The Circus of Safety Podcast

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Welcome to "The Circus of Safety" Podcast, where Brenton, Des, and Andy unleash their magical powers. Laugh along with Brenton's witty tales, as he turns workplace mishaps into hilarious adventures. Tap into Des's super intellect as he simplifies complex safety concepts. Let Andy, the teaching wizard, captivate you with his storytelling and practical tips. Join the circus under the virtual Big Top for a journey of laughter, knowledge, and workplace safety enlightenment. Step right up to "The Circus of Safety" podcast, where fun and learning collide!

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June 5, 2026Episode 444 min

Behavioural Based Safety - Helpful or Harmful?

🎪 Step right up for another rollicking ride under the Big Top! On this week’s episode of The Circus of Safety Podcast, the fearless trio unpacks the controversial world of Behaviour-Based Safety — is it a helpful tool or a hazardous hindrance? With Brenton away and the wheel spinning, the crew gets candid about the sticky details of observation programs, real-world coaching, feedback gone wild, and whether “fixing people” is really the solution for modern workplaces.Expect opinion, humour, and a dash of sarcasm as the team juggles complex concepts and delivers practical wisdom. Tune in for engaging banter, sharp insights, a healthy bit of nonsense, and all the camaraderie you’ve come to love.Join the conversation and dare to spin #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath!#TheCircusOfSafety #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

May 22, 2026Episode 846 min

The safety rule most people are afraid to follow?

🎪 Step right up for another rollicking episode of The Circus of Safety, where Brenton Harrison, Desai Link, and Andrew Evans spin the #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath and tackle the safety rule most people are afraid to follow—stopping unsafe work! 🤹‍♂️From workplace culture and risk normalisation to the social pressures that keep us from speaking up, our dynamic trio dive deep, sharing pragmatic insights, hilarious banter, and real-life tales from the safety frontline.Expect special features like "Don’t Fry Day" safety tips, a tongue-in-cheek look at disclaimers [yellow cards, anyone?], and shout-outs to our passionate listener community under the virtual Big Top.Join the revolution of making safety education entertaining, practical, and just a little bit cheeky. Subscribe, laugh, and learn with the ringleaders of health & safety!#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

May 8, 2026Episode 1043 min

Are risk assessment tools broken?

🎪 Step right up for another delightfully chaotic ride at The Circus of Safety! In this episode, Brenton, Andy, and Des spin the Spinning Wheel of Death [SWOD] and dive into the ultimate safety conundrum: Are risk assessment tools broken? 🤹‍♂️💥 Expect banter, bewilderment, and a whole lot of laughs as the crew debates Take 5s, JSAs, risk matrices, and the difference between tools and methodologies—while defending [or dismantling] the classics. With tongue-in-cheek wisdom and a few technical hiccups, the team reminds us that in The Circus of Safety, nothing is off limits and everything is fair game!#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

April 24, 2026Episode 448 min

The Gibson v Maritime Appeal with Brett Murray

🎪 Step right up for another thrilling episode of The Circus of Safety! In this week’s videocast, Andrew, Desai, and Brenton are joined by special guest Brett Murray, CEO of Site Safe New Zealand, for a ringside deep-dive into the Gibson vs Maritime New Zealand case and its high-stakes implications for directors, CEOs, and safety management. Expect tongue-in-cheek banter, razor-sharp insights, and practical tips for navigating the chaos of critical risk, assurance, and personal accountability in the workplace. Whether you’re a boardroom ringmaster or safety juggler, the Big Top is open—let’s revolutionise health & safety, one laugh at a time!#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

April 10, 2026Episode 544 min

Is safety complicated or complex?

