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We flip safety’s script from blame to learning and lay out a practical model for just culture that blends accountability with compassion. Two case studies show how fixing systems cuts harm, boosts reporting, and builds trust without letting reckless behavior slide.

• why blame shuts down reporting and learning
• symptoms of blame culture across teams and leadership
• definition of just culture and its balance of fairness and accountability
• differentiating human error, at‑risk behavior and reckless behavior
• leadership behaviors that create psychological safety
• manufacturing case: redesigning guards and targets to cut jams
• decision tree for fair, consistent post‑incident responses
• healthcare case: label redesign, backup scanning and stronger reporting
• five practices to embed learning into daily work
• a 48‑hour challenge to start culture change now

If today's episode flips a switch for you, do two things. Share it with someone who starts it up with who did it. Subscribe and review. It helps more leaders move from blame to learning.

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Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) has been around for decades, credited with reducing incidents and shifting focus onto frontline actions. In today's evolving workplaces, some question whether BBS still fits--or if it unintentionally reinforces blame culture. In this episode of Safety on Purpose, we unpack where BBS came from, why it's under fire, and what needs to evolve for it to remain effective. We'll explore how modern safety culture demands more than observation checklists--and how integrating trust, context, and human factors can transform BBS. into a tool for engagement rather. than compliance.

If you've ever wondered whether BBS is outdated or how to adapt it for today's workforce -- this. conversation is for you.

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In this Mentor Moments bonus episode of Safety on Purpose, we dive into one of the most overloaded skills in leadership and safety--listening. Too often, leaders focus on proving their point or being "right", but real influence comes from making people feel heard. We'll explore why listening builds trust, how it strengthens culture, and practical ways you can shift from correcting to connecting.

This bite-sized episode is packed with wisdom for safety professionals and leaders who want to create impact beyond compliance.

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The world of work is changing faster than ever - and safety leadership has to change with it. In this episode of Safety on Purpose, we explore why the future of safety leadership can't look like the past. From shifting workplace expectations and generational turnover to the rise of AI, real-time data, and a growing focus on mental health, today's safety leaders are navigating challenges unlike any before.

We'll talk about why culture has to evolve, how trust becomes the most valuable currency, and what it really means to lead people -- not just policies-- in a complex, uncertain world. If you've ever wondered what it takes to not just keep up, but to set the standard for the next era of safety, this episode is for you.

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In this Mentor Moments bonus episode, we take a step back from rules, regulations, and procedures to focus on something deeper—the why behind safety. Drawing from personal experiences and lessons learned, we explore how finding your true purpose can transform the way you approach protecting people. From connecting with your core values to inspiring others through your example, this episode will help you move beyond compliance and into a mindset of genuine care and commitment.

Whether you’re a seasoned safety professional or just starting your journey, this conversation will remind you that safety isn’t just a job—it’s a calling.

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In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest leadership traps—confusing control with guidance. Whether you’re leading a team in the field, managing a project, or mentoring individuals, the way you influence people can either inspire growth or shut it down. We’ll break down the key differences between coaching—empowering people to make better decisions—and controlling—micromanaging their every move. You’ll hear real-world examples, practical strategies, and a few hard truths about why control often backfires and how a coaching mindset can unlock your team’s full potential.

If you’ve ever wondered how to motivate without smothering, guide without dictating, and lead without losing trust, this episode is for you.

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In our inaugural episode, we explore the difference between compliance-based safety and genuine safety culture. Moving beyond box-checking requires building trust, focusing on relationships, and creating environments where people follow safety practices because they believe in them, not because they're being watched.

• The compliance zone feels safe but often misses what truly drives behavior
• Safety culture is how people behave when no one is watching, not what's in the manual
• Your culture is shaped more by what you tolerate than what you promote
• The three pillars of safety culture: trust, accountability, and learning
• Checkbox safety creates an illusion of control rather than genuine risk reduction
• Trust is the foundation that turns safety rules into safety behaviors
• Leaders build trust through psychological safety, consistency, and empathy
• Culture always wins—when people make safe choices even without supervision

Let's lead with purpose, build trust before checklists, and remember safety isn't something we enforce, it's something we live.

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Welcome to Safety on Purpose — the podcast where safety and leadership go deeper than checklists and compliance. Hosted by Joe Garcia, this show is built for safety professionals, frontline leaders, and change-makers who believe that culture, connection, and communication matter just as much as procedures.

Hosted by: Joe Garcia, Safety Leader & Culture Advocate
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Safety on Purpose

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