Tim Wade, Director of Environmental Health and Safety for FlexJet, discusses the importance of a strong safety reporting system and the processes he implemented at Constant Aviation and FlexJet. He emphasizes the need for easy and streamlined reporting, utilizing QR codes and online forms. Tim also highlights the value of data in identifying trends and making improvements, as well as the importance of building trust and a reporting culture within the organization. He shares insights on metrics, risk assessments, and the role of leadership in promoting safety.

Takeaways

• Implementing a streamlined safety reporting system, such as QR codes and online forms, can encourage employees to report incidents and hazards more easily.
• Data analysis is crucial in identifying trends and making improvements in safety practices.
• Building trust and a reporting culture within the organization is essential for effective safety reporting.
• Metrics, such as the number of reports per 10,000 hours and the number of medium or higher risk reports, can provide valuable insights into the organization's safety performance.
• Leadership plays a critical role in promoting safety and creating a culture of continuous improvement.

Chapters

• 06:02 Transitioning from Constant Aviation to FlexJet
• 07:48 Implementing a Streamlined Safety Reporting System
• 14:55 Using Data to Drive Safety Improvements
• 24:49 Metrics: Measuring Safety Performance
• 28:04 The Role of Leadership in Promoting Safety
• 31:54 Overseeing Safety for a Global Organization
• 36:58 Concluding Remarks and Contact Information