Identifying and controlling occupational risks. Discovering hidden hazards, managing human fallibilities, and redefining staff relationship with dangerous operations via real scenario monitoring rather than mere formal checkups.
Implementation of a risk-oriented approach and tools for personnel involvement in safety management at metallurgy enterprises. Practices include using mobile apps for hazard recording, conducting safety dialogues at all management levels, and applying motivation systems (bonuses and penalties) to form a conscious attitude toward HSE.
Implementation of a modified occupational risk assessment methodology using a "probability of detection" coefficient. Formation of micro-level working groups (in workshops and teams) to identify hidden threats and calculate the acceptable risk level as the arithmetic mean across the hazard map. Development of specific engineering and organizational measures (video surveillance, blaster on duty, cable bandaging) to reduce risks exceeding the acceptable level.
Andrey Maltapar, Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Safety Specialist at Kemin, in collaboration with the journal 'Occupational Health and Safety and Fire Safety', has prepared the article 'Risk Assessment Is a Creative Process'. In the article, the expert with more than 10 years of experience in managing operational risks shares his practical approach to their assessment. You can read the article on the partner's website, and the recording of the author's presentation is available in...
Implementation of a Process Safety Management (PSM) system at a metallurgical enterprise. Practices include assessing the mechanical integrity of critical equipment, pre-startup safety reviews using checklists, and management of change with mandatory risk assessment.
Transformation of safety culture using John Kotter's 8 steps and implementation of a multi-level risk assessment system (from the global office to the work zone). Practices include engaging rank-and-file employees and the opposition in developing initiatives, holding a "Family Safety Day," and applying the Bow-Tie and Fine-Kinney methods for risk analysis.
Organization of a continuous occupational risk assessment process using cross-functional working groups and a matrix assessment method. Development of corrective measures according to the hierarchy of controls, followed by regular review and effectiveness monitoring.
Transitioning from reactive incident investigation to proactive risk management with full personnel involvement. Implementation of micro-injury investigations, experimental PPE selection, workplace zoning, and applying the bow-tie method for risk assessment on complex equipment.