#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.
Safety Structure at INK LLC
A multi-level HSE management structure using international incident investigation and risk assessment methodologies. Implementation of the "Risk Control" system using Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and digital tools for prompt hazard identification, along with a management motivation system based on safety performance.
Effective HSE Communication. Ways to Engage Employees in Safety Issues
A comprehensive internal communications system in occupational safety, including corporate media, employee videos, regular safety committees, and feedback tools. The practice aims to engage personnel at all levels, from top management to ordinary workers, in HSE issues and create a unified information space.
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.
Observation and Intervention Program as a Tool in Developing Safety Culture
Implementing an observation and intervention program to develop workplace safety culture. Practices include establishing intervention obligations in company policy, multi-level staff training to overcome cultural barriers, regular team walkdowns, and digitalizing data collection via SharePoint.
Interview Published with HSE DAYS Project Ambassador Serik Mazhkenov
In his interview, Serik Mazhkenov, ambassador of the HSE DAYS project, substantiates the need to update key terms in the field of occupational health and safety. The author explains that outdated concepts limit management systems to the framework of passive prohibitions, whereas modern dynamic production requires a transition to an active risk-based approach. Revising the conceptual framework will help enterprises and specialists focus on effective tools for preventing workplace injuries.
Practice of Creating Risk Management Systems Under the Safety II Concept
Implementing the Safety II concept focusing on the analysis of successful work operations and positive deviations. Empowering line managers (shift and department supervisors) as HSE representatives to collect information about errors and hidden risks directly at the workplaces.
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.
Implementing the 12 Life-Saving Rules as an Effective Tool to Improve Safety Culture
Implementation of 12 standardized life-saving rules at a production site to prevent fatal incidents. The practice includes dividing rules into general and risk-oriented, active involvement of line managers, use of visual materials, an internal website with video instructions, and testing with elements of humor.
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.
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.
Leader's Tools for Enhancing Safety Culture
Integration of safety culture principles into the organization's management system and supply chain. Implementing a non-punitive culture, developing leaders' managerial courage, and applying international IAEA and WANO standards to assess and enhance safety levels.