About this episode

Stephen Buckley discusses the importance of safety in the workplace and shares insights on building a positive safety culture.

In this bonus episode of The Stripped Back Podcast, Stephen Buckley discusses one of the most important topics in any workplace safety.From risk assessments and Safe Work Plans to Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures and electrical safety, Stephen explores why safety is far more than a box-ticking exercise. It's about protecting people, preventing incidents, and ensuring everyone gets home safely at the end of the day.Drawing on his experience within the electrical and facilities management industries, Stephen shares practical insights into building a positive safety culture, recognising hazards, speaking up when something doesn't feel right, and the importance of looking after both physical and mental wellbeing in the workplace. "Most people won't remember the job that finished late, but families will always remember when someone doesn't come home."Whether you're an apprentice, tradesperson, supervisor, manager, or business owner, this episode serves as a reminder that safety isn't paperwork, it's personal. Main Sponsor: Snickers Workwearwww.snickersworkwear.ieRecording Venue: N2 Electrical Wholesalerswww.n2electrical.ie

People in this episode

Host: Stephen Buckley

Topics covered

• workplace safety
• risk assessments
• safety culture
• mental wellbeing
• electrical safety

Keywords

• safety
• workplace
• risk assessments
• Lock Out Tag Out
• electrical safety
• mental wellbeing
• safety culture

Sponsors

Snickers Workwear

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: N2 Electrical Wholesalers

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