Speakers

Scott Barber is a safety leader, strategist, and communicator with over two decades of experience advancing high-risk industry practice through innovation, education, and advocacy. As CEO of the Working at Height Association (WAHA), and CEO of Scaffolding Association Australia, he has transformed it into an internationally recognised safety body driving regulatory alignment, collaboration, and industry engagement. His role as CEO of the Scaffolding Association of Australia (SAA), Scott provides strategic leadership and industry advocacy, working with members, regulators, government and standards bodies to strengthen safety, competency, professionalism and best practice across the scaffolding industry.

A published writer and sought-after speaker, Scott advises government, emergency services, and industry on falls prevention, rescue readiness, and high-risk system design. He works with regulators and universities, including RMIT and the University of Newcastle, on adaptive learning, engagement frameworks, and high-risk safety strategy.

Grounded in human-centred design, Scott translates complex challenges into practical strategies that improve safety, build capability, and save lives.