The Safety Guru
Real leaders leave a legacy. They capture the hearts and minds of their teams. Their origin story puts the safety and wellbeing of their people first. Great companies ubiquitously have safe yet productive operations. For those companies, Safety is an investment, not a cost for the C-Suite. It’s a real topic of daily focus. The SAFETY GURU with host Eric Michrowski, a globally recognized Ops & Safety Guru, public speaker and author explores through leader interviews how to leave a safety legacy. Your legacy success story begins now.
Episodes
In recognition of World Mental Health Day, we present a powerful and timely conversation with our returning special guest, Beverly Beuermann-King, a seasoned expert in workplace mental health. Beverly shares her insights on two critical threats to workplace safety and well-being today: toxicity in the workplace and the importance of self-care for leaders. She explores real examples of toxic workplaces and offers actionable strategi...
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We welcome back Brandon Williams, former fighter pilot and seasoned expert in human factors and safety leadership, for another profound episode of The Safety Guru that you won’t want to miss! In this intriguing conversation, we explore The Debrief Culture, a powerful approach rooted in the debriefing method and mindset of elite fighter pilots that transforms organizational performance and builds a culture of continuous improvement....
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September 4, 2025 • 32 mins
How do you energize your safety programs to be effective, engaging, and inspire action with lasting real impact? Join us for a dynamic conversation with Michael Melnik, owner and president of The Energized Approach®, as he shares how safety programs can be reimagined to be more sustainable, fun, and meaningful. With decades of experience helping organizations “energize” their workplaces, Michael introduces the 10 energy sources—the...
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August 21, 2025 • 31 mins
Discover how to keep your workplace safer, stronger, and more in control—one smart move at a time. In this engaging and informative episode of The Safety Guru, we welcome Robert Pater, founder of MoveSMART®. Robert brings a unique perspective, blending martial arts principles with cutting-edge safety and ergonomics to explore how internalizing mental and physical safety practices can elevate your safety culture. Drawing on decades ...
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August 7, 2025 • 38 mins
Join us for a deeply moving episode of The Safety Guru as we welcome Jacqueline Quinlivan, who courageously shares her story of unimaginable loss and the lasting ripple effects that followed. In 2018, Jacqueline’s husband, Lyndon, lost his life in a completely preventable workplace incident. Since that tragic day, Jacqueline has transformed her grief into a powerful mission—advocating for safer workplaces so that no one else has to...
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In this unforgettable episode of The Safety Guru, we’re joined by Dave Sanderson, a survivor of US Airways Flight 1549, widely known as The Miracle on the Hudson. Dave takes us behind the scenes of that extraordinary day in 2009, when the plane crash-landed into the freezing Hudson River and every passenger made it out alive. He shares what it truly means to step up under pressure and help others stay safe in urgent, high-stakes si...
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July 10, 2025 • 31 mins
Join us on The Safety Guru for a thought-provoking conversation with Dr Paul Salmon, professor and seasoned expert in applied human factors and systems science research. In this insightful episode, Paul breaks down how interconnected systems and both direct and indirect decision-making impact safety outcomes, and how every individual plays a role. He also explains the difference between the old and new views of safety, sharing real...
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What can safety leaders learn from the football field? In this high-energy and captivating episode of The Safety Guru, we’re joined by Dan Comiskey, a former Canadian Football League star turned safety leadership expert. Dan shares powerful leadership lessons learned under the stadium lights to inspire a winning safety culture. He brings to life what it means to lead by example and foster a culture grounded in accountability and ca...
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We're thrilled to welcome back Dr. David Hofmann for another compelling and thought-provoking episode of The Safety Guru! In this episode, Dave dives into his latest groundbreaking research: "Out of Sight, Out of Mind: How High-Level Construals Can Decrease the Ethical Framing of Risk-Mitigating Behavior." He explores how psychological distance, an often-overlooked barrier, can influence perceptions, increase risk, and lead to unsa...
