Building Safety in Construction from the Inside Out with Brett Smith

Episode notes

What if you could transform workplace safety by focusing on the human side of risk management? On The Canary Report , host Michael Zalle speaks with Brett Smith , Global Safety Director at Gardner Builders , about transforming safety culture in high-risk construction environments. They discuss mental health support, building trust with subcontractors, and human-centered leadership. Brett shares practical strategies, from transparent communication to OSHA collaboration, that enhance both physical and psychological safety. Discover how humility, assertiveness, and real-time feedback can drive meaningful change in safety programs without sacrificing productivity.