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.
Moscow hosted the first in-person HSE DAYS conference dedicated to the practical implementation of the Vision Zero concept in Russian industry. At the event, the Zero test program was presented for a comprehensive assessment of the quality of implementing Vision Zero principles and addressing the weaknesses of enterprises. The project is aimed at combining the efforts of HSE specialists and experts to form a unified approach to preserving the life and health of workers in the workplace.
Implementation of a multilevel HSE control system (from 3 to 5 stages) and a methodology for identifying hazardous situations using visual tools (safety crosses). Organization of continuous training through a corporate portal and personnel motivation via competitions and a reward/penalty system.
Implementing a system of leadership (behavioral) safety audits based on open dialogue and the Vision Zero concept. The practice includes using anonymous stop-cards, evaluating effectiveness via the international 5Z system, and training managers in psychological interaction skills with employees without formalism.
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.
The official opening ceremony of the HSE DAYS project took place, dedicated to the development and practical implementation of the "Vision Zero" concept at enterprises. The event was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Labor of Russia, the international ORP foundation, and the company SUVOROV PRO, who discussed key success factors in the field of occupational health and safety and the reflection of the concept's principles in the Labor Code of the Russian Federation. The material cove...