Safty
Everyone needs to feel safe (physical, emotional or psychological safety).
Safety (Physical)
By leveraging data analysis, providing relevant information and facilitating communication, a Safe Workplace can be created and maintained
Several key steps and considerations to create and maintain a physically safe workplace
1. Risk Assessment
2. Safety Education and Training
3. Safety Equipment
4. Safety Policies and Procedures
5. Safety Culture
6. Continuous Improvements
7. Emergency Preparedness
8. Leadership Commitment
9. Compliance Assistance (information and instruction on display)
10. Incident Reporting
To create a safe physical working environment, you need to work with the following components:
1. Risk Assessment
2. Safety Training
3. Safety Equipment
4. Safety Policies and Procedures
5. Safety Culture
6. Continuous Improvement
7. Leadership Commitment
Identify potential hazards and assess the risks associated with tasks or activities. This involves considering factors such as equipment, environment, and human factors.
1. Risk Assessment:
2. Safety Training:
Provide comprehensive safety training to all employees to ensure they understand safety procedures, protocols and best practices relevant to their roles
3. Safety Equipment:
Provide necessary safety equipment and ensure it is properly maintained and used correctly. This includes personal protective equipment (PPE) e.g. helmets, gloves and goggles.
4. Safety Policies and Procedures:
Establish clear safety policies and procedures that outline expectations and guidelines for safe work practices. Ensure employees are aware of and adhere to these policies.
5. Safety Culture:
Foster a safety-conscious culture where safety is prioritized and valued by all employees, from top management to frontline workers. Encourage open communication, reporting of safety concerns and participation in safety initiatives.
6. Continuous Improvement:
Regularly review and evaluate safety performance, incident reports and near-misses to identify areas for improvement. Implement measures to address safety gaps and prevent future incidents.
7. Emergency Preparedness:
Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures to effectively respond to accidents, injuries or other safety incidents. Conduct regular drills and training exercises to ensure readiness.
8. Leadership Commitment:
Demonstrate leadership commitment to safety by allocating resources, providing support and actively participating in safety initiatives. Lead by example and promote a culture of safety at all levels of the organisation.
By incorporating these practices into daily operations, organisations can create a safe work environment where employees feel protected, valued and empowered to prioritise safety in their work.
Safety (Emotional or psychological safety)
Creating emotional or psychological safety involves several key strategies:
1. Trust
2. Open Communication
3. Active Listening
4. Respect
5. Empathy
6. Conflict Resolution
7. Clear Expectations
8. Feedback and Recognition
9. Boundaries
1. Trust
Trust forms the foundation of emotional safety.
Is created through building trust in a working group and it involves a combination of actions, behaviours and communication that demonstrate:
- Integrity
- Sincerity
- Reliability
- Consistency
- Commitment
- Competence
Here are some ways to create trust:
- Be honest and transparent
- Follow through on commitments
- Demonstrate competence
- Act with integrity
- Listen actively
- Respect others
- Be reliable
- Admit mistakes
- Maintain confidentiality
- Build relationships
2. Open Communication
Encourage open and honest communication within the team, so that individuals feel comfortable expressing their thoughts, feelings, and concerns without fear of judgment or reprisal.
3. Active Listening
Encourage open and honest communication within the team, where individuals feel comfortable expressing their thoughts, feelings and concerns without fear of judgment or punishment.
4. Respect
Treat each team member with respect and dignity, regardless of their background, opinions or contributions. Foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and accepted.
5. Empathy
Cultivate empathy by putting yourself in others' shoes and seeking to understand their experiences and emotions. Show compassion and support when team members are struggling or facing challenges.
6. Conflict Resolution
Address conflicts and disagreements in a constructive and respectful manner, focusing on finding mutually acceptable solutions and maintaining relationships. Provide a safe space for expressing differing opinions and resolving conflicts collaboratively.
7. Clear Expectations
Clarify expectations, roles, and responsibilities within the team to reduce ambiguity and minimize misunderstandings. Ensure everyone knows what is expected of them and feels confident in their ability to meet those expectations.
8. Feedback and Recognition
Clarify expectations, roles, and responsibilities within the team to reduce ambiguity and minimize misunderstandings. Ensure everyone knows what is expected of them and feels confident in their ability to meet those expectations.
