Let's Talk 🗣️🎤 #WorkplaceSafety #WSH #Singapore

Let's Talk 🗣️🎤 #WorkplaceSafety #WSH #Singapore

by Workplace Safety and Health Council 🇸🇬

Business Mental Health

Season 2

Let’s Talk: Safety, Trust and Speaking Up with Candace Carnahan [Part 2]

In Part 2 of this episode, we continue our conversation with Candace Carnahan, an internationally recognised safety speaker, empowerment advocate and storyteller whose life was transformed by a serious workplace injury at the age of 21. Drawing from her personal journey, Candace explores why people sometimes remain silent about risks or unsafe behaviours, even when something does not feel right. She shares how individuals can build the confidence to speak up, and why personal courage must be supported by leaders who listen, act and follow through. Hear Candace discuss how workplaces can overcome silence, the role of respect and inclusion in fostering psychological safety, and why everyone has a role to play in protecting themselves and those around them. Timestamps: 00:31 Why people stay silent about safety concerns 03:34 "If you see something, say something" and leading by example 05:11 When doing the right thing becomes contagious 07:39 Leadership blind spots and the importance of follow-through 09:37 Respect, inclusion and psychological safety at work 13:46 Why workplace injuries affect more than just the individual For more resources on building a positive safety culture and empowering workers to speak up, visit: https://www.tal.sg/wshc/programmes/culturesafe Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/wshcouncil LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/workplace-safety-and-health-council TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@wshcouncilsg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ShineAtWork #LetsTalkWSH #WorkplaceSafety #WorkplaceHealth #WSHOwnership #WSHCulture

Let’s Talk: Safety, Trust and Speaking Up with Candace Carnahan [Part 1]

In Part 1 of this episode, we speak with Candace Carnahan, an internationally recognised safety speaker, empowerment advocate and storyteller whose life was changed by a serious workplace injury at the age of 21. This incident shaped her lifelong mission to help organisations build safer and more caring workplaces. Drawing from her own experience, Candace reflects on how safety incidents are rarely caused by a single factor. Instead, they often stem from deeper issues such as workplace culture, complacency, unsafe practices and missed opportunities to speak up. Watch Part 1 to hear Candace's insights on turning adversity into purpose, the importance of educating young workers about safety, how complacency can normalise unsafe habits, and why responsibility and accountability are important in creating safer workplaces. Timestamps: 00:36 Introduction and Candace's journey 02:06 The workplace incident that changed her life 04:50 Looking beyond shortcuts: understanding the root causes of incidents 07:40 Why safety awareness should start before a person's first job 08:38 How complacency develops when we "get away with it" 12:22 Turning personal tragedy into advocacy For more resources on building a positive safety culture and empowering workers to speak up, visit: https://wshc.sg/culturesafe Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/wshcouncil LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/workplace-safety-and-health-council TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@wshcouncilsg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ShineAtWork #LetsTalkWSH #WorkplaceSafety #WorkplaceHealth #WSHOwnership #WSHCulture

Season 1

Let’s Talk: Changing Skies, Changing Risks at Work [Part 2]

In Part 2 of this episode on weather-related workplace risks, let’s take a closer look at heat stress and why early action matters. Hear from Ms Jaime Lim, Director, Major Hazards Department and OSH Specialist Department, Occupational Safety and Health Division, Ministry of Manpower; Dr Jason Lee Kai Wei, Director, Heat Resilience and Performance Centre, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore; and Mr Lee Sai Yin, Deputy General Manager, VICO Construction Pte Ltd, as they discuss early warning signs, worker education, peer intervention and practical ways to manage heat risks at work. The conversation looks at how heat can affect workers’ health, concentration, productivity and safety, why rest breaks and hydration matter, and how employers can create a supportive environment where workers feel empowered to stop when they feel unwell. Watch the episode to learn how workplaces can identify heat risks early and take practical steps to protect workers. 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝗽 𝗼𝗻 Part 1 of this episode at https://youtu.be/YGL-JiX8TKc 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀: 00:30 – Recognising early warning signs 03:27 – Long-term health effects of heat exposure 09:00 – Spotting behavioural changes before heat stress worsens 10:25 – Turning plans into practical heat stress measures 12:17 – Strengthening heat resilience through layered protection 15:06 – Managing heat risks beyond working hours 18:50 – H.O.T.: Horizontal, Operationalise, Transformative For more resources on heat stress management, visit: https://tal.sg/wshc/topics/heat-stress/heat-stress-management Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/wshcouncil LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/workplace-safety-and-health-council TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@wshcouncilsg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ShineAtWork #LetsTalkWSH #WSH #IChooseSafety

Let’s Talk: Changing Skies, Changing Risks at Work [Part 1]

As Singapore prepares for warmer weather and a potentially more intense dry season, Part 1 of this episode on weather-related workplace risks discusses how conditions such as rising temperatures, heavy rain, lightning, strong winds and haze are becoming a growing workplace safety and health concern. Hear from Ms Jaime Lim, Director, Major Hazards Department and OSH Specialist Department, Occupational Safety and Health Division, Ministry of Manpower; Dr Jason Lee Kai Wei, Director, Heat Resilience and Performance Centre, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore; and Mr Lee Sai Yin, Deputy General Manager, VICO Construction Pte Ltd, on how workplaces can better prepare for adverse weather risks. They share why heat stress should not be seen as “just hot weather”, how thermal discomfort can affect productivity and safety, and what employers can do to protect workers through better planning, acclimatisation, hydration, rest breaks, shade and real-time weather monitoring. Hear practical insights on how companies can be better prepared, build resilience, and keep workers safe as weather conditions become more unpredictable. 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀: 02:12 – Why adverse weather is a growing WSH risk 05:15 – Managing heat stress at work 06:27 – Why heat risk is often underestimated 13:50 – Simple heat stress measures that work 15:30 – Rest breaks and managing overlapping risks 16:58 – How construction worksites adjust to changing weather For more resources on heat stress management, visit: https://tal.sg/wshc/topics/heat-stress/heat-stress-management 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮: Facebook: https://facebook.com/wshcouncil LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/workplace-safety-and-health-council TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@wshcouncilsg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ShineAtWork #LetsTalkWSH #WSH #IChooseSafety

