Expert Tips On Increasing Worker Safety Awareness

Posted by Safetyattitudeinc on February 25th, 2015

Worker awareness is the key to avoiding workplace related accidents. Employees can learn to exercise safer practices through safety awareness efforts. Here are some of ways worker safety awareness can be improved at workplaces, brought to you by Safety Attitude Inc-the leading company for safety communications and safety education programs.

Safety should be viewed as every other aspect of business

Safety needs to be viewed at the same degree as every other aspect of business. The same amount of skill and effort needs to be applied to safety as with quality, cost, schedule, production, etc.

Use audio-visual aids for safety education

During employee orientation and training, make use of visual aids such as videos, demonstrations and role-playing games to emphasize office safety. Every workplace is different, so it is important to have a safety education program that is tailored to your business’s needs. Chris Loomis, the famous motivational safety speaker from Safety Attitude Inc offers a totally customized safety education that is focused on your outcomes. Through his presentation, your workers will learn how to develop a 24/7 safety attitude.

Zero tolerance for safety rule violence

A zero-tolerance policy on workplace violence and safety violations establishes an emphasis on safety within the workplace culture. Make all employees aware that violations of safety procedures are not tolerated. Create a way for employees to report violations. Take all reports seriously when it comes to employees not following procedures or reports of harassment that threaten the safety of your staff.

Motivate employees by offering incentives

Motivate employees to stay safe by offering incentives for those who use the proper procedures.  Involve supervisors in identifying employees who consistently behave with safety in mind. Incentive ideas include time off, monetary rewards or an award presented in front of other employees.

Workplace Ergonomics awareness

Workplace ergonomics is also an issue that needs awareness. Many industries have successfully implemented ergonomic solutions in their facilities as a way to address their workers' injury risks. These interventions have included modifying existing equipment, making changes in work practices and purchasing new tools or other devices to assist in the production process and spreading awareness about workplace safety. Making these changes has reduced physical demands, eliminated unnecessary movements, lowered injury rates and their associated workers' compensation costs and reduced employee turnover.

Involve workers in safety improvement programs

Assemble a team of volunteers from workers’ group to act as safety officers. Hold meetings and brainstorm ways to keep the office safe and promote office safety awareness. Assign different safety officers to respond to particular kinds of worker concerns and act as watchdogs to uncover potential safety problems.

Safety awareness in the workplace is the first step to ensuring an injury free zone. But, making sure that all employees are concerned with safety awareness can often be a difficult task. With the assistance of safety speakers like Chris Loomis from Safety Attitude Inc, respect for safety procedures can be developed in the workers, leading to less accidents and a safer work environment for all the workers.

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