PASSION FOR SAFETY

2. World-Class Safety Program PASSION FOR SAFETY Leadership does make a difference! Leadership qualities of a world-class safety program Safety processes of a world-class safety program Culture

3. PASSION FOR SAFETY • Why did you kill my son? • Tragic events are defining moments. • Inspire all to get “passion for safety” without experiencing a fatality.

4. Good News The construction industry statistics continue to improve. Bad News The construction profession leads the industry for number of accidents and fatalities in the U.S. for decades.

5. World-Class Safety Program • A safety culture supported by all employees, and a work environment where accidents are not tolerated – a zero–accident mentality.

6. The subject of construction is very complex with many variables that affect safety World Class Safety Program

7. Safety Background • Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906. • Federal Employers Liability Act of 1908. • Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act of 1936. • Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938. • Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

8. OSHA LAW • Wake-up call to American employers. • Reduce on-the-job injuries. • Educate and train employees about hazards. • Prime contractor has overall responsibility. • Subcontractors assume responsibility for their work.

9. OSHA Leading Cause of Worker Deaths • Falls. • Electrocutions. • Struck by object. • Caught-in-between.1

10. Behavior-Based Safety • Behavior contributes to most injuries. • Physical Environment. • Social environment – culture. • Craftsman’s experience.2

11. Safety Programs • Safety is your legal responsibility. • Safety is your moral responsibility. • Safety improves quality. • Safety improves performance.

12. World-Class Safety Program Safety Performance Leadership Qualities Safety Processes Unsafe Conditions Unsafe Behavior Observation Process Working Interface Leading Indicators Lagging Indicators Organizational Culture Safety Programs Safety Experts B. F. Skinner Government &Organizations Leadership Authors

13. SAFETY RESEARCH STUDY • What are the leadership qualities contractors employ to have a world class safety program? • What are the safety processes contractors employ to have a world class safety program?

14. DELPHI CONSTRUCTION EXPERT PANEL • 70% senior leadership of organizations • 30% safety directors • 33 years in construction • 52,000 employees • 109 million man hours annually • 30 billion in revenue annually

15. LEADERSHIP MAKES A DIFFERENCE “It’s all about leadership” “You are not a leader if you have no followers.” • Ability to influence those in our organization. • Leading our families, civic, church and in our workplace. • Leadership for your safety program starts with you!

16. Leadership Qualities

17. Commitment “Commitment starts with you.” • You must be personally committed. • Practice what you preach with passion. • Engaged and actively involved. • Safety is a core value. • Zero-accident mentality.

19. Integrity “If there is no trust, there is no relationship”? • You earn trust by giving trust. • Integrity is the foundation of all relationships. • Moral obligation for the workman. • Share recognition with employees. • Admit mistakes and be open to feedback.

21. Accountability “Hold yourself accountable first, then others.” • You must be personally accountable. • Challenge others to be accountable for safety. • Hold your entire team accountable for safety. • Develop a sense of urgency. • Own problems and difficult issues.

23. Competence “Skilled craftsman will be known before Kings.” Proverbs 22:29 • Professional competence. • Continual learner and educator. • Challenge organization to pursue excellence. • Open-minded and have the ability to change. • Discipline and focus on safety. • People want to work for winners!

25. Value People “People are our most precious resource.” • Always show respect to all individuals. • Take time to invest in people. • Listen, listen, listen to those around you. • Build confidence, encourage others, and share recognition. • You have a moral obligation to get employees home to their families each night in a safe condition.

27. Vision “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” Proverbs 29:18 • Visible leader. • Constant communicator. • Passionate about safety. • Influential and inspiring. • Safety is a strategic issue.

29. Lead by Example “Does your walk match your talk?” • Role model. • Own and solve problems. • Coach, encourage, and share lessons learned. • Admit mistakes and be open to feedback. • Practice servant leadership.

31. Safety Processes

32. Learning Organization “Organizations must have a system for collecting institutional knowledge.” • Continuous improvement • Toolbox training • Classroom training • A coaching mindset • Lessons learned • Share and learn your mistakes

34. Structure “All companies must have formal systems, processes, and policies to endure.” • Policies • Systems • Standards • Processes

36. Measurement “What leadership measures will improve.” • Performance goals • Root cause analysis • Leading indicators • Lagging indicators • Safety surveys.

38. Accident Recordable Rate Best Contractor Performance Safety Record Contractor A .3 Contractor B .5 Contractor C .6 Contractor D .7 Contractor E .8 Worst Contractor Performance Contractor F 6.0 Contractor G 5.5 Contractor H 5.3 Contractor I 4.9 Contractor J 4.7

39. Best Practices for Safety Policies and Training.

41. Culture “You get the behavior you tolerate.” • The culture of the company is the DNA of the organization. • Culture is the daily behaviors of your employees. • Culture drives operational performance. • Operational performance leads to organizational success. • Values and systems define culture. • What is the culture of your company known for?

46. Summary World Class Safety Program • Leaders have a moral obligation for the well-being of their employees. • “Sins of Omission” • Leaders, what are you NOT doing that you could be doing to have a world-class safety program? • Apply these leadership qualities and safety processes to your organizationand you will have a world class safety program. Our responsibility is to build all projects without any one getting hurt on the job!

47. If you have an interest in obtaining the book, it will be available in October. Should you have interest in reviewing the safety research data the book is based on, go to the following link: www.pqdtopen.proquest.com In the search box type  “World Class Safety Program”