One Choice Can Change Everything
Workplace Safety & Mental Wellbeing Speaker across the UK and EuropeSteven Kirby turns a near-fatal workplace accident and its mental aftermath into a powerful keynote about behavioural safety, speaking up and the choices people make under pressure.
Real Talk. Real Risks. Real Change.
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Real Talk. Real Risks. Real Change.
See how Steven brings workplace safety, human behaviour and mental wellbeing to life for teams across the UK and Europe.
A story people remember
Safety becomes personal when people understand the consequences
I spent twenty years working in construction. During a hydrostatic pressure test, one choice put me in the line of fire when a pipe failed under pressure.
I survived, but the accident affected far more than my physical health. PTSD, anxiety and depression followed. My recovery changed how I understand risk, workplace culture and the importance of speaking honestly about mental wellbeing.
Today, I share that lived experience with site teams, leaders and conference audiences across the UK and Europe. The message is direct, relatable and designed to stay with people long after the event.
The keynote
One Choice, One Life
A hard-hitting workplace safety and mental wellbeing talk about shortcuts, pressure, confidence versus competence and the voice that says, “It’ll be alright.”
Stop and Reassess Risk
Recognise complacency, shortcuts and time pressure before a choice becomes an incident.
Speak Up and Report
Encourage people to challenge unsafe work, raise concerns and ask for help without fear.
Connect Safety and Wellbeing
Understand how stress, distraction and mental health can affect decisions at work.
What clients say
Real impact in the room
“Highly recommend Steve and his story to any organisation looking to promote behavioural safety and positively change mindsets. A gripping session and well worth the time taken out of the working day.”
Ways to work with Steven
Speaking first. Support when you need it.
Workplace Safety & Mental Wellbeing Talks
Keynotes and safety stand-down talks for construction, engineering, utilities, infrastructure and wider workplace audiences. Each session can be shaped around your people, risks and event objectives.
Coaching & Wellbeing Support
Practical one-to-one and workplace support for confidence, mindset, resilience and healthier habits.
Podcast appearances
Listen to Steven’s story and safety insights
Selected conversations about workplace safety, mental wellbeing, recovery and the choices that shape our lives.
Latest insights
Safety and wellbeing resources
Practical thinking for safer decisions, stronger teams and more honest workplace conversations.
Speaking in Frankfurt: Safety Has to Reach the People Doing the Work
I am Steven Kirby of SKLifeCoachUK. This photograph was taken while I was speaking for John Paul Construction at the Kelsterbach Rechenzentrum project near Frankfurt. The post explains why behavioural safety and mental wellbeing have to reach the people doing the work across Europe.
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UK and Europe
Safety stand-downs · Conferences · Leadership events
Frequently asked questions
Planning your event
What does One Choice, One Life cover?
The keynote covers behavioural safety, shortcuts, time pressure, confidence versus competence, communication, reporting and mental wellbeing through Steven’s lived experience.
Which audiences is the talk suitable for?
It is suitable for site teams, leaders and conference audiences across construction, engineering, utilities, infrastructure and other safety-critical workplaces.
Where does Steven deliver talks?
Steven is based in East Yorkshire and delivers workplace safety and mental wellbeing talks throughout the UK and Europe.
How do I book Steven?
Send an enquiry using the form above or visit the contact page. Include your date, location, audience and event objectives where possible.