🎪 The Circus of Safety VideoCast: Season 4, Episode 5 🎉Step right up for another riotous round under our virtual Big Top! Join Brenton, Andy, Des and the inimitable Oliver as they spin The Spinning Wheel of Death (#SWOD) and tackle the age-old question: is safety complicated, complex, or just a wicked problem? From comical banter and broken bones to heated debates about risk definitions and outsourced expertise, this episode slices through the circus fog to get real about why health and safety can get so tangled. Enjoy candid storytelling, sharp wit, and a flurry of practical insights you’ll actually remember! And don’t miss your chance to submit your own “wicked problems” for the next show.#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

March 13, 2026Episode 345 min

Special Episode: Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill Part 2

🎪 Step right up for a brand new episode of The Circus of Safety! In this punchy, practical, and delightfully irreverent instalment, Brenton Harrison, Andrew Evans, and Desai Link dive into Part 2 of the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill—debating critical risks, regulatory confusion, “snake oil” sales, and who really should be writing the rules.From humorous banter about fast food careers [and suspicious t-shirt sponsorships] to pointed takes on consultation, ACOPs, and whether legislation helps or hinders, this episode is both thought-provoking and uproariously fun. Perfect for safety managers, industry leaders, and anyone ready to challenge—or laugh at—the circus that is workplace health and safety reform.Tune in, join the conversation, and find out if the crew can ever agree on what matters most in keeping people safe at work! #TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinning BroWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

February 13, 2026Episode 245 min

Special Episode: Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill Part 1

🎪 Step into the ring with "The Circus of Safety" as Brenton, Des, and Andy take a tongue-in-cheek, practical look at New Zealand's hot-off-the-press Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill! In this special episode, the trio unpacks what the proposed changes really mean for businesses of all sizes—are we cutting red tape, or just tying new knots? Expect sharp insights, lively debate, legal context, and plenty of banter as our hosts highlight the very real, sometimes absurd impacts of lawmaking on frontline safety. Whether you're a seasoned HS professional or just love a good legislative circus, this show will keep you laughing and learning.#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

January 30, 2026Episode 145 min

Code of Ethics for safety

In our Season 4 premiere, hosts Brenton Harrison, Desai Link, and Andrew Evans return from their summer breaks with plenty of banter, big questions, and even bigger laughs. This episode dives into one of the most debated topics in health and safety: is there a true code of ethics for the profession? From the lack of a clearly defined professional ethic to issues of regulation, boundaries, and global standards, the trio tackles why finding clarity in safety's purpose is so vital—and so complicated.Whether you’re a seasoned safety manager, aspiring consultant, or just curious about the wild world of risk management, join us under the virtual Big Top for spirited conversation, practical insights, and some unapologetic circus-style fun. Expect sharp commentary, tongue-in-cheek humour, and plenty of spinning wheels, as Brenton, Des, and Andy set the stage for a season full of thought-provoking safety debates.#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

December 29, 2025Episode 453 min

SPECIAL SHOW with Ben Hutchinson on learning from failures

🎪 Step right up for an unfiltered, practical, and entertaining look at the world of health and safety! In this SPECIAL episode of The Circus of Safety, Ben Hutchinson joins Brenton Harrison, Desai Link, and Andrew Evans to explore the pitfalls of learning from failure, the myths of organisational safety, and the tricky world of audits.Expect candid stories, expert insights, and plenty of laughs as our hosts tackle complex safety topics—from false assurance and data interpretation to the cult-like swings in safety thinking. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just safety-curious, you’ll leave with fresh perspectives and some good-natured banter.Tune in to add a little circus magic to your safety game!#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

December 12, 2025Episode 2147 min

What value is there in signing a disclaimer

🎪 Step right up to The Circus of Safety! In this episode, hosts Andrew Evans, Brenton Harrison, and Desai Link take a pragmatic, tongue-in-cheek look at the real value behind signing a disclaimer. Is it about protecting legal interests, enhancing safety, or just wishful thinking? With stories from adventure tourism, law, and plenty of witty banter, our trio explores myths and truths about risk, responsibility, and those mysterious forms we all sign and never read. Join the fun under the Big Top as we juggle practical wisdom, industry insights, and laughs—all to help you future-proof your safety strategy!#TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement