In this episode of the Women in Safety podcast, Alanna Ball sits down with the inspiring Anna Beaumont to talk about the real stories behind building a career in health and safety.

Anna opens up about how her journey started with her father's work in the unions, and how those early lessons shaped her passion for creating safer workplaces. She shares why personal stories—like the moving story of George—matter so much when it comes to understanding the heart of safety practices.

Alanna and Anna also dive into the real challenges women face working in a male-dominated environment, the importance of work-life balance when juggling consultancy work and family life, and why finding your own mission can make all the difference in your career.

They talk about how networking beyond your immediate workplace can open doors for professional growth, why listening is one of the most powerful tools you can have, and how small wins deserve to be celebrated just as much as the big ones.

This conversation is a refreshing reminder that leadership in health and safety isn’t just about ticking boxes — it’s about compassion, empowerment, and connection.

If you’re ready to be inspired, reflect on your own journey, and pick up real-world insights to help you grow in your health and safety career, this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

Connect with Anna:

Email: [email protected] 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabeaumont/  

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