Heuristics are an important topic in Social Psychology of Risk (SPoR), it helps us to understand how people think and move away from Brain Centrism. You can find it in the SPoR BoK under the Gut bubble. HB 327 also discusses Heuristics in relation to Risk. I believe that this is one of the … [Read more...] about Conversation with….. Gerd Gigerenzer
Update: Free Introduction to SPoR Methods
We are having a great response to the SPoR Methods Workshop so far. But I am getting some questions which I think I should be able to answer here. Q: I am not available on the 1st of February. A: Email me and we can arrange a different time. Q: I would like my Team to have a … [Read more...] about Update: Free Introduction to SPoR Methods
Free Introduction to SPoR Methods
The Centre for Leadership and Learning in Risk (CLLR) and Risk Diversity is holding Introduction to SPoR Methods on the 1st of February 2024. There will be and Australia/Pacific, Americas and Europe/Africa time slots, details below. This is a pre-requisite for all SPoR Courses. This will … [Read more...] about Free Introduction to SPoR Methods
Safety is an Outcome
SPOR understands Safety as an Archetype, https://safetyrisk.net/understanding-safety-as-an-archetype/ and an outcome. It is an important distinction, as we often see practioners trying to personify themselves as Safety. https://safetyrisk.net/safety-is-not-a-person-safety-as-an-archetype/ … [Read more...] about Safety is an Outcome
Double Down Diamonds- Culture and the AIHS
Back on the 7th of December I wrote a blog https://safetyrisk.net/diamonds-are-safetys-best-friend/ On the 15th of December the AIHS announced ‘ our newest partner in championing workplace safety’ Milwaukee who had already been questioned about their manufacturing practices … [Read more...] about Double Down Diamonds- Culture and the AIHS
Understanding Culture Differently
Any approach that seeks an understanding of culture requires a sophisticated sense of ‘knowing’ because, culture in itself cannot be defined or controlled like some would like. Indeed, in seeking to define (and control) Culture one already reduces it by a method of reductionism. That is, culture … [Read more...] about Understanding Culture Differently
Diamonds are Safety’s Best Friend!
The AIHS yesterday were thrilled to announce their new Diamond Sponsor! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diamonds_Are_Forever_(film) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diamonds_Are_a_Girl's_Best_Friend https://www.tiffany.com.au/jewelry/shop/diamond-jewelry/ … [Read more...] about Diamonds are Safety’s Best Friend!
AI Priorities and The Creation of Psychosocial Harm
An article appeared today (https://www.thenewdaily.com.au/life/tech/2023/12/04/bunnings-ai-chatbot) on how Bunnings, part of the Wesfarmers group, who also own Coles, Kmart, Officeworks and Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety brands, interviews potential candidates. The articles states: ‘People … [Read more...] about AI Priorities and The Creation of Psychosocial Harm
Safety You Can Drink
While going to lunch with a client last week I was startled by a promotion they had for a new drink, yes you are seeing right, called ‘Safety’. I kid you not! Apparently 75% of Australians go to work Dehydrated, but Safety can do the following: ‘SAFETY Is your solution to long, hot … [Read more...] about Safety You Can Drink
Practical and Positive Methods to Tackle Risk – Free Workshop
This last week gone has seen the 23rd Congress of Safety and Health at the Workplace held in Sydney with over 3500 people attending. Great. There were over 240 presenters with a bunch of stuff going on https://safety2023sydney.com/programme which is what you would expect at a world … [Read more...] about Practical and Positive Methods to Tackle Risk – Free Workshop
