2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo Panel Covers Leader Behaviors
Speaker John Austin addressed how safety leaders can more effectively achieve change.
- By Robert Yaniz Jr.
- Oct 25, 2023
The 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo features a wide variety of discussions. But one such panel offered a close look at the leadership strategies that prove most effective in workplace safety.
Held on Wednesday, Oct. 25, "Getting Results: Leader Behaviors that Deliver Improvements in Safety and Operations" turned the attention over to the critical role leaders play in producing tangible improvements in both safety and operational outcomes across diverse industries.
The featured speaker, John Austin, a managing consultant at Reaching Results, brought his expertise to the panel discussion, moderated by David Hunyar, safety director at ARCO/Murray Corporate Services. From years of scientific research and scholarly work in behavioral science, Austin outlined evidence-based strategies leaders can employ to drive rapid and lasting change.
Austin's presentation emphasized a series of behaviors and mindsets that leaders can adopt to reduce workplace injuries, enhance operational efficiency, and foster psychological safety among employees. He stressed that these practices not only yield positive results but also lead to improved relationships and higher retention rates.
The session fell under the Management Leadership track at the event, highlighting the critical importance of leadership in shaping the safety culture and performance of organizations. The panel served as a platform for sharing evidence-based leadership practices, empowering attendees with actionable strategies they can apply immediately in their respective roles.
About the Author
Robert Yaniz Jr. is the Content Editor of Occupational Health & Safety.