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The Human Side of Safety

The Human Side of Safety

Let’s dive into the transformative power of HOP—Human and Organizational Performance.
In today’s complex work environments, even the most skilled employees make mistakes. The key isn’t to eliminate human error—it’s to lead differently because of it.

Join Rana DeBoer, Executive + Organizational Coach and Founder of VOLT Talent Strategy, for a high-impact day exploring how leaders can create safer, more resilient workplaces by evolving to HOP principles that strengthen trust, communication, learning, and results.

Intended for, senior leaders, supervisors, safety professionals, HR, operations, organizational development leaders, or anyone passionate about creating a proactive, learning-driven safety culture, this class promises to connect human behavior with organizational systems. Leaders will move from blame to learning and from compliance to genuine care—where safety and performance thrive side by side.

  • Date: October 7, 2026
  • Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Location: DMACC Urban Campus
  • Investment: $850 per seat – Includes Lunch
  • Registration: Register here or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu

Instructor: Rana DeBoer

Class Objectives:

After this class, participants will be able to: 

  1. Understand HOP Principles - Grasp the fundamentals of Human and Organizational Performance, including the recognition of human fallibility, the importance of learning from errors, and how to enhance organizational resilience.
  2. Explore the Role of Leadership in HOP - Learn how leadership mindset and behavior determine whether HOP thrives or fails—discover ways to foster trust, open communication, and continuous improvement across your organization.
  3. Identify and Mitigate Risks - Develop strategies to anticipate and address systemic factors that contribute to human error, empowering leaders to prevent incidents and build stronger operational systems.
  4. Enhance Organizational Learning - Turn near-misses into insights and safety events into opportunities for progress. Create a workplace culture where people speak up, learn, and improve together.
  5. Apply Practical Strategies - Through real-world examples and case studies, you’ll walk away with actionable tools to integrate HOP into daily operations—improving performance, safety, and overall well-being.

About the Instructor:

Rana DeBoer is a nationally recognized leadership and culture strategist known for transforming how organizations lead people and performance. As Founder and Chief Impact Officer of VOLT Talent Strategy, she helps leaders integrate modern well-being, culture, and safety practices to achieve exceptional results. Rana’s programs blend behavioral science and business strategy with practical tools that leaders can use immediately.