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In Part 2 of this episode on weather-related workplace risks, let’s take a closer look at heat stress and why early action matters. Hear from Ms Jaime Lim, Director, Major Hazards Department and OSH Specialist Department, Occupational Safety and Health Division, Ministry of Manpower; Dr Jason Lee Kai Wei, Director, Heat Resilience and Performance Centre, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National U...

As Singapore prepares for warmer weather and a potentially more intense dry season, Part 1 of this episode on weather-related workplace risks discusses how conditions such as rising temperatures, heavy rain, lightning, strong winds and haze are becoming a growing workplace safety and health concern. Hear from Ms Jaime Lim , Director, Major Hazards Department and OSH Specialist Department, Occupati...

Safety outcomes are rarely determined by technical knowledge alone — they hinge on influence. In this episode, we explore how safety leaders can better frame risks, build trust, and shape decisions at the top to drive meaningful workplace safety and health (WSH) outcomes. Featuring Mr Danny Chua, President of the Association of Process Industry and CEO of CYC International Pte Ltd, and Mr Bernard...

⚠️ “See the light, or else you will feel the heat.” That is how the Commissioner for Workplace Safety and Health (WSH), Silas Sng, underscores the importance of taking WSH seriously. In this special 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: 𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗦𝗛 episode, we speak with the Commissioner to reflect on key WSH developments in 2025, and what they mean for companies and workers as we move through 2026. Singap...

Singapore ranks among the safest countries globally for workplace safety performance, but sustaining this requires consistent effort and vigilance. In this episode of Let’s Talk, we speak to Ricky Loo, CEO, CWT Integrated Pte Ltd, Christopher Koh, General Manager, WSH Council, and Susan Teo, EHS Manager, Shimizu Corporation and Executive Committee Member of the Built Environment and Urban Trades E...

Noise-induced hearing loss remains the leading occupational disease in Singapore, but it is also one of the most preventable. In this episode of Let’s Talk, we speak with two experts — Er. Lim Sui Soon, Honorary Secretary of the Singapore Institution of Safety Officers (SISO) and Member of the WSH Council (Manufacturing) Committee, and Dr Melvin Seng, Occupational Medicine Specialist and Programme...

Join Mr Adam Bernhardt, Head of Safety & Well-being at Airbus Asia Pacific, together with Mr Daniel Lim and Mr Joseph Kalaivanar from the Well-being Champions Network, as they discuss what it truly takes to build a caring and resilient workplace. For Adam, well-being is both personal and policy. His journey into this field was shaped by a serious workplace injury and the loss of a colleague to...

This is Part 3 of our Tripartite Connect 2025 special podcast series, where the panel explored the role of senior management and leaders in shaping WSH culture. Hear from Chairman of the WSH Council, Mr Abu Bakar Mohd Nor, who stressed that safety must be part of a company’s one culture, not treated as separate. Leaders set purpose, inspire, and role model the standards. Panellists also shared how...

This audio podcast is part two of our Tripartite Connect 2025 special. It looks at the business case for safety, and how safe practices can increase output, cut downtime, and lower costs. Panellists from Galmon, NTUC and ASME shared how a preventive culture, training and the use of technology can help companies save money and build trust among their stakeholders. They also spoke about culture and...

This audio podcast is part one of a series that covers the panel discussion at Tripartite Connect 2025, with a topical focus on changing mindsets on workplace safety. The dialogue explored how investing in WSH not only protects workers but also strengthens business performance. It also addressed perceptions that accidents “won’t happen to me” and that safety “costs too much”. Hear from Mr Abu Baka...

Stress is a common aspect of work life, but it's important for us to recognise when it becomes excessive and compromises our well-being. How do we recognise the signs of burnout and take action before it affects our well-being? In this episode of Let’s Talk, hosts and Coordinators of the Well-being Champions Network Daniel Lim and Joseph Kalaivanar sit down with Porsche Poh of Silver Ribbon Singap...

In Part 2 of the “Let's Talk: Normalising Mental Health Conversations” podcast, Shauna Soh, Clara Chen, Michelle Martin, and Porsche Poh delve deeper into workplace mental well-being. Further to unpacking the causes and signs of depression and anxiety, our guests shed light on how these challenges impact individuals and their work lives. Find out actionable, “done and tested” ways in which employe...

What makes mental health at the workplace so important? In this podcast, Shauna Soh, Clara Chen, Michelle Martin, and Porsche Poh discuss the value of promoting mental well-being and how companies can begin their journey to create a supportive environment and a safe space for employees. Open conversations about mental health play an important role in reducing stigma and helps employees feel safe t...

In this final instalment of our three-part podcast, host Daniel Lim and guests Porsche Poh from Silver Ribbon (Singapore) and Joseph Kalaivanar from the Well-being Champions Network (WCN) discuss the growing importance of mental well-being in building healthier, more resilient workplaces and its impact on organisational success. Building on insights shared in Parts 1 and 2, they offer practical ad...

In the second of our three-part podcast, host Daniel Lim continues his conversation with Porsche Poh from Silver Ribbon (Singapore) and Joseph Kalaivanar from the Well-being Champions Network (WCN). Join them as they discuss the importance of communication and support systems in promoting workplace mental well-being, and how to create safe spaces for open discussions. Hear our guests speak about c...

How can organisations foster a culture that supports mental well-being in the workplace? In this first of a three-part podcast, host Daniel Lim is joined by Porsche Poh from Silver Ribbon (Singapore) and Joseph Kalaivanar from the Well-being Champions Network. Together, the guests discuss the lingering effects of COVID-19 on employee mental health, highlighting that there are still individuals who...

In this episode of "Let’s Talk: Is Stronger WSH in Procurement the Key to a Safer Construction Industry?", we explore how the construction industry can further strengthen its workplace safety and health (WSH) performance with enhancements to its procurement processes. Our guests, Mr Tan Swee Yiow, President of the Real Estate Developers’ Association of Singapore (REDAS), and Mr Lee Kay Chai, Presi...