BS :- Safety Always Culture and its importance

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Chapter : Behavioral Safety

Safety Always Culture & Its Importance  

Our safety goal is  "Zero Lost Time Accidents" . We need 100% participation. But what is your responsibility to achieve this goal? Safety, of course…but what does that look like?


Work and play safely wherever you are and whatever you are doing. 

Safety goals are not about living your life in a bubble. They’re about performing tasks in a manner that minimizes possible negative outcomes (injury, illness, death). Climbing a ladder? Have a spotter; don’t lean out too far to your left or right. Running to the store quickly? Wear your seatbelt and slow down. Skydiving? Better make sure your parachute works! Get the idea?

Get training before performing unfamiliar tasks. 

ALWAYS ASK for training if you are going to use a piece of unfamiliar machinery, or work in an unfamiliar environment. Confirm that you have all of the PPE you need to perform the task safely. Would you try flying a plane without instruction? Or using a chainsaw for the first time without reading a manual or having someone show you? Some equipment, or environments have less than obvious hazards, which is why it is extremely important that you learn all you can before performing the task.

Watch out for each other. 

It turns out that common sense is a rare commodity. If you see a coworker performing an unsafe task, say something immediately. Not only for his / her safety, but for your and the company’s benefit as well. If someone is injured on the job, it affects all of us. For Safety’s Sake, Do Something!

Importance of Safety Culture

1. There is visible leadership commitment at all levels of the organization.
2. All employees throughout the organization exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety topics.
3. There is a clear definition of the desired culture the organization wishes to achieve.
4. There is a lack of competing priorities - safety comes in first every time! 
5. There is visible evidence of a financial investment in health and safety.
6. Opportunities for improvement are identified and resolved before a problem occurs.
7. There is regular, facility-wide communication on health and safety topics.
8. A fair and just discipline system is in place for all employees.
9. There is meaningful involvement in health and safety from everyone in the organization.
10. Managers spend an adequate amount of time out on the shop floor, where the people are.
11. Participation rates are at an all-time high, indicating that employees are highly motivated and your marketing of health and safety initiatives is effective.
12. Employees are actively engaged in health and safety initiatives, producing tangible results for your company.
13. Your employees report high job satisfaction due to the company’s commitment to their health and well-being.
14. Safety is the first item on the agenda of every meeting.
15. Employees feel comfortable reporting safety issues to their supervisors.
16. Regular, detailed audits of the company’s health and safety program are conducted by an external auditor.
17. Rewards and recognition of good behaviors are regularly given and serve to motivate continued health and safety performance.
18. Safety is a condition of employment.
19. Managers and supervisors respond positively to safety issues that are raised.
20. Safety is viewed as an investment, not a cost.
21. A high standard exists for accurate and detailed reporting of injuries and illnesses -nothing is swept under the rug!
22. There is a concrete definition of what success looks like for your health and safety program.
23. The organization has the will power to make major changes when necessary.
24. Safety issues are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner.
25. All employees throughout the organization are empowered with the necessary resources and authority to find and fix problems as they see them.