Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
In this episode of safetyCast, we dive into the complexities of crafting an effective mental health strategy in large, diverse workplaces.
Listen to Conor Duffy, founder of Psychosocial Safety Solutions and former Head of Health & Safety at Kmart Australia. In this episode he unpacks the building blocks of a successful psychosocial strategy that supports every level of the organisation, from head office to the frontline.
Conor shares practical, experience-backed insights into:
Embedding psychological safety into your broader WHS strategy
The role of initiatives like EAPs and Psychological First Aid
Setting up systems for support, measurement, and continuous improvement
Whether you’re a CEO, people leader, or safety professional, this conversation will equip you with actionable ideas to elevate mental wellbeing across your workplace and meet the growing expectations around psychosocial risk.
Available now on all major podcast platforms.

Monday Jul 07, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
How the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is reshaping safety reportingIn this episode of safetyCast by ecoPortal, we explore how the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is transforming the way organisations think about, and report on, health, safety, and wellbeing.
Featuring Matthew Cowie and Samantha Thomas from EY’s Climate Change and Sustainability Services team, this conversation unpacks what the CSRD means for organisations across Australasia and beyond. You’ll hear real-world case studies, practical tips, and expert insights on how to integrate HSW into your sustainability reporting, far beyond the basics of internal compliance.
Whether you're a business leader, HSW professional, or part of your organisation’s sustainability strategy, this episode will help you boost transparency, accountability, and impact.
🎧 Available now on all major streaming platforms. Listen now.Â

Monday Jun 16, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
🎙️ Transforming Safety CultureIn this episode of safetyCast, we sit down with Tim Hudson, Operational Risk Management Consultant at Hudson Global Consulting, to explore what it really takes to build and sustain a strong safety culture in today’s evolving workplaces.
From leadership commitment to employee engagement, Tim shares insights drawn from decades of global experience helping organisations embed safety into the way they work. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining an existing approach, this episode offers practical tools, real-world examples, and strategies to help you shift mindsets, behaviours, and systems toward safer outcomes.
If you're a CEO, H&S leader, or operations professional ready to take safety from compliance to culture, this episode is for you.
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Friday May 23, 2025
Friday May 23, 2025
In this episode, Dr. Megan Tranter shares how strong leadership shapes safer, healthier workplaces. Drawing from her global experience at Amazon, PepsiCo, and more, she explores how EHS leaders can drive culture, strategy, and impact beyond compliance. Perfect for professionals looking to elevate their influence in Health and Safety. Listen here!Â