Building a culture of safety means fostering an environment where employees and leadership prioritize safety as a core value.
Leadership should set the standard by establishing clear safety policies, leading by example, providing necessary resources, and holding everyone accountable.
Encouraging employee involvement through voicing safety concerns, recognizing safe behavior, forming safety committees, and fostering a culture of accountability is essential.
Adopting comprehensive training, transparent reporting and accountability policies, leveraging technology and equipment, and conducting continuous evaluation and improvements are key to building a long-term commitment to safety.