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In this inspiring and unforgettable episode, Alan Mallory shares his remarkable journey to the summit of Mount Everest, unpacking countless connections to workplace safety and powerful leadership lessons gained with every step toward the peak. Drawing from his record-setting ascent, Alan reveals how to confront blind spots, overcome complacency, and navigate adversity to safely reach the summit of the world’s highest mountain with ...
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Join us for a compelling conversation with Trish Kerin, an award-winning international expert in process safety leadership, as she explores the concept of weak signals—those subtle early warnings that often go unnoticed until it’s too late. In this insightful episode, Trish introduces The Platypus Philosophy®, a powerful and memorable metaphor that provides a framework for identifying and managing weak signals in the workplace. She...
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It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're thrilled to welcome Beverly Beuermann-King to the show! With over 25 years of experience helping organizations build strong, resilient teams, Beverly brings a wealth of wisdom on what it truly means to lead with care. She shares powerful insights on fostering a culture of both physical and psychological safety, addressing workplace toxicity, and emphasizing the importance of supportive ...
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Drawing from his extensive experience in high-performance aviation, Captain Ian Hollingworth joins The Safety Guru to share powerful insights on aviation learnings and human factors. In this engaging episode, Ian brings riveting real-world case studies to life and explores how key aviation principles can be applied to safety-critical industries. He also unpacks three essential elements of human factors that are vital to improving s...
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In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, we’re privileged to feature a special episode with Dr. Nicholas Mabbott, a seasoned fatigue risk management specialist, packed with actionable takeaways and groundbreaking insights. Dr. Nick shares the science behind sleep, health, and fatigue—and their significant impact on road safety. Backed by science and solid research, he emphasizes the importance of getting quality sleep ...
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In this episode of The Safety Guru, we welcome Dr. Nektarios Karanikas, Associate Professor in the Health, Safety, and Environment discipline at Queensland University of Technology. He shares enlightening insights from his recently published research on "Redefining Health, Risk, and Safety" and explores their interconnectedness. Dr. Karanikas emphasizes the importance of leaders recognizing that safety is a duty, actively engaging ...
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In this must-listen episode, Andrew Moore-Ede, a global expert in Fatigue Risk Management, shares groundbreaking insights on tackling fatigue in the workplace. Andrew uncovers the root causes of fatigue, reveals objective tools for proactively measuring and mitigating it, and explains how optimizing shifts can enhance safety and productivity. His actionable insights not only protect your team but also boost well-being, reduce opera...
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February 20, 2025 • 37 mins
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with John Richardson as we explore how post-incident insights can drive meaningful safety improvements. John shares key components of productive fact-finding conversations and highlights the importance of fostering a learning culture built on openness and transparency for effective root cause analysis. Tune in to discover transformative strategies to prevent future incidents, enhance saf...
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"Curiosity is the number one tool a safety professional should have." In this compelling episode, we welcome Kelvin Genn, a seasoned leader with decades of experience across diverse industries. Kelvin shares his valuable insights on how leaders can bridge the gap between the boardroom and the frontline by fostering a culture of curiosity, unlocking the power of inquiry to ask better questions, and empowering their teams. He details...
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January 23, 2025 • 30 mins
How can we make today better than yesterday? Join us for a compelling conversation with Becky Ray, an expert who empowers leaders to create high-performance cultures in high-risk industries. Becky introduces her unique framework, the 5-Layer Culture Cake—a proven recipe for achieving tangible safety outcomes. She walks us through each “slice” of the framework, offering bite-sized strategies to build a high-performing culture and dr...
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Start the year with our New Year special episode of The Safety Guru featuring returning guests Theo Venter and Ken Roberts. With a combined 70 years of industrial work experience, this dynamic duo brings powerful insights and perspectives to help unlock your emotional connection to safety and implement strategies that truly stick. Tune in for practical tips, compelling stories, and actionable strategies to elevate your safety cultu...
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