The Safety Level from the Perspective of the “Four No-Harms” Principle

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Abstract: Safety needs can be further divided into four levels. The lowest level is “not harming oneself,” the second level is “not being harmed by others,” the third level is “not harming others,” and the highest level is “protecting others from harm.” This is the \"Hierarchy of Safety Needs Theory,\" also known as the \"Safety Boundary Theory,\" which the author developed based on the principle of \"Four No-Harms.\" 　　In business operations, it is essential to adhere to the principle of “four no-harms” (do not harm oneself, do not harm others, do not allow oneself to be harmed by others, and protect others from being harmed). The author strongly agrees; after all, once harm occurs, it is never a good thing for individuals, people in general, or companies – at the least it leads to pain and tears, and at the worst it results in disability or death. Avoiding the \"four no-harms\" principle is not only a goal in ensuring safe production, but also a responsibility toward businesses and families. In the author’s view, these “four no-harms” principles share similarities with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory. It is worth understanding deeply by everyone, keