Rick Hellinga, Simmons Foods - Mastering Safety | Inside Human Capital

Derrick (Rick) Hellinga, CSP, ASP⁠, Senior Director of Safety, Health & Loss Prevention at Simmons Foods discusses mastering safety and managing the normalization of deviation. Episode Overview The conversation begins with an introduction and a discussion about Rick Hellinga's career background. It then delves into the concept of normalization of deviation and its implications for safety culture and organizational culture. The impact of normalization of deviation on company culture is explored, along with the establishment of expectations and key performance indicators. The conversation concludes with contact information for further discussion on the topic. Takeaways Normalization of deviation Safety culture and organizational culture Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Career Background 09:13 Impact on Company Culture 15:20 Establishing Expectations and Key Performance Indicators 21:44 Conclusion and Contact Information The show "CSuite Edge: Inside Human Capital" is designed as an essential, high-level briefing for C-suite executives who view human capital as the ultimate competitive advantage. It demonstrates the strategic value of talent as both an engine for organizational growth (innovation, durable competitive advantage) and a critical early risk warning system. Focused on the essential collaboration between HR and the C-suite, ‪@ConnexPartners‬ and ‪@SBR2THTalent‬ as trusted authorities deliver listeners the data-driven strategies needed to transform the workforce. Connect & Learn More: 🔗 SBR2TH: https://www.sbr2th.com/podcast/ 🔗 Connex Partners: https://www.connexpartners.com/ Subscribe for weekly executive briefings on talent, leadership, and workforce strategy. #CSuite #Leadership #HumanCapital #CHRO #TalentStrategy #FutureOfWork #ExecutiveLeadership #HiringStrategy #BusinessGrowth #WorkforceStrategy #AIinHR #Recruiting #OrgDesign #PeopleStrategy #Podcast