Why communication matters in risk management
Author: UNB Centre for Learning Futures
Posted on Mar 23, 2026
Category: Occupational Health and Safety , News and Events , Online Learning , Professional Development
Risk management is only as strong as the communication that supports it.
When information doesn’t flow clearly between people, teams, and organizations, gaps emerge—and those gaps can undermine even the strongest risk strategies.
Want to learn more? Don’t miss the upcoming free webinar hosted by safety expert Darrel Nickerson:
Effective Communication Tips for Your Risk Management Processes
April 22, 2026 at 2 p.m. ADT
Free online event: Register now
This webinar will explore how effective communication strengthens risk management and supports safer, more engaged workplaces. In this one-hour session, you will:
- Learn the importance of effective communication
- Discover how to develop a communication strategy for your risk program
- Gain tips and tools to help improve your communication effectiveness
Who should attend?
This webinar will benefit anyone who plays a role in supporting safe practices and wants to improve their communication effectiveness.
Limited-time savings
All registrants are eligible to receive $200 off one UNB Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) or Certificate in Management Essentials (CME) course. It’s a great opportunity to continue your professional development while reducing your program costs. This offer is available until April 30, 2026.
About the presenter
Darrel Nickerson has worked in the safety industry for nearly three decades. He is a Safety Consultant and Educator with DKN Safety Services and teaches in UNB's Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety program.
Darrel currently serves on the BCRSP Governing Board and received a 2024 Safety Star award from WorkSafeNB in recognition of his longstanding commitment to improving health and safety across the province.
This event marks the conclusion of the 2025-2026 season of UNB’s Let’s Talk Safety webinar series, created to support ongoing learning and professional development in the safety community.
Don’t miss your chance to learn from one of Canada’s leading safety experts and take advantage of this exclusive offer. Space is limited.
Register now to secure your spot
All registrants will receive a recording of the session to watch at their convenience.
Learn more about UNB's Online Occupational Health and Safety programs or reach out to us at customerservice@unb.ca.