My articles on leaders’ choices and their consequences for safety at work.
Each year, nearly three million people die worldwide as a result of occupational accidents and work-related illnesses. This alarming statistic from the International Labour Organization (ILO), published in 2024, represents a 12 % increase since 2000. It shows…
In workplace environments, particularly those with high operational risks, errors and failures are often viewed as something to be avoided at all costs. However, a new perspective is emerging that views these incidents not as unforgivable failures, but as…
In a solid safety culture, it's essential to recognize that people are not just employees fulfilling professional routines, but citizens who carry values, experiences, and responsibilities beyond company walls. The impact of a safe environment transcends…
Optimism is often celebrated as a virtue in organizations. "Think positive," they say. "Believe it will work out." However, there is a dangerous type of optimism that I call "the ignorance of optimism": the unfounded belief that complex activities will be…
I'm here to denounce something that needs to be addressed. When we look at accident data in Latin America and other developing countries, we notice a worrying trend: the numbers are high, significant, and, above all, revealing. These numbers aren't just…
The Importance of Self-Responsibility for Security Professionals in the Face of Different Levels of Safety Culture Maturity Workplace safety is a fundamental pillar for the success and sustainability of organizations. However, the effectiveness of safety…
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