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Understanding and Applying the Principles of Fair and Just Culture in ICAM Incident Investigations
1. Introduction In today's complex workplaces, especially in high-risk industries like mining, aviation, healthcare, and manufacturing,...
Luke Dam
Sep 29, 20255 min read


Confined Space Design Flaws and Their Lethal Legacy
Introduction: Confined Spaces- Invisible Killers in Industrial Design Confined spaces- pits, tanks, vessels, ducts, silos, and tunnels-...
Luke Dam
Sep 10, 20256 min read


Bringing Respect Back to the Safety Role: A 21st Century Reawakening of Purpose, Presence, and Performance
I. Introduction: The Respect Deficit Across industries, from mining to manufacturing, logistics to healthcare, one recurring sentiment...
Luke Dam
Sep 8, 20256 min read


3 Common Missteps in Industrial Rescue Drills- and How to Avoid Them
Introduction In high-risk industrial environments, mines, chemical plants, refineries, energy facilities, and construction sites,...
Luke Dam
Sep 8, 20256 min read


How to Stay Neutral as an ICAM Investigation Facilitator
Introduction In the world of workplace investigations, neutrality is everything. An ICAM facilitator’s job is not to play judge, jury, or...
Luke Dam
Sep 2, 20256 min read


False Sense of Security: Common Misuse of Fall Arrest Gear
Introduction Falls are one of the most serious hazards in industries such as construction, maintenance, utilities, and warehousing....
Luke Dam
Aug 28, 20257 min read


Why a Single Root Cause in an Investigation is Not Enough
Introduction In the aftermath of a workplace incident, one of the most common questions asked by managers, regulators, and the public is:...
Luke Dam
Aug 28, 20255 min read


Normalising Versus Fixing & Preventing
This is a fascinating video (and hard to watch for the car enthusiast!). Watch it before reading this article-...
Luke Dam
Aug 25, 20251 min read


The Importance of a Robust Entry Permit in Confined Space Operations
Introduction Confined space operations are some of the most hazardous tasks undertaken in industry. They often combine multiple high-risk...
Luke Dam
Aug 22, 20256 min read


The Case Against Rigid Deadlines in Workplace Investigations
Introduction In many corporate environments, deadlines are seen as a hallmark of productivity. Projects are scheduled, milestones...
Luke Dam
Aug 18, 20257 min read


How to Conduct a Height Safety Audit
Introduction Working at height remains one of the most significant risks across industries such as construction, facilities maintenance,...
Luke Dam
Aug 18, 20254 min read


Latent Conditions vs Active Failures: The ICAM Investigator’s Guide to Seeing the Whole Picture
Introduction – The Tip of the Iceberg Problem In the world of workplace incident investigations, most people see only what’s right in...
Luke Dam
Aug 11, 20255 min read


The Importance of Standby Personnel in Confined Space Operations
Confined space operations are among the most hazardous activities across various industries, including utilities, construction, mining,...
Luke Dam
Aug 6, 20255 min read


Wrangling the Wild Ones: How to Regain Control of ICAM Investigations Gone Off the Rails
Investigations are rarely predictable. Even with a clear scope, defined terms of reference, and a competent team, things can—and often...
Luke Dam
Aug 4, 20255 min read


The Importance of Regular Rescue Drills for Working at Heights and in Confined Spaces
Introduction In the high-risk domains of working at heights and within confined spaces, safety systems must go far beyond policies and...
Luke Dam
Aug 4, 20256 min read


Beyond Safety: Expanding the Boundaries of ICAM Investigations
For decades, the ICAM (Incident Cause Analysis Method) model has stood as a gold standard in the investigation of safety-related...
Luke Dam
Jul 28, 20256 min read


The Impact of Organisational Policies on Confined Space Safety
Confined spaces are among the most hazardous work environments, often concealing silent, deadly risks—low oxygen levels, toxic gases,...
Luke Dam
Jul 25, 20256 min read


How to Handle a Workplace Incident Investigation That Exposes Management Decisions
Workplace incident investigations are intended to uncover the facts , understand causal factors , and identify systemic issues —...
Luke Dam
Jul 22, 20255 min read


Why Blame Feels Good But Solves Nothing
Introduction Blame is a reflex—an almost automatic response when something goes wrong. A project fails. A relationship breaks down. An...
Luke Dam
Jul 22, 20255 min read


Understanding the Costs Associated with Confined Space Incidents
Confined space work is inherently high-risk—and when incidents occur, the costs can be catastrophic. The financial toll is not limited...
Luke Dam
Jul 22, 20254 min read
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