Safety is a Core Workplace Value
Workplace values, specifically safety and health, are crucial for fostering a positive work environment. This analysis delves into the importance, communication, and creation of these values.
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Safety is a Core Workplace Value December 6, 2023 Pamela Barclay
Nationwide Listening Conversations At least one conversation in every region Excluding the Region 3 conference, average of 7-8 participants per conversation 10 451 33 Participants Conversations Regions
Data Analysis Interview transcripts were uploaded to NVivo, a software that allows for coding and thematic review of qualitative data. Codes were developed based on the questions in the learning conversation toolkit. In many cases, participants would discuss multiple topics during the discussion of one question. Learning Notes coded based on answers Notes coded and reviewed by 2nd person Data outputs of major themes Conversation notes uploaded to NVivo
What does Safety as a Core Value mean to you?
Determine the extent to which safety is currently a workplace value Majority of company values include safety and health companies value their workers and know that safe environments are also profitable Majority of participants personal values align with company s safety and health values Meetings, workshops, trainings, and physical materials are the primary ways safety and health values are being communicated in the workplace 28% 72% Values are about Safety & Health Values are Not about Safety & Health
Communication of Safety and Health Values Meetings or Workshops 26% Trainings 20% Physical Materials 19% Emails or Digital Communication 11% Other 9% Not Communicated 6% Topic Specific or Stories 4% Evaluations or Reviews 4% Minimal Communication 2% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% Frequency of Response
Learn how workplace values are created, promoted, and supported Make safety personal employees need a personal connection to and involvement in their workplace Leadership must embody values lead by example and utilize opportunities to act and influence workplace culture Workplace culture is from both leadership and employees leaders create the opportunity for a workplace culture to evolve, from which employee champions/influencers arise
Value Creation, Support & Promotion 1 Make it Personal 2 3 4 13% 6% Leadership 42% Workplace Culture 14% Repetition 5 25% Other Frequency of themes
Explore how values could be expanded to include safety and health Leadership sets the tone- buy-in from the top and employee trust in leadership sets the tone for safety culture Make safety personal to increase employee engagement Repetition Emphasizing the importance of safety in and out of work, through different media, and from all levels of employees creates a strong safety culture Profitability matters Businesses have to buy into the financial value of safety Make safety easy
Facilitators for Adopting Leadership 50% Engaging Employees 37% Making it Personal 13%
Barriers for Adopting Leadership and Staffing 40% Company Resources and Values 36% Cultural Barriers 23%
How to Promote Repetition Personal Leadership Approachable
Data Conclusion How do we reach the businesses that don t hold safety as a core value? Roles Personal Repetition
Safety and Health Programs Recommended Practices for Safety & Health Programs Recognition Programs and On-site Consultation Safety & Health Program Step- by-Step Guide Safe + Sound Campaign Leading Indicators OSHA #7500 Safety Pays What s Next?
Under Development Come Home Safe Video Series Core Elements of Safety and Health Series SHP Step-by-Step Guide leveling up SHP Expert Video Shorts Inclusion of SHPs in Settlement Agreements Toolbox Talks OSHA Staff Safety as a Core Value 101 Guide Webinar or training on Safety as a Core Value and behavior change tactics Culture Change brief and decision-making tool for employers
