PinnedRon ButcherFrom Pyramid to Paradox: Rethinking SafetyOver my 40 years of experience across various high-risk industries, I’ve had the privilege of observing the evolution of safety practices…4d ago4d ago
PinnedRon ButcherThe Silent Seeds of Violence: Unmasking the Roots of Conflict in the WorkplaceWhen we talk about workplace violence, most people immediately think of the tragic events that make headlines — those shocking moments that…4d ago4d ago
PinnedRon ButcherSurvival in Motion: Integrating Space and Time for Dynamic HOP StrategiesLikely owing to my experiences and background in survival, I’ve long recognized the wisdom of Weick & Sutcliffe’s principles of high…Aug 6Aug 6
PinnedRon ButcherThe Benefits of Failing Together: A Foundation for Survival and Organizational ExcellenceIn high-risk environments, the concept of “failing together” is not just a strategy but a survival mindset. Having served in the US Coast…Jul 5Jul 5
PinnedRon ButcherSurviving Safety: Building Foundations for Operational ResilienceIn today’s high-risk industries, achieving safety is often seen as the ultimate goal. However, safety without a foundation of survival is…Jul 13Jul 13
Ron ButcherWhy It’s Time to Move on from Maslow: Embracing Self-Determination Theory for Modern Workplace…Hey there! Today, I want to chat about something that’s been on my mind for a while — Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. You know, that famous…Aug 9Aug 9
Ron ButcherPursuing Safety at the Expense of Survival: A Balanced Approach for Thriving in Complexity and…When it comes to safety, it’s crucial to understand that safety is a means to an end, not the end itself. Safety is a tool designed to help…Aug 8Aug 8
Ron ButcherThe Dehumanizing Legacy of Scientific Management in Safety PracticesWhen I talk about dehumanizing in the context of safety management, I’m referring to the way certain management practices strip away the…Aug 7Aug 7
Ron ButcherWhat Don’t We Know?In my flying experiences with the USCG and USMC, in addition to discussing the mission, equipment configuration, on-scene expectations and…Jul 29Jul 29
Ron ButcherSurvival Over Safety: Confronting the Binary Reality of RiskWhen we consider the potential outcomes of even low-risk activities, it becomes clear that a survival mindset and strategies are essential…Jul 22Jul 22