Workers rely on their employers to keep them safe. According to a recent survey on worker safety many companies are falling short.
Know Your Rights
According to a recent study by the Bureau of Labor, 52% of workers believe that their workplace is unsafe. It is the role of facility management to ensure that the workplace promotes a positive safety culture. When this fails, OSHA has established a program for employees to report dangerous working conditions without the fear of retaliation. All employees should know their rights when it comes to proper workplace practices.
Operational Resilience
25% of all businesses that suffer a major accident never reopen. Creating a culture of safety involves simple practices that lead to large changes in behavior. Start by conducting a facility safety audit. Be open with employees and allow them to voice their concerns without fear of repercussions. Establish a roadmap for long-term success.
Culture Starts at the Top
Sites that make workers feel safe, valued, and engaged have higher morale, productivity and retention. Here are six tips to establish and maintain a strong and positive safety culture in your workplace:
Building a positive safety culture is an important factor in the success of any business. Invest in safety strategies to become better-equipped to handle unexpected challenges. Form positive relationships with workers and actively engage with them on behalf of their own safety. The result is a healthier worksite, greater productivity and higher profitability.