In this episode, Mark McBride-Wright sits down with Trish Kerin, the Director of the IChemE Safety Centre, to explore the critical intersection of process safety and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Trish shares her personal journey into the world of process safety, recounting pivotal moments that shaped her career. They delve into the challenges of fostering a common understanding of safety across engineering disciplines and the opportunities to leverage safety culture to promote more inclusive workplaces. Listeners will gain insights into the future of process safety, the role of technology, and Trish's unique "platypus philosophy" for identifying and managing weak signals. This conversation offers valuable perspectives for safety professionals, engineers, and leaders seeking to create safer, more connected, and equitable organisations.