E072_How Steven Kirby Survived & Advocates for Mental Well-Being & Safety in High-Risk Industries

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Steven Kirby, a survivor of a life-changing workplace accident and a passionate advocate for mental well-being and safety in high-risk industries.
Steven shares his emotional journey from being a "man up" advocate to struggling with PTSD, depression, and anxiety after his accident. He opens up about the hidden mental health challenges that workers in high-risk industries face and how he turned his experience into a mission to improve workplace safety and mental well-being.
Join us as Steven discusses the critical role of communication in safety, the long-term impact of trauma, and why advocating for mental well-being in high-risk environments is crucial for creating safer, more supportive workplaces.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to improving mental well-being and safety in high-risk industries.
Tune in for an emotional and insightful conversation that sheds light on the human side of workplace safety and mental health.
Click 👉 www.safetycollaborations.com/E072 for the full show notes and details on how to reach out to Steven through his website and LinkedIn. Leave us your thoughts, questions, and comments, and discover more about how we may help you.
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3. The Power of Vulnerability for Safety (00:06:53)

4. Struggling to Cope After Near-Death (00:17:50)

5. Overcoming Trauma and Finding Healing (00:28:21)

6. Surviving and Sharing a Traumatic Experience (00:34:03)

7. Safety Culture and Workplace Incidents (00:41:35)

8. Prioritizing Safety in Workplace Culture (00:50:59)