EP 600 - Bob Edwards

Safety FM with Jay Allen

Welcome to a landmark 600th episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, broadcasting from the dynamic Global Safety Innovation Summit in Australia. This milestone episode is a celebration of innovation, insight, and the influential voices shaping the future of safety and organizational performance. In this special edition, we're honored to feature Bob Edwards, a renowned Human & Organizational Performance Advocate and practitioner. Bob's eclectic background spans six years in the military, over a decade as a design engineer, entrepreneurship in his own design firm, and pivotal roles in maintenance, technical support, and safety leadership. His journey is a rich tapestry of experiences, each contributing to his deep understanding of safety and organizational dynamics. Bob's expertise lies in melding his life's work with the philosophies of Human and Organizational Performance (HOP). He has become a guiding force in helping organizations navigate failure, learn effectively, and apply HOP Learning Teams to enhance operational intelligence and solve complex operational problems. With over 200 Learning Teams led for a range of issues including safety, quality, and legal events, Bob, in collaboration with Todd Conklin, has refined the process of facilitating Learning Teams, making significant strides in operational improvement and safety practices. Holding a BS degree in mechanical engineering from Tennessee Technological University and an MS degree in Advanced Safety Engineering Management from the University of Alabama Birmingham, Bob's academic achievements mirror his professional dedication to advancing safety and organizational learning. After Bob graces the summit with his invaluable insights, he will join Jay Allen for a deep dive into the application of HOP principles in real-world scenarios, reflecting on the lessons gleaned from his vast experience, and discussing his forward-thinking approach to leveraging Learning Teams for operational excellence. Join us in this milestone 600th episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, as we explore the rich landscape of human and organizational performance with Bob Edwards, a true pioneer in the field. This episode is not just a celebration of our journey so far, but also a look forward to the future of safety and excellence in organizational learning.