Written by Corrie Pitzer to present at the NSC Safety Congress & Expo
Denver, CO
Sept 15-17
PLUS – don’t miss Corries Professional Development Session
September 13, prior to the Expo!
Expo Speaking Details
Session Title: “Relentless Readiness” – The Flip Side of “Chronic Unease”
Date: September 16
Time: 1pm – 2pm
Abstract
This presentation challenges the passive acceptance of human error as inevitable, and the notion that human error is a symptom, not a cause. Instead, it advocates for a new definition of safety: Relentless Readiness—a proactive state where culture, practices, and systems are continuously prepared to respond dynamically to emerging risks. It is the flip side of Chronic Unease. ‘Relentless Readiness for Risk (or R3) – as a definition, model and system, integrates the structured discipline of Safety I with the adaptive flexibility of Safety II, creating a hybrid approach that bridges the gap between prevention and resilience. It equips organizations with real-time risk management capabilities while fostering a culture of aspiration and peak performance. The approach has been field tested over 3 years in the high-risk world of marine mining, where it deployed the principles of the High Reliability Organization (HRO), but went one step further: to the Re-Generative Organization (RGO).
Learning objectives
1. Risk Readiness in Action: How to prepare systems and teams to manage both expected and unexpected risks.
2. Dual Focus Leadership: Combining prevention and adaptability to drive safety excellence.
3. Creating a Resilient Culture: Embedding relentless readiness as a core organizational value.
Methodology
Through practical insights and case studies, this session will demonstrate how aligning Safety I and Safety II principles through relentless readiness can enhance safety outcomes, build stronger teams, and create a more agile organization capable of responding to today’s dynamic risk environment.
Expo Booth Details
Come over and say hello to the friendly Safemap team manning booth #3234 throughout the NSC Congress & Expo. We would love to see you there!
Professional Development Session Details
Professional Development Sessison: Safety Culture: What It is, What It is Not and How to Create It
Date: September 13, 2025
Time: 8am – 4.30pm
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Abstract/Description
Culture is a powerful force, which shapes and influences behaviors at all levels. The question is: what exactly is it? In short, it is NOT the “noise” you hear, but it IS the “silences” that you don’t hear or see. The workshop will take an in-depth look at the safety culture, how it is systematically created, how it affects safety performance, describe the ‘types’ of culture and how it is measured. It will also identify 4 ‘states’ of ‘paralysis’ that plague companies today: the paralysis of fear, paralysis of protection, the paralysis of pretention and the paralysis of atrophy. Many organizations don’t know in which of these cultural “states” they operate, and how they define the “unwritten rules” of the organization.
Learning Objectives
• An evidenced-based process to ‘create’ safety culture
• Techniques of safety culture measurement
• The effect of leaders’ decisions on culture
• Profiling safety culture’s maturity levels
• Identify the states of paralysis in your own company
Methodology
This one-day seminar will leverage diverse methodologies to engage participants and cater to various learning styles. Presentations will deliver foundational knowledge through expert talks and visual aids. Experiential activities, such as role-playing and simulations, will offer hands-on skill development. Interactive sessions, including live polls and brainstorming, will encourage active participation and discovery through self-directed exploration. Group discussions and debates will foster critical thinking and analyze diverse perspectives. Real-world case studies will bridge theory and practice, enabling participants to apply concepts to practical challenges. Panel discussions will provide expert insights, while gamification, such as quizzes and competitions, will make learning enjoyable and engaging. Finally, reflection and action planning will help participants consolidate insights and create actionable steps for implementation.