Women in Safety Podcast

About Women in Safety Podcast

A podcast designed to connect the safety profession through conversation and inspiration.

Publisher

Women in Safety Podcast

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Feb 2023

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

136 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Safety Unpacked with Amy Morris - Influence Without Authority

   Safety Influence: Is Getting Agreement Enough? Safety professionals are often expected to influence decisions without having the authority to make them. But what actually makes that influence effective? In this episode of Safety Unpacked, Alanna Ball and Amy Morris unpack research into how safety professionals try to influence managers, comparing the tactics professionals use with managers' perceptions of their effectiveness. They explore why rational persuasion, using evidence, reasoning and practical examples, may be more effective than relying on legislation, policies and formal authority alone. The conversation also challenges a common assumption: that a manager agreeing with safety advice necessarily means the message has influenced their decisions or behaviour. The discussion looks at the role of trust, organisational culture and competing business priorities, alongside the responsibility safety professionals carry to provide sound advice and the accountability managers retain for operational decisions. From production pressures to psychosocial risks, Alanna and Amy consider what it means to translate technical and legal knowledge into practical business decisions, and why understanding the outcome you want is essential before choosing how to influence it. Episode Highlights What research reveals about the influence tactics used by safety professionals and how managers perceive them Why rational persuasion, supported by evidence and reasoning, may be more effective than relying on rules and legislation alone The difference between gaining agreement and genuinely influencing decisions or behaviour How trust, organisational culture and competing priorities can affect a safety professional's ability to influence Why understanding the reasons behind resistance matters when choosing an influence strategy How to translate safety and risk information into practical business decisions The distinction between providing competent safety advice and having the authority to implement a decision How these challenges apply to psychosocial risks and organisational obligations Why the real test of influence may be what people do when the safety professional is not in the room Influence is more than getting someone to agree with you in a meeting. For safety professionals, it means understanding what needs to change, making a clear and credible case, and recognising the organisational factors that shape decisions. It also means understanding where their responsibility ends and where the accountability of decision-makers begins. Technical knowledge and an understanding of legislation are essential. But applying that knowledge in ways that help people make better decisions is another important part of safety expertise. The challenge is not simply to make the case for safety. It is to understand whether that case is changing what happens next. Stay connected with Women in Safety Website www.womeninsafety.net (http://www.womeninsafety.net) Visit the website for upcoming events, programs, and community updates, and subscribe to the newsletter to stay informed throughout the year. Instagram www.instagram.com/womeninsafety (http://www.instagram.com/womeninsafety) Follow along for conversations, community highlights, and insights from women across the health and safety profession. Become an Empowered Member www.womeninsafety.net/empoweredmembers (http://www.womeninsafety.net/empoweredmembers) Explore Empowered Membership to access deeper learning opportunities, exclusive events, and meaningful connection within the Women in Safety community.

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Fatigue, Shifts and Changing Lanes with Audra Starkey

   Shift Work, Fatigue and Health: Are We Preparing People Properly? Shift work asks a lot of the human body. But are workers given the knowledge and support they need to manage its impact on their health and performance? In this episode, Audra Starkey draws on more than 20 years of experience in aviation shift work to explore the often-overlooked demands of working outside conventional hours. From sleep and circadian rhythms to nutrition and recovery, the conversation examines what happens when work schedules conflict with the body's natural biological patterns. Audra also explores the gap between what people expect shift work to involve and what it actually demands. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding circadian rhythms, the role of chrononutrition in managing eating patterns around shift work, and why effective fatigue management requires more than asking workers to take responsibility for their own well-being. Organisational support, appropriate training and realistic recovery time all play a part in helping shift workers protect their health and perform safely. Episode Highlights The difference between the perceived demands of shift work and its actual impact on the body Why workers need a better understanding of the biological effects of shift work How circadian rhythms influence sleep, alertness and recovery The role of chrononutrition and meal timing in shift work health The physical and mental health considerations associated with shift work Why recovery time needs to be considered in roster and workload planning The responsibility organisations have in supporting fatigue management How better training and organisational support may help improve retention in shift-based roles Managing shift work involves more than getting through a roster and catching up on sleep when the opportunity arises. Workers need to understand how shift work affects their bodies, but organisations also need to recognise the demands involved and provide appropriate training, support and opportunities for recovery. For safety professionals and leaders, this means looking beyond individual fatigue management strategies and considering how rosters, working conditions and organisational expectations influence health and performance. Because fatigue management should not depend entirely on how well an individual copes. It should also consider how well the organisation supports them. Stay connected with Women in Safety Website www.womeninsafety.net (http://www.womeninsafety.net) Visit the website for upcoming events, programs, and community updates, and subscribe to the newsletter to stay informed throughout the year. Instagram www.instagram.com/womeninsafety (http://www.instagram.com/womeninsafety) Follow along for conversations, community highlights, and insights from women across the health and safety profession. Become an Empowered Member www.womeninsafety.net/empoweredmembers (http://www.womeninsafety.net/empoweredmembers) Explore Empowered Membership to access deeper learning opportunities, exclusive events, and meaningful connection within the Women in Safety community.

3. 

   5 Oct 2026

   First Aid in Agriculture with Joanna Bone

   Making Safety Training Work for Rural and Remote Agriculture Safety training looks very different when the nearest help may be a long way away. In this episode, Alanna speaks with Joanna Bone about her journey from agriculture and nursing into safety training, and what those experiences have taught her about the realities of keeping people safe in rural and remote workplaces. Jo shares insights into the safety challenges faced by people working in agriculture, including the practical realities of remote work, emergency response and providing first aid when immediate support may not be close by. The conversation also explores safety culture, human factors and why industry-specific training matters. Jo discusses innovative approaches to first aid training in agriculture and the importance of building confidence and competence so people have the skills to respond when something goes wrong. With experience working across Queensland, the Northern Territory and New South Wales, Jo also shares her perspective on what the agricultural sector needs from safety training and where it could go next. Episode Highlights Jo's journey from agriculture and nursing into safety training Why safety training needs to reflect the realities of the industry it serves The unique safety challenges of rural and remote workplaces How distance and isolation can affect emergency response The role of safety culture and human factors in agricultural workplaces Why confidence and competence matter when providing first aid in remote environments Innovative approaches to first aid training for the agricultural sector What industry insights can tell us about the changing needs of agriculture The future of safety training and what the agricultural sector actually needs Safety training is only useful if it prepares people for the situations they may actually face. For people working in rural and remote agriculture, that can mean preparing for emergencies where help is not immediately available and where the environment, work and risks are very different from those found in more traditional workplaces. Jo's experience highlights the value of listening to industry and designing training around real needs, rather than simply delivering a standard solution. Because making agriculture safer is not just about providing training. It's about making sure people have the knowledge, confidence and capability to use it when it matters. Stay connected with Women in Safety Website www.womeninsafety.net (http://www.womeninsafety.net) Visit the website for upcoming events, programs, and community updates, and subscribe to the newsletter to stay informed throughout the year. Instagram www.instagram.com/womeninsafety (http://www.instagram.com/womeninsafety) Follow along for conversations, community highlights, and insights from women across the health and safety profession. Become an Empowered Member www.womeninsafety.net/empoweredmembers (http://www.womeninsafety.net/empoweredmembers) Explore Empowered Membership to access deeper learning opportunities, exclusive events, and meaningful connection within the Women in Safety community.

Who has been a guest on Women in Safety Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Leah Selfe
• Ashleigh Bouttell
• Amy McKie
• Lucy Skelton

Reach and audience

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Spotify

4.6 / 5

17 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

94

YouTube

0

Engagement

77

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