Humanising Safety: A Four-Step Approach - Hardcover

by Tim D'Ath (Author)

The world of safety for professionals can often be unclear. In an industry that divides the safety world into one of two camps, either traditional or contemporary safety, the lack of knowledge propagates through books, publications, podcasts, social media, and conferences, leaving safety professionals feeling more muddled than informed.

Author Biography

Tim D'Ath is a senior safety executive and people leader in Melbourne, Australia. He has more than 15 years of experience leading high-performing teams in both corporate and high-risk operational environments. Prior to this, Tim spent ten years as a construction worker, mobile plant operator, offshore oil rig roustabout, deckhand, and trade assistant. His experience in frontline worker roles has directly shaped his approach to working as a safety professional, acknowledging the skills, experience, and perspectives of frontline workers in the development of safety programs. He specialises in the psychology of safety with extensive experience implementing contemporary safety approaches and psychosocial well-being strategies, and developing health and safety governance frameworks across complex matrix structures. He has worked in diverse industries including construction, maritime, aviation, and utilities, applying humanistic safety approaches in highly regulated work environments.