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HSE leadership as the bedrock of a proactive safety culture. This section transforms the mindset of executives and line managers. Showcases how a personal example in using PPE, transparent communication, and zero tolerance create an atmosphere of trust.
HSE TOP 100 Ranking
The article tells about the first all-Russian HSE TOP 100 rating for directors and managers of occupational health and safety, industrial safety, and ecology. Participation in the project gives specialists the opportunity to make themselves known in the professional community, receive recognition from colleagues, and expert feedback at every stage. The features of the competition are also examined, including making presentations, personal brand development, and exchanging practical experience in...
How to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Safety Standards Implementation?
The article examines the experience of applying the organizational maturity assessment method to check the compliance of production sites with the requirements of corporate safety standards. Using the GC "RUST" as an example, the author shows why reporting on the formal implementation of rules does not always guarantee their actual execution on site. The publication explains how detailed checklists with the division of requirements by risk categories and a five-point scale allow identifying weak...
Process Transformation in Occupational Safety
Transformation of the HSE function in a large mining and metallurgical company by separating it into an independent vertical and shifting from a reactive model to a risk-oriented approach. Implementation of phased injury reduction KPIs, cross-functional collaboration, and targeted technological safety programs using digital tools.
Development of New Approaches to Leadership and Safety Culture
Transformation of safety culture approaches in a large corporation focusing on psychological safety, Human Performance, and a learning mindset. Revision of KPIs: moving away from tracking minor injuries in favor of deep analysis of serious and High Potential Incidents (HPI), and implementing Fair Event Handling for Life-Saving Rules violations.
HSE Function Leadership in Developing a Safety Culture
Transformation of the HSE function from an inspection approach to a business partner role through competency assessment, team training, and transferring project sponsorship to top management. Implementation of digital tools for mass employee engagement in recording unsafe acts and conditions.
HSE Leadership Practices at Different Management Levels
A comprehensive system for engaging managers at all levels in HSE issues. It includes personal safety plans for top management, the "Fresh Look" project with regular site walk-arounds by functional directors, the creation of High-Risk Competence Centers, and the implementation of the "Safety Star" motivation system.
Relevance and Integration of the Human Factor in Oil and Gas Companies
Integration of the human factor concept into the HSE management system of an international oil and gas company. The approach includes transitioning from punitive measures to analyzing systemic flaws, identifying error traps, and revising leadership programs with a focus on a growth mindset.
How to Effectively Implement Internal Standards for Safe Execution of Hazardous Work?
A step-by-step methodology for implementing internal standards for the safe execution of hazardous work (at heights, in confined spaces, LOTO). The practice includes risk-oriented priority selection, team formation with designated roles for the author and standard owner, weekly monitoring of the implementation plan, and a mandatory implementation audit.
Fair Treatment of Personnel and the No-Blame Principle in Safety Culture
Implementation of fair treatment principles and a reporting culture to reduce injuries. The practice includes rejecting punitive measures for unintentional errors, analyzing root causes of incidents, and involving personnel in identifying organizational flaws.
On Professional Competence
The article is devoted to the analysis of the concept of professional competence and a critical examination of the idea that holding formal certificates guarantees actual skills. The author defines competence as the ability to consistently perform work according to standards and demonstrates its connection with leadership and company success. The material also considers benchmarks for evaluating employees and a systemic process for implementing changes, which, according to the author's practice,...
Forming a Proactive Approach to Occupational Safety. Modern Realities: Roles and Tasks of an HSE Specialist
Transforming the role of the HSE specialist from an overseer to an advisor and leader. Implementation of proactive tools: KPIs based on identified violations and submitted ideas, manager training through case studies, regular audits using checklists, and creating a competitive effect between departments.
Leader's Safety Culture and Human Psychophysiology
Applying neurobiology and psychophysiology to develop safety culture and leadership. Using positive priming, empathy, and generational theory to shift workers from negative automatic thinking to a safe mode.