#Safety culture
Development of a proactive safety culture in production: mindful leadership, motivation programs, contractor engagement, and addressing the human factor. Transitioning from reactive oversight to integrated risk management practices.
Competency Matrix for Level 1-2 Managers. #HSE competencies
The article describes the experience of implementing an annual knowledge check in occupational health and safety and industrial safety for level 1–2 managers, as well as a project to create a three-level competency matrix based on key local regulatory acts of the enterprise. The author explains how evaluation through a testing system and case-solving helps identify lagging areas, assign targeted training, and track knowledge dynamics.
Dropped Objects: How Asia Drilling Enhances Safety on Drilling Rigs
Asia Drilling developed and implemented a comprehensive dropped object prevention system to increase safety on drilling rigs. The article describes the key components of this system, including proactive hazardous zone control, regular inspections, the use of tethered tools, and annual training of more than 400 employees under the DROPS program. The implementation of the system made it possible to reduce the number of identified violations related to equipment tethering at height by more than 85%...
Rosgeologia Holding's "Green Rating" Environmental Ranking
Rosgeo Holding conducts the "Green Rating" evaluation of its subsidiaries and divisions, aimed at determining the effectiveness of their performance in the field of environmental safety and encouraging environmental protection development. The assessment is carried out using a point system based on a set of criteria, including the implementation of resource-saving technologies, documentation management, staff education, and inspection results. The article discloses the goals of compiling the rat...
Impact of the Process Management Approach on Safety Culture at JSCo "RZD"
The article is dedicated to the experience of JSC "Russian Railways" in developing a process-oriented management approach and its impact on the level of occupational safety culture. Using the example of around 550 business processes in the field of occupational health and safety, the author shows how graphical modeling helps identify operational risks, eliminate inefficient operations, and quickly master technologies during staff turnover. The use of process models in combination with standard p...
Communication with Contractors
The article examines the practice of regular communication with contractor organizations using the example of the monthly "Safety Day" event held at OTEKO. The meeting is chaired by the Construction Director with the participation of executives from the customer, general contractor, and subcontractor organizations, and is dedicated exclusively to production safety issues. The event serves as a single communication and discussion platform for analyzing incidents, summarizing work results, and fre...
One Point Lesson: An Effective Way to Communicate Information
The article is devoted to the “one-topic lesson” (OTL) — a tool in the form of a memo on a single A4 sheet that helps to quickly and simply convey necessary information to employees of any department of the enterprise. The author describes the application of OTL for informing and training personnel on basic knowledge, improvement proposals, and recording changes in working conditions. The material also examines memo formats and the procedure for familiarizing workers with the developed materials...
Sports Environment at Work
The article examines the development of corporate sports communities as a new tool for employee motivation and the development of a healthy lifestyle culture. Based on internal surveys and scientific research, the author shows how physical activity improves endurance, brain functions, and creative thinking. The material also describes practical experience in building a sports environment in a company to retain talented personnel and increase the effectiveness of teamwork.
"Mentorship" Project at OZNA Holding Company
The article tells about the 'Mentorship' project launched at the Holding Company 'OZNA' starting from TOP executives to develop management competencies and occupational health and safety. The material describes in detail how the transfer of experience from qualified employees helps young and new specialists adapt faster, avoid dangerous mistakes and master safety rules. Also, the article explains the role of feedback and a systematic approach to mentoring in increasing the company's work efficie...
SPAS Card: Saving Lives and Preventing Violations
The article discusses the Emergency Situation Prevention System (SPAS) at the company "ASIA DRILLING", designed for the timely detection of minor violations and the prevention of workplace incidents. With the help of SPAS cards, employees can record hazardous actions, demand a work stoppage if necessary, and thereby protect the health of colleagues and the safety of equipment. The material describes the procedure to follow when a risk is detected, as well as an employee incentive system for cont...
Disciplinary Measures for Contractor Violations: Should They Get a Second Chance?
The article examines the system of "yellow and red cards" introduced to respond to violations of cardinal safety rules by employees of contractor organizations. Upon the first offense, the employee and their supervisor are sent to specialized training with a knowledge check, while a repeat violation leads to pass blocking. This approach allows retaining valuable contractor specialists amid a labor shortage and improving discipline at the site.
Occupational Safety in Russia: Analysis of Indicators, Conclusions, and Prospects
The article contains an analysis of current trends and indicators in the field of occupational health and safety in Russia, examining the dynamics of injuries, the development of digitalization, and the growth of investments in personal protective equipment. The material examines the key causes of workplace incidents — from organizational shortcomings to the human factor — and evaluates risks in construction and manufacturing. The material shows how the implementation of innovations, the develop...
Benefits of Track Training in Defensive Driving Instruction
Closed-course driving sessions allow drivers to safely practice basic maneuvers and simulate emergency situations, including sudden braking and obstacle avoidance. Training in a safe environment reduces driver stress levels, helping them learn to react quickly and make correct decisions in critical conditions. The article explains how closed-course practice and individual error correction by an instructor help develop defensive driving skills to reduce accident risks and boost confidence on the...