David Lynn

Author, Speaker, and President of Peak Safety Performance, LLC.

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David Lynn

Author, Speaker, and President of Peak Safety Performance, LLC.

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South Carolina

Why Book

David Lynn delivers motivational keynote talks that draw from his experiences working for performance-driven companies.
His company, Peak Safety Performance, LLC is a safety consulting firm that helps clients develop strategic safety plans that address everyday challenges.

Biography

David Lynn is a native of Greenville, South Carolina, and he graduated from Furman University in 1991. He has published articles in EHS Today, Occupational Hazards Magazine, AIST, ISHN, PTQ, and The Leader. David has also written the book Principle to Practice and co-authored the book, 22 Ways That Will Make You A Champion For Safety. He has been a guest speaker at various conferences such as the National Safety Council Conference, VPPPA Conference, South Carolina Manufacturers Association Conference, Milliken Safety Conference, American Institute of Steel Technology Conference, EHS Today Magazine Web Expos, and regional ASSE Conferences.

David Lynn delivers motivational keynote talks that draw from his experiences working for performance-driven companies. Through a unique blend of work experiences with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration), Duracell, Owens Corning, and Fluor, David has witnessed leadership styles that drive success. With a unique style and candid humor, David shares what he has seen and heard in these competitive environments.

David used his diverse background as a foundation to enter the consulting world as a High Performance Safety Leadership consultant. His company, Peak Safety Performance, LLC is a safety consulting firm that helps clients develop strategic safety plans that address everyday challenges. With safety transformation initiatives and leadership training, Peak Safety Performance can solve problems and achieve client goals. Other services include leading indicator development, contractor safety management, root cause analysis training, and strategic planning for safety.

A Background For Success

David Lynn began his safety career in 1992 working for OSHA as a Compliance Officer. He conducted more than 200 safety inspections that included audit, complaint, and fatality investigations. David witnessed the good and the bad of health and safety management across a variety of industries. The regulatory perspective helped David see his job with a well-rounded point of view and enabled him to transition into an EHS Engineer’s role at a Duracell battery plant in South Carolina. The facility manufactured Duracell AA & AAA batteries for North America.

For five years, David led injury prevention strategies with a large workforce in a high demand industry with unique hazards. In 2000, David accepted the challenge to work for Owens Corning as an EHS leader during the construction phase of a state-of-the-art, Cultured Stone facility in South Carolina. David managed construction health and safety and coordinated all environmental permitting processes for the site. He was also instrumental in the start-up phases of the plant and he remained as the EHS Leader for the plant until 2004.

David Lynn started work with Fluor in 2004 as a US Regional HSE Manager based in Greenville, South Carolina. Fluor is one of the world’s largest construction and engineering firms, known for their ability to execute complex projects with exceptional health & safety performance. In 2008, David became the Senior Programs Manager for the Corporate HSE group. In this role, David led a team responsible for corporate HSE training, auditing, workers’ compensation, substance abuse, regulatory compliance, HSE communications, and high impact corporate programs such as OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). In 2008, David successfully led the corporate initiative to achieve Corporate VPP status with OSHA. Fluor has been recognized twice by Occupational Hazards Magazine as one of America’s Safest Companies.

Programs

Enablers + Disablers in Safety: Do you help or hurt your culture?

(Category: Leadership, Transformation, Culture)

This presentation will explain 6 subtle ways leaders unintentionally disable the potential of their safety program and it will focus on 6 ways that they can ENABLE safety success. Safety is a mindset that should be integrated into the full cycle of work. The way we think and talk about safety is important. Learn how we can help and not hurt the process.

The Impact of AI in Safety Communication Strategies

(Category: Leadership, Communication, Culture)

Great leaders use a variety of tools to communicate their message. With AI, you can create images that look like you and sound like you. Your AI image can speak multiple languages. Learn what is available for you to enhance your safety communication strategy.

Hearts + Minds Safety Leadership: What does a safe day look like?

(Category: Leadership, Culture)

This presentation is intended to provide knowledge for those individuals who may have responsibility for coaching, facilitating, instructing, implementing, and leading safety. This presentation will reference Hearts + Minds leadership principles such as;

People make mistakes.
Error-likely situations are predictable.
Organizational processes and values influence behavior.
Front-line leaders motivate safe behaviors. 5
Events can be avoided by understanding the reasons mistakes occur and applying the lessons learned from past events.
Learning is an improvement strategy. The presentation will also offer simple methods to minimize mistakes with engagement and planning.

Why Did I Do That? 10 Reasons We Take Chances

Category: Leadership, Decision Making, Trend Analysis)

The dynamics of how we make decisions is complex and our ability to perceive danger is one of the first steps to prevent injuries. If risk perception is the first step to preventing injuries, developing the appropriate level of risk tolerance can guide you to make the right decisions. This presentation opens a dialog for how to improve safety performance by understanding why people take chances.

