For many safety professionals, determining the causes of incidents and near misses can be a frustrating process, especially when workers fear being reprimanded. This leads to finger-pointing and scapegoating, which does nothing to identify and address the actions,...
The reasons for strong workplace safety programs are obvious: to protect life and limb, to avoid the costs of repairs, to avoid interruptions and obstacles in production, and to avoid citations and fines. But company managers may only appreciate the full cost of...
PEARL OF WISDOM OR FLAWED LOGIC? Workers in high-hazard industries are well aware that their jobs may carry inherent safety risks, and recurring safety training is virtually universal to prevent and mitigate unsafe situations. But, unfortunately, accidents continue to...
CHANGING SEASONS= CHANGING SAFETY The Mine Safety and Health Administration is promoting a new safety initiative to raise awareness that October is historically the most dangerous month in metal and nonmetal mining. During October, as sites prepare for fall and...
THE CORE CONCEPT OF PREDICTIVE SAFETY Good sense dictates that we should learn lessons from our mistakes so we avoid making them a second time. But must we always make the mistake before the lesson can be learned? Take the curious child who touches the hot stove after...
