On this episode of Ideas From Your Peers, the host discusses how workplace safety and communication are essential to a successful company. Using the example of Paul O'Neill, CEO of Alcoa, the podcast emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of safety through communication and employee empowerment. Despite initial skepticism from investors and shareholders, O'Neill prioritized safety and created a system that encouraged employees to speak up and take ownership of safety concerns. This approach not only helped identify potential problems and solutions but also created a culture of addressing problems proactively. The podcast recommends the book "The Power of Habits" by Charles Duhig, specifically chapter four, as a valuable resource for those interested in workplace safety. The episode concludes by discussing how open communication can improve efficiencies and profitability within an organization.

On this episode of Ideas From Your Peers, we delve into the world of pre-employment screening and workplace injury prevention. Our guest today is Tom Aune, who used to own physio clinics on the New South Wales central coast, and shares his journey towards developing a data-driven approach to pre-employment screening that has led to a significant reduction in workplace injuries and staff turnover. 

We explore the evolution of the traditional paper-based questionnaire to a musculoskeletal pre-employment questionnaire with a psychometric and behavioural assessment tool, designed by the guest's company, called the Advanced Risk Profiler. 

We learn about the powerful risk profiling tool that the company has built from over 132,000 data sets, leading to the development of a triage model that saves time and money for recruiters. 

We discuss the advantages of online assessments for applicants and clients alike, and we hear compelling case studies about the significant cost savings and logistical benefits of using Suremploy for workers' compensation claims. Tom believes that data will play an important role in the future of not just pre-employment but also productivity and injury management, and shares numerous testimonials and case studies that validate their data-driven approach. Tune in to gain valuable insights into evidence-based and data-driven approaches to pre-employment screening and injury prevention.

In the latest episode of Ideas From Your Peers, we dive into the power of collaboration and sharing knowledge to create safer and more productive workplaces. Here are three key takeaways from the episode:- Host Victor Ahipene introduces the podcast, which focuses on turning around different areas of businesses including physical, compliance, and mental support for workers, cultural change, and more.- Napoleon Hill's book "Think and Grow Rich" serves as inspiration for the podcast, emphasizing the benefits of a mastermind and collective knowledge.- The podcast invites listeners to subscribe and reach out with potential guest ideas, to share successful ideas from peers and experts in the industry.Join the conversation and tune into Ideas From Your Peers today!