It Made Sense at the Time: CONTEXT Root Cause Analysis

(Category: Leadership, Root Cause Analysis)

The topic provides a tactical approach to identifying the causes of an event. Instructors teach participants to apply proven techniques that will help them learn the context of the event. Once participants can understand the context, they have a better chance to influence the future.

Put Safety Principles into Practice: Follow the Blue Line

(Category: Leadership, Safety Management System)

This presentation is based on David Lynn’s book, Principle to Practice; Follow the Blue Line. The talk shows you a road map for how to take a human performance principles and put them into practice. It will help you build a safety framework designed to help minimize the impact of human error. Each practice is also a leading indicator that you measure and track your progress.

6 keys to Make Safety Contagious

(Category: Leadership, Communication, Marketing, Change Management)

There are six components that make a message, initiative, or product contagious in Jonah Berger’s book, Contagious; Why Things Catch On. Each component is a missing link to many safety communication campaigns. You can differentiate your safety culture if you learn and apply these practical applications. Participants will leave the session with a clear vision of what they need to do next to make their safety program contagious.

Performance Based Safety Leadership: The Leadership Triangle

(Category: Leadership, Performance)

Most corporations claim similar safety values, but few companies deliver world class safety performance. Why is there disparity in safety performance? Simple, some companies lack the right safety character, mentality, and drive to achieve top ten results. Average companies normally have a comprehensive knowledge of fundamental safety concepts, but they are missing a “boots on the ground” engagement that produces top ten results. The goal for this presentation is to provide a method to balance your safety character and mentality with desired results.

Sustainable Project Delivery: How to make the initiative last?

(Category: Leadership, Transformation, Culture)

Great ideas are common but effective implementation is rare. This presentation will help you avoid the pitfalls of introducing a “flavor of the month” safety initiative. This Sustainable Project Delivery model will focus on 5 critical steps to roll out your ideas and anchor them into your culture. The process will help build sustainable safe habits individually and organizationally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is David Lynn?

David Lynn is a workplace safety consultant, author, keynote speaker, and president of Peak Safety Performance, LLC. Based in South Carolina, he brings extensive experience in safety leadership, organizational performance, and workplace risk management. His professional background includes work with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Duracell, Owens Corning, and Fluor. He is also the author of Principle to Practice and co-author of 22 Ways That Will Make You a Champion for Safety.

2. What does David Lynn speak about?

David Lynn speaks about workplace safety, safety leadership, employee engagement, accountability, risk management, and organizational performance. His presentations help organizations develop stronger safety cultures, improve leadership practices, and turn safety strategies into everyday workplace behaviors. He draws on his experience across multiple industries to explain how leaders can influence employee decisions, identify risks, and improve safety outcomes. His topics include developing a questioning attitude, high-performance safety leadership, and building effective safety strategies.

3. What audiences is David Lynn best suited for?

David Lynn is well suited for corporate executives, safety directors, environmental health and safety (EHS) professionals, operations managers, supervisors, and employees across industries such as manufacturing, construction, energy, and industrial services. His presentations are particularly valuable for organizations seeking to strengthen safety culture, improve employee accountability, reduce workplace risks, and align safety initiatives with business objectives. He is also a strong fit for safety conferences, industry conventions, leadership meetings, and professional development programs focused on workplace safety and operational excellence.

4. What makes David Lynn different from other workplace safety speakers?

David Lynn combines hands-on experience in workplace safety with practical knowledge of leadership and organizational performance. His background working with OSHA and major industrial companies allows him to connect safety principles to real-world workplace challenges. Through candid storytelling, humor, and actionable strategies, he helps audiences understand how leadership decisions, employee behaviors, and organizational systems influence safety outcomes. His approach emphasizes moving beyond compliance toward a proactive culture of continuous improvement.

5. How do I book David Lynn for an event?

To check David Lynn’s availability or request a quote, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau by calling 973-313-9800, emailing info@eaglestalent.com, or visiting David Lynn’s speaker profile on EaglesTalent.com and completing the booking inquiry form.

6. What are David Lynn’s speaking fees?

David Lynn’s speaking fee varies depending on the event format, location, audience size, and specific program requirements. To receive an exact quote, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau by calling 973-313-9800, emailing info@eaglestalent.com, or submitting a check availability request through his speaker profile page.

7. Can David Lynn customize his keynote for my audience?

Yes. David Lynn’s presentations can be tailored to an organization’s industry, safety priorities, and business objectives. His expertise in safety leadership and consulting allows him to address specific challenges, including contractor safety management, root cause analysis, employee engagement, and the development of strategic safety plans. Event planners can work with Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau to identify the most relevant presentation and discuss how his experience can support their organization’s goals.

8. What do audiences say about David Lynn’s presentations?

David Lynn’s speaking profile emphasizes his engaging delivery, candid humor, and ability to connect practical safety lessons with real workplace experiences. His experience presenting at national and industry-specific safety conferences reflects his focus on helping professionals identify actionable ways to improve safety performance. Event planners can contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau for additional testimonials and information about his presentation style and suitability for their audience.