Ten Principles for Safety Leadership

摘要

This article offers 10 principles for effective safety leadership that can enrich a work culture and bring the best out of a talented workforce. Most of these principles are relevant for people at all levels of an organization as people at all levelshave opportunities to lead others in either a formal or informal capacity.Developing a Total Safety Culture requires providing appropriate resources. These resources must go beyond simply providing the proper tools and equipment. Supportive leaders demonstrate safety as a value and allow, encourage and recognize people's contributions. Effective organizational systems support and reward safe behaviors. Also leaders ensure people are provided opportunities to develop competence in the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to work safely.