Safety And Risk Success13 Maj 2023

What's it like to get run over?

In this powerful podcast episode, our host Christian, a survivor of a serious road accident himself, engages in a candid conversation with Lisa Ramos and her husband, Dave Garton about what's it like to get run over. Lisa, who lost a leg in a workplace forklift truck accident, along with Dave, share their personal journey of recovery, their ongoing mission to raise awareness about workplace safety, and the lasting physical and emotional impacts of such incidents - not only for the injured party, but for those close to them.

Highlights:

Lisa and Dave share their post-accident journey, emphasizing the significant physical and emotional toll.
The couple gives motivational speeches to businesses about workplace safety, demonstrating the power of personal stories.
Post-accident investigations can be distressing, highlighting the need for a supportive approach from employers.
Lisa discusses the challenge of trust issues after the accident, indicating the need for ongoing psychological support.
The importance of open conversations about disabilities is highlighted, promoting better understanding and inclusion.
The lasting impact of the accident underscores the irreversible nature of safety failures and the importance of proactive safety measures.
Lisa and Dave advocate for sharing graphic details of accidents during safety training to create a lasting safety-first impression.
The couple offers several resources, including a short film, for use in safety inductions.
Sharing experiences and learning from others who have been through similar situations can be therapeutic and aid recovery.
Christian also shares his own experience of being run over, providing a unique shared perspective on the lasting impacts of serious accidents.

Resources and contact details:

Connect with Lisa and find the videos she mentions on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-ramos-255505124/

Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/

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