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Podcast: The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Episode: Episode 191 - Psychological Safety with Tracy Krieger of OC Safety
Description: Dr. Ayers interviews Tracy Krieger of OC Safety, who explains what psychological safety really means and how it directly affects hazard reporting, employee engagement, and overall safety performance. The episode focuses on practical strategies leaders can use to build a workplace where employees feel safe speaking up.
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1. What Psychological Safety Is β and Isnβt
Tracy defines psychological safety as a climate where employees feel they wonβt be punished, embarrassed, or ignored for:
Reporting hazards
Asking questions
Admitting mistakes
Offering ideas
It is not about being soft...