#Vision Zero
The Vision Zero concept as the global foundation for a safe business. This section is dedicated to the practical application of the seven 'golden rules' of the concept: from demonstrating absolute leadership by executives to involving every employee in occupational risk management. It presents examples of how companies succeed in transforming the core principles of Vision Zero from formal declarations into working mechanisms integrated into daily production processes and long-term business strategy.
Zero Harm: How the Vision Zero Concept Helps Improve Industrial Safety
The Vision Zero concept combines safety, occupational health, and employee well-being at all levels of production to create an effective culture of prevention. Using the example of JSC "RMNTK "Nefteotdacha", which achieved a zero injury rate based on the results of 2021, the article examines in detail the practical steps for implementing this system. The material explains how informing personnel, developing targeted programs, and conducting audits help reduce the number of workplace incidents.
5Z Culture - a tool for assessing and implementing the Vision Zero concept
Implementation of the international 5Z Culture methodology for a comprehensive assessment of the HSE management system's effectiveness and the realization of the Vision Zero concept. The practice includes self-assessment using leading indicators, external audit, and the implementation of corrective measures, such as organizing on-site medical examinations using mobile complexes and telemedicine.
HSE Interaction Practices with Contractors
Transition to a proactive system of interaction with contractors during the construction of power units. Implementation of unified safety standards, a 100-point rapid assessment system, joint executive walkdowns, interactive "Conscious Safety" training, and digital platforms for recording deviations and calculating risks.
Towards Zero Injuries. The Rosatom Experience
A systematic project to transform the safe behavior culture across a large corporation, aimed at achieving zero injuries. It includes abandoning department ratings, implementing safety dialogues, problem-solving boards, and developing a network of local trainers.
Example of an HSE Management System Training Module
A methodology for teaching the basics of the HSE management system and risk assessment by transferring industrial processes to understandable everyday situations. Baking a pie is used as an example to analyze hazard identification, risk assessment, development of control measures, and a systematic approach to incident investigation.
Interview with HSE DAYS Ambassador Serik Mazhkenov Published
The HSE DAYS editorial team published an interview with project ambassador Serik Mazhkenov, author of the book "Occupational Health and Safety: Mission Possible". In the article, the author talks about the reasons for writing the book and key practical tools for developing a work safety culture, tested in oilfield services companies in Russia and Kazakhstan. The interview reveals approaches to reducing injury rates, workplace training, and building a balance between business efficiency and the r...
Key Elements of HSE Strategy in a VUCA World
The article examines the issues of preserving the life and health of workers in the conditions of a changing VUCA world. The global Vision Zero concept and the development of a safety culture, aimed at the long-term achievement of 'Goal 0', become the answer to modern challenges. The material explains how internal alignment of employee actions and leadership serve as strategic tools for organizations to operate without injuries and accidents.
Leadership in Developing a Safety Culture
Comprehensive transformation of safety culture at PJSC NLMK through the personal involvement of top management, digitalization of HSE processes, and implementation of proactive tools. The practice includes automation of safety contacts, electronic permits-to-work, mobile applications for recording hazardous conditions, as well as motivation programs for employees and contractors.
Health, Working Conditions Improvement, and Employee Well-being Practices
A systematic approach to managing employee health and well-being at production and logistics sites. It includes assessing the well-being index, modernizing workplaces (microclimate, ergonomics), motivation programs, psychological support, and healthy nutrition.
Evolution of Indicators and the Safe Behavior Development System
Transformation of the HSE management system in a 250,000-employee corporation through the Vision Zero concept. Transition from reactive metrics (LTIFR) to proactive KPIs that stimulate conscious safe behavior and employee engagement.
Effective Enterprise Management Through Occupational Safety Management
The magazine "Occupational Safety Culture" presented an interview with an occupational health and safety expert with 25 years of practical experience and ambassador of the HSE DAYS project, Serik Mazhkenov. The article examines effective approaches to enterprise management in the era of Industry 4.0, the reality of the Zero Injury idea, and the components of successfully achieving the "Zero" goal. In addition to the interview, a webinar is offered on improving safety culture based on a new perso...
The Leader and Their Team - How to Lead the Way
Application of the value-goal leadership model and practical employee engagement tools (HIPPO potential and Hersey-Blanchard situational model) to shape a safety culture. The approach aims to identify and develop leadership qualities in employees by aligning personal values with organizational goals.