There is a very good chance that we have all heard that safety starts at the top. This is not a cliché’ as some may think. All safe workplace efforts must start with top management leading the way with a vision for the company. An organization’s safety culture is ultimately reflected in the way in which safety is managed in the workplace. Safety leadership is critical to optimize safety culture and prevent injuries.
Managers play a vital role in the daily development and maintenance of your workplace culture. The more effective leadership is, the more concentrated efforts will be seen. There is compelling research that demonstrates that the management philosophy and core values of an organization are the most important factor determining its safety performance. For example, companies with the lowest lost-time injury rates have the highest level of management commitment and employee involvement. Optimizing management support for safety is a key ingredient for safety culture improvement and reduction of injuries