Are you tired of traditional safety approaches that focus on blame rather than learning? Ready to explore innovative ideas that can revolutionize safety practices? Dr. Ivan Pupulidy, a seasoned expert with 25 years of experience as the US Forest Service Director, brings a fresh perspective to the table. He developed the revolutionary Learning Review process, which shifts the focus from rules to creating learning opportunities for leadership and frontline personnel.

Discover how Ivan's background as an Air Force Reserve pilot influenced his approach to safety culture. Through thought-provoking discussions, Ivan delves into the importance of understanding human action, mapping systemic conditions, and promoting inquiry for learning. Explore the concept of Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) and the capacity building approach, which emphasizes sense making, learning, and improvisation. Ivan shares insights from Ruben McDaniel's complex adaptive systems framework, demonstrating how failure can be reframed as a valuable opportunity for growth.

Learn how aviation's margin-based systems provide room for errors without catastrophic consequences, inspiring lessons for industries of all kinds. Uncover the power of sense making, learning, and improvisation to navigate novel situations and enhance safety outcomes through experimentation. Tune in now to gain fresh insights, challenge conventional safety practices, and take your safety culture to new heights. Your organization and your employees will thank you.

And remember, safety is a continuous journey. Apply the principles discussed in this episode to create a learning culture within your organization. Embrace inquiry, experiment, and foster a blame-free environment that encourages growth and improvement. Together, we can make safety a top priority.

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