Mentoring programs and the transmission of safety culture from top management to line personnel and contractors. Real cases of converting mentors into key carriers of safe practices and replacing directive control with trusting cooperation.
Rebooting the HSE representatives institution at a large chemical plant. A multi-level motivation system, standardized checklists for walkarounds, a mandatory e-learning course based on real cases, and an operational communication channel via a general chat were implemented.
Implementation of a supervising tool for systematic control of contractors on construction and investment projects. The practice includes engaging external auditors for targeted inspections, documentation audits, technical oversight of high-risk work (at heights), and training contractor workers.
Systematic building of an HSE culture with a focus on engaging contractors. Practices include multi-level training, workplace mentoring, and sessions for contractor top management with the signing of informal agreements.
Transformation of the HSE system through the implementation of a risk-oriented approach and the creation of an internal trainers institute. The practice includes a phased transition from normalizing territories to conscious safety, integrating proactive training with mandatory training, and a non-material motivation system for identifying risks.
Centralization of HSE management in the group of companies with the creation of a unified Industrial and Environmental Safety Center. Introduction of innovative control tools, including UAVs and AI for facility monitoring, as well as comprehensive programs for attracting and developing young specialists.
Transition from formal training to interactive assessment sessions for middle managers using real incident analysis and business games. Implementation of a cascading training model by preparing over 800 internal moderators and using virtual 3D classrooms and VR simulators.
Methodology for managing difficult dialogues and audience resistance during face-to-face HSE training. Includes a classification of difficult participant types ("talker", "aggressor", "expert", etc.) and practical tools for trainers to remove barriers, engage unmotivated workers, and prevent conflicts.
Transformation of corporate HSE training, shifting from formal lectures to practical skills development and a risk-oriented approach. Training is conducted by internal trainers from production personnel directly in the workplace using a three-level model: working with beliefs, identifying hidden threats, and mastering new safety tools.
Implementation of the "Leadership in Risk Management" project at a cement plant in Uzbekistan, considering local mentality and language barriers. Transitioning from a reactive model to a proactive risk-oriented approach through small group training, practical "risk hunting," digitalization of reporting (Telegram bot and mobile app), and gamification (internal currency "tops").
In production, mentors help new employees overcome the fear of mistakes, master safe working methods, and prevent injuries. The article discusses a mentors' convention, where participants developed a checklist to revise the approach to training newcomers, and the "Safety First" tournament, which received more than 60 proposals. The participants' initiatives help create a developmental environment and make the work of new employees safer.
A system for reinforcing safe behavior skills after training through practical exercises on the shop floor with mentors and regular retention assessment. It includes cascade training from top management to workers and a modular approach from simple to complex.
A practical approach to risk assessment and modification of new production equipment at the procurement and commissioning stage. Includes establishing basic requirements for manufacturers, modernizing protective guards, starting and lockout systems, and visualizing risks for line personnel.