6 essential elements of safety culture success
Employee safety
Employee safety is arguably an employer’s most important job, especially when considering that 4,764 workers were killed on the job in 2022, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) latest statistics.
Companies implement safety programs and procedures to address common workplace hazards, such as lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment (PPE), fire extinguisher use, and exit routes, each with a clear underlying goal of worker safety. However, a workplace safety program is only as strong as your stakeholders. Each employee needs to take safety seriously, and for many organizations, focusing on company culture, specifically a culture centered on safety, is the most effective way to ensure workplace safety.
Safety culture starting guide
Safety should be viewed as a common goal that brings every employee together, from the CEO to the entry-level associate. While establishing a safety culture may take time, we’ve curated this safety culture starting guide to help you along the way. Download now to learn the six essential areas a safety-serious company should focus on to grow its safety culture from the ground up:
- Management commitment
- Employee engagement
- Job hazard analysis and incident investigation
- Policies and procedures
- Training
- Measurable goals and accountability
Safety culture goes beyond a specific safety policy or program; it’s a way of doing business, a mindset, and an ingrained vision. Use this guide to sow the seeds of safety culture success, keep your employees safe, and help your business flourish.