkMonth #HierarchyOfControls #WorkplaceSafety #RiskManagement #PrattSafety #ComplianceMatters #PIPANZ

Let's be honest: How often can we truly eliminate a core operational risk? The traditional Hierarchy of Controls puts elimination at the top, but as Crystal Danbury (CFIOSH) (Director of Group Safety at Sainsbury's) pointed out in our recent webinar, the reality on the ground is different. Most of a health and safety leader's work focuses on mitigation, and we rarely have open conversations about risk acceptance – even though it's embedded in the concept of 'reasonably practicable'. Crystal's frustration with this disconnect led her to develop a more dynamic framework: The 3 Strands of Safety, focused on Identifying, Understanding, and then Accepting, Mitigating, or Removing risk. It’s a modern approach that moves beyond the theoretical limitations of the old model. If you're looking for a framework that reflects how work actually gets done, this conversation is essential viewing. You can watch the full recording on ecoPortal's website. #SafetyLeadership #RiskManagement #HierarchyOfControls #SafetyCulture #HSE #Frameworks #ecoPortal

In workplaces across the region, one challenge echoes everywhere: 🗣️ “The system’s there, but it doesn’t reflect how we actually work” In this insightful feature, Alanna Ball, Principal Consultant at The Safety Team, explores how risk management must evolve—from being a compliance checklist to a human-focused framework that truly reflects real-world work. From recognising psychosocial risks to designing tools that make sense on the ground, Alanna shows how progress in safety starts with a simple truth: put people first. 👉 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eCj92ijp _ #WSHAsia #WorkplaceSafety #PeopleFirst #SafetyCulture #RiskManagement #OSHProfessionals #SafetyLeadership #HumanCentredDesign #TheSafetyTeam #emagazine #aug2025issue #awards #chemical #safety #onlinemagazine #wsh #osh #safety #oshfigure #oshexperts #RiskManagement #PPE

Safe Work Month – Week 4: Monitor Controls | As we wrap up Safe Work Month, Star Group teams are focusing on the final step in the risk management cycle: Monitoring Controls. Even the best safety measures need regular checks. Weather, wear and tear, or changes on site can affect how well they work and how safe we stay. By staying alert and acting quickly when things change, we ensure the systems we rely on continue to protect every person on site. This final step brings our month-long focus full circle. Throughout October, we’ve revisited the fundamentals of the risk management cycle:  🔹 Week 1: Identify Hazards  🔹 Week 2: Assess Risks  🔹 Week 3: Control Risks  🔹 Week 4: Monitor Controls Through Toolbox Talks, site conversations, and shared experiences, our teams have strengthened Star Group's safety culture, not just for the month, but for every day moving forward. Safety is a daily commitment, not just for October. If something doesn't feel right, speak up. Think Safe. Act Safe. Home Safe. #SafeWorkMonth #WorkplaceSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyCulture

This Safe Work Month, BMD is building on our culture, strengthening our focus on critical risk management with Full Power Safety. With feedback from over 1,500 ideas shared by our people through our Clear the Clutter campaign, we’ve introduced new behavioural practices, clear safety fundamentals and simplified frameworks that remove clutter and strengthen the systems that protect every person on site. BMD Chief Executive Officer Scott Power says: “Safety has always been at the heart of who we are. Through Full Power Safety, we’re taking a sharper, more disciplined approach to managing critical risk… giving our people the clarity and confidence to make the right calls.” Full Power Safety is about preventing life-changing harm, supporting safe decisions in the field and empowering everyone on site. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gcHEZvzQ

How to Build a Strong Safety Culture Within Your Team A strong safety culture isn’t built overnight, it’s shaped by consistent actions, trust, and shared responsibility. When teams feel confident to speak up, report hazards, and look out for each other, safety becomes second nature, not just a checklist item. At WHS Rescue, we help businesses create workplaces where people feel safe, supported, and empowered to make a difference every day. ✅ Practical safety systems ✅ Tailored WHS training & inductions ✅ Site-specific risk management plans Let’s make safety a shared mindset, not a rulebook. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gaVCPjPw #WHSRescue #SafetyCulture #WorkplaceSafety #TeamSafety #RiskManagement #WHSCompliance #SafetyLeadership

October marks National Safe Work Month 2025, an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to safer, healthier workplaces across Australia. This year’s theme, “Safety: Every job, every day,” reminds us that safety is not just a priority, it’s a shared responsibility. Throughout the month, Safe Work Australia is spotlighting the fundamentals of risk management: - Week 1: Identifying hazards - Week 2: Assessing risks - Week 3: Implementing controls - Week 4: Reviewing effectiveness As someone who works closely with teams across construction, transport and infrastructure, I’ve seen how strong leadership and clear communication can elevate safety from a checklist to a culture. This October, I’ll be sharing practical insights and tools to support risk-based thinking and proactive engagement. Let’s use this month to start conversations, challenge assumptions, and build environments where every worker feels supported and protected. #SafeWorkMonth #SafetyLeadership #RiskManagement #WorkplaceWellbeing #SafetyCulture #NationalSafeWorkMonth #AustraliaSafety  

In Week 1 of National Safe Work Month, we looked at the importance of identifying hazards. This week, we move to Step 2: Assess the risks. A risk assessment helps us understand: ✔️ How severe a risk is ✔️ Whether current control measures are effective ✔️ What action needs to be taken ✔️ How urgently action is required Risk assessments can be simple – like a discussion or a Take 5 – or more detailed, using tools such as SWMSs or professional techniques. In complex cases, seeking expert advice can make all the difference. By assessing risks, Boulevard Group ensure hazards are not only identified but understood, so the right steps can be taken to keep every workplace safe. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-uNMHb7 #NationalSafeWorkMonth #WorkplaceSafety #EveryJobEveryDay #SafetyFirst #WHS #HealthAndSafety #SafeWork #SafetyCulture Safe Work Australia