Getting Past Semantics of Safety I or Safety II: Leading Safety from the Center with a Balanced Approach

In this webinar, Scott Gaddis, Vice President and Global Practice Leader at Intelex and author of From Participation to Partnership, shares how forward-thinking leaders can move beyond the Safety I vs. Safety II debate. With 36 years of experience and real-world case studies, Scott offers a practical roadmap to building a resilient, people-centered safety culture that blends structure with adaptability.

This webinar explores actionable strategies and leadership tools that help unify both models—creating systems that are not only compliant, but also flexible and prepared to learn and grow. You’ll gain insights into how leading from the center results in deeper workforce engagement, stronger safety performance, and lasting cultural change.

Key Learnings:

• Understand the Models: Learn the core principles of Safety I and Safety II and importance of each.
• Avoid the Extremes: Recognize the risks of over-relying on compliance or adaptability.
• Lead from the Center: Discover how to blend structure and lean into one unified strategy.
• Apply Practical Tools: Utilize methods such as dual-lens investigations, coaching, and storytelling to drive engagement.
• Engage the Workforce: Support psychological safety, address generational needs, and empower frontline staff.
• Use Technology Effectively: Explore how platforms like Intelex bridge the gap between data, insight, and action.