From Ministry to Safety Leadership: The People-First Approach with Hal Wheatley

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What if the key to safer job sites isn’t more rules, but more humanity? In this episode of The Canary Report: Safety & Risk Management , host Michael Zalle sits down with Hal Wheatley , Corporate Safety Director at Manhattan Construction Group , for a frank conversation about what it really takes to lead safety well. Hal shares how his transition from ministry to safety leadership taught him that genuine care for people, not just policies, drives lasting change. If you're tired of the “safety cop” label and looking for a better way, this one’s for you. It’s about relationships, trust, and building a culture that actually protects people.