Archive for June 2017
30 “Get Safety” Techniques
Any safety and health program needs the meaningful participation of workers and their representatives. Workers have much to gain from a successful program and the most to lose if the program fails. They also often know the most about potential hazards associated with their jobs. Successful programs tap into this knowledge base. Worker participation means…
Read MoreFather’s Day and Boating: United States Coast Guard APP for Boating Safety
Each year hundreds of lives are lost… thousands are injured… and millions of dollars of property damage occurs because of preventable recreational boating accidents on U.S. waterways. Too often pleasure outings turn tragic. You as a boat operator, passenger, or concerned individual can make a difference. Enjoy the Father’s Day weekend and have ‘SAFE FUN’…
Read MoreThe Leadership Oath for Safety — Nine Statements of Commitment
I am continuously asked, “What should a leader do to demonstrate a commitment to safety?” “What does it take to have a safety culture?” Well, here you go — Nine Statements of Leadership Commitment to Safety. They are not listed to ‘cherry pick’ which ones a leader should demonstrate and which ones can be ignored.…
Read MoreJune 12-18, OSHA’s New Campaign
From June 12-18, 2017, organizations are encouraged to join OSHA, the National Safety Council, the American Industrial Hygiene Association, the American Society of Safety Engineers, and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health for the inaugural Safe + Sound Week. The event is a nationwide effort to raise awareness of the value of workplace…
Read MoreHow to Survive a Mass Shooting: FREE Resources and FREE Videos in Six Languages
Numerous government agencies (federal, state and city), provide free resources for lone-shooter training and safety programs. No longer can we hide our head in the sand and say “It will not happen here.” Mass Shooter Tracker maintains data; do you think these people said, “It will not happen here?” No longer can we hide our head in the…
Read More25+ Ideas to Increase Employee Participation in Safety
Employee participation is vital to the success of safety and health programs. The workforce members often know the most about potential hazards associated with their jobs. Successful programs tap into this knowledge base. The following ideas may help encourage employee participation for safety. Action Item 1: Encourage workers to participate in the program By encouraging…
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