Episode 146 - The Missing Science
from Leading and Learning Through Safety Hosted by Dr. Mark A French
In this episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French discusses the absence of science in decision-making and its impact. He reflects on a 1979 documentary titled "Song of the Canary: The DBCP Story," which explores a chemical plant's discovery of harmful effects due to the absence of data. Dr. French delves into how organizations sometimes turn a blind eye to critical information, citing examples of privately funded studies being shelved for years. He highlights the importance of transparency in scientific research and the need for collaboration to address safety concerns effectively. Dr. French concludes by emphasizing the significance of shared knowledge and collective effort in ensuring workplace safety.
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In this episode of the "Leading and Learning Through Safety" podcast, Dr. Mark French discusses the absence of science in decision-making and its impact. He reflects on a 1979 documentary titled "Song of the Canary: The DBCP Story," which explores a chemical plant's discovery of harmful effects due to the absence of data. Dr. French delves into how organizations sometimes turn a blind eye to critical information, citing examples of privately funded studies being shelved for years. He highligh...
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