How is safety perceived at your organization?  We recently read an interesting article about the different perception of safety depending on the role of the person.

Read more of the article here.

Wouldn’t it great if all parts of the organization had the same view of safety.  Is there an easy way to accomplish this?  No, but the implementation of safety programs that provide a complete approach to safety can make the process easier.  A sample safety program could include:

1. Develop Safety goals- Create a target goal(s) for safety.  Reduce loss time claims, improve certification results, etc.
2. Safety Training-  Training provides the basic knowledge of the issues and makes employees more risk aware
3. Safety Behavior Observations- Behavior observations help engage the employee into the process and provide a level of ownership in the safety process
4. Safety hazard inspections and audits- Completion of audits and inspections helps ensure the knowledge and skills related to safety are being used and that the environment encourages safe behavior
5. Verification- Analysis of the observations, audits, and inspections to measure results and quantify the potential issues and concerns
6. Feedback- “Toolbox” talks with employees about the results increase knowledge and awareness of concerns
7. Reward- Providing an incentive for employees being proactive in completing safety training, safety responsibilities, demonstrating safe work behaviors,  remaining safe, and meeting corporate safety program goals.

Each safety program will differ based on the organization, but regardless it is important that all parties in the organization feel a connection to building a company-wide safety culture of excellence.

intRAtrain™ and inspectiTRAC™ by Russell Associates can help with many aspects of the safety program.  Contact us if you have any questions.