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Safety Legends
About this book
Have you ever wondered about the faces behind Australia's safety industry? Who are the visionaries shaping the landscape of protection and security across many industries? Safety Legends invites you on a compelling journey to unravel the stories of those who have dedicated their lives to safeguarding the wellbeing of others.
Based on interviews from the Australian Health and Safety Podcast, dive into the pages of this captivating book to find answers and learn more about the
personalities. Through meticulously researched narratives, discover the pivotal moments and previously untold tales that define the legacies of these safety pioneers. Explore the passion, innovation, and unwavering commitment that have propelled these individuals to the forefront of Australia's safety consciousness. This entertaining and informative book contains:
- 40 short, easy-to-read stories
- groundbreaking innovations in workplace safety
- transformative initiatives across diverse industries
- personal stories and motivations driving safety excellence.
Safety Legends is a compelling ode to those who have shaped the safety landscape, inviting readers to reflect on the profound impact one person can have on the collective of a nation. Every shared story can make an impact. Engaging, enlightening and empowering, this book is a must-read for anyone passionate about the evolution of safety practices in Australia.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents
- Foreword: Powering safety through education, by Adam Goodes
- 1. Educating about ocean dangers through a popular TV show, Bondi Rescue
- 2. Alert but not alarmed: A career in safety
- 3. The power of second chances: giving ex-offenders a fresh start
- 4. When an avoidable accident inspires a business
- 5. Empowering individuals and organisations through training modules
- 6. Safeguarding lives with Australia’s most successful asbestos awareness program
- 7. Empowering Australia’s disadvantaged children through education
- 8. Riding the big waves to heal people living with PTSD
- 9. Cultivating mindfulness: how meditation can create a more productive workplace
- 10. Two tragic accidents lead to a powerful message on workplace safety
- 11. Enhancing workplace performance with sleep management
- 12. Uncovering hidden risks to create safer working environments
- 13. Connecting online with professionals to share the importance of safety
- 14. A professional surfer’s near-death experience inspires others to build resilience in times of need
- 15. Embracing the call of workplace safety by creating the Hunter Safety Awards
- 16. Providing high-quality training courses to companies and individuals
- 17. Protecting businesses against the risk of workplace accidents and incidents
- 18. Launching a nationally recognised course to expose the dangers of silica exposure
- 19. Leading the way in health and safety professional development
- 20. When a near-death experience leads to saving other lives
- 21. A safe environment for Australia’s biggest music festivals
- 22. Focusing on wellbeing increases chances of success in life
- 23. It’s important we begin addressing mental health in the workplace
- 24. Now is the best time to start a career in safety
- 25. From crisis to hope: an inspiring journey towards mental health advocacy
- 26. Being the positive voice in a dark world
- 27. A one-stop shop for employers to understand what’s new in workplace health and safety
- 28. Creating safe and more efficient construction sites
- 29. From army life to training civilians: a journey of health and safety
- 30. Creating a safe space for men to reconnect with themselves
- 31. A passion for fire and medical response led to one of Australia’s biggest training providers
- 32. Preventing workplace incidents by providing innovative and cost-effective equipment
- 33. Tougher WHS penalties for business owners
- 34. Documenting the positive impact of meditation on a small town
- 35. An outside person can help you see the bigger picture
- 36. Introducing better work systems to protect contractors
- 37. Providing interactive safety and mental health training modules for workplaces
- 38. Turning a panic attack into a book
- 39. Awareness and support for those living with prostate cancer
- 40. Celebrating safety-focused initiatives!