Let’s Talk: Influence over Authority – What Really Drives Safety Decisions

Safety outcomes are rarely determined by technical knowledge alone — they hinge on influence. In this episode, we explore how safety leaders can better frame risks, build trust, and shape decisions at the top to drive meaningful workplace safety and health (WSH) outcomes. Featuring Mr Danny Chua, President of the Association of Process Industry and CEO of CYC International Pte Ltd, and Mr Bernard Lew, President of the Singapore Institution of Safety Officers (SISO), this conversation unpacks what truly influences senior leaders. From boardroom dynamics to operational pressures, the discussion highlights how effective safety arguments are made, heard, and acted upon — without relying on hierarchy or fear. Hear practical insights on aligning safety with business priorities, navigating trade-offs between operations and risk, and supporting leadership through clear, solution-oriented advice. Whether you are a safety professional or business leader, discover how influence — not authority — can help build safer, more resilient workplaces. 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀: 01:20 – Why technical correctness alone is not enough 04:00 – Common mistakes when communicating safety to management 05:13 – Why leaders and safety teams need regular engagement 07:19 – Balancing safety and operations under pressure 10:21 – Trust your team, but verify 12:46 – Building open communication and zero-blame culture 14:14 – Tailoring safety messages to different stakeholders 17:10 – Supporting leaders without cornering them 21:18 – Mindset shifts for safety professionals Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/wshcouncil LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/workplace-safety-and-health-council YouTube: http://youtube.com/shineatwork TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@wshcouncilsg #LetsTalkWSH #WorkplaceSafety #TakeTimetoTakeCare

Let’s Talk: Ask the Commissioner for WSH - 2025 in Review, 2026 in Focus

⚠️ “See the light, or else you will feel the heat.” That is how the Commissioner for Workplace Safety and Health (WSH), Silas Sng, underscores the importance of taking WSH seriously. In this special 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: 𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗦𝗛 episode, we speak with the Commissioner to reflect on key WSH developments in 2025, and what they mean for companies and workers as we move through 2026. Singapore recorded a workplace fatality rate of 0.96 per 100,000 workers in 2025; its lowest on record (excluding the COVID-19 year), alongside an all-time low major injury rate. But strong results today do not guarantee tomorrow’s outcomes. Watch on to find out what it takes to sustain these gains and continue raising the bar for workplace safety and health. Learn more about The Singapore WSH Conference 2026 at https://www.singaporewshconference.sg

Let's Talk: Future-Ready Safety - Protecting Workers in a Changing World

Singapore ranks among the safest countries globally for workplace safety performance, but sustaining this requires consistent effort and vigilance. In this episode of Let’s Talk, we speak to Ricky Loo, CEO, CWT Integrated Pte Ltd, Christopher Koh, General Manager, WSH Council, and Susan Teo, EHS Manager, Shimizu Corporation and Executive Committee Member of the Built Environment and Urban Trades Employees’ Union, on what it takes to keep our workers safe in 2026 and beyond. As companies navigate manpower pressures, tighter timelines and more complex operations, the conversation explores why leadership commitment matters, what progress has been made in higher-risk sectors, and how simple reporting practices can prevent harm before it happens.

Let’s Talk: Soundproof - Safeguarding Your Hearing at Work

Noise-induced hearing loss remains the leading occupational disease in Singapore, but it is also one of the most preventable. In this episode of Let’s Talk, we speak with two experts — Er. Lim Sui Soon, Honorary Secretary of the Singapore Institution of Safety Officers (SISO) and Member of the WSH Council (Manufacturing) Committee, and Dr Melvin Seng, Occupational Medicine Specialist and Programme Director for the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Medicine at NUS. Our guests share why hearing loss continues to affect workers across sectors such as manufacturing, marine and construction, and what companies can do to better identify and manage noise risks. From identifying noisy processes and implementing engineering controls to encouraging worker feedback and strengthening hearing conservation programmes, this conversation highlights practical steps organisations can take to protect workers’ hearing and well-being.

Let’s Talk: Enabling Well-being to Flourish

Join Mr Adam Bernhardt, Head of Safety & Well-being at Airbus Asia Pacific, together with Mr Daniel Lim and Mr Joseph Kalaivanar from the Well-being Champions Network, as they discuss what it truly takes to build a caring and resilient workplace. For Adam, well-being is both personal and policy. His journey into this field was shaped by a serious workplace injury and the loss of a colleague to suicide, which fuelled his conviction that every employee should return home both physically and psychologically safe. In this episode, we explore key lessons on using data to identify at-risk teams, supporting peer supporters, balancing empathy with performance, and adapting global initiatives for Asia-Pacific workplaces.

Let's Talk: Safety as a Strategy - Protecting Your People and Business [Part 3]

This is Part 3 of our Tripartite Connect 2025 special podcast series, where the panel explored the role of senior management and leaders in shaping WSH culture. Hear from Chairman of the WSH Council, Mr Abu Bakar Mohd Nor, who stressed that safety must be part of a company’s one culture, not treated as separate. Leaders set purpose, inspire, and role model the standards. Panellists also shared how leadership by example, care for workers, and forward-looking policies such as training, flexible work and wellness support can build trust and resilient workplaces.

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