What can you learn from how heritage and natural landscape sites balance safety and allowing visitors to experience their unique charm?

 

Join Christian in conversation with Adele Masztalerz, Head of Safety at WWT, as they share five essential lessons on managing safety in these unique environments. Discover strategies to foster a welcoming atmosphere while effectively mitigating risks. Explore cutting-edge techniques in risk assessment and learn how cross-organisational collaboration can elevate safety standards for all. Whether you're a safety professional, site manager, or passionate about heritage preservation, this discussion offers valuable insights you won’t want to miss.

 

Highlights:

- Safety as an Enabler, not a Blocker: Learn how safety measures can enhance visitor experiences at heritage and conservation sites, allowing meaningful engagement while managing risks effectively.

- Collaboration and Peer Support: Discover the importance of collaboration and shared best practices among organisations, leading to consistent safety standards and a supportive community.

- Taking a Zonal Approach to Risk: Explore the zonal approach to risk management, transitioning from controlled areas to wilder landscapes, enabling safe exploration while acknowledging inherent risks.

- Balancing Safety with the Visitor Experience: Understand how safety is integrated into visitor management without compromising the experience. Risk management is tailored to various demographics, ensuring everyone enjoys these spaces safely.

- Innovative Risk Management Techniques: Learn how technology and creative thinking are employed to manage risks, including data-driven visitor tracking and inventive solutions for addressing natural hazards.

 

Quotes:

“Safety by stealth is key. It’s about enabling experiences, not restricting them.”

“Collaboration and shared knowledge are the backbone of effective safety management in our sector.”

 

Actions:

- Connect with Adele on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adele-masztalerz-cenvh-fcieh-cmiosh-ba6b66260/

- Sign up for a future Safety Roundtable: https://safetyroundtable.co.uk/

- Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/