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Podcast: The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Episode: Episode 116 - Top 5 Excuses for Working Unsafely
Description: Episode 116 digs into one of the most frustrating—and revealing—parts of safety leadership: the excuses people give for working unsafely. Dr. Ayers breaks down the five most common excuses, why workers use them, and how leaders can respond in a way that changes behavior instead of creating conflict.
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Core Message
Unsafe actions rarely come from bad intentions. They come from rationalizations—stories people tell themselves to justify shortcuts. When leaders understand these excuses, they can coach more effectively and prevent incidents before they happen.
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The Top 5 Excuses for Working Unsafely
1. “I’ve done it this way for year...