Critics of behavior-based safety (BBS) claim injury prevention requires a holistic, system-level approach. Behavioral observation and feedback among line workers is not enough. Plus, management must not use BBS as an excuse to shirk its responsibilities, such as developing a more user-friendly workplace and maintaining accountability systems that keep safety integral to daily work activities.
Guess what? I agree. Actually, I've never heard a BBS trainer or consultant disagree with these arguments. BBS reflects a philosophy and a set of tools that supports any ongoing safety initiative - especially those that are holistic, system-focused, and management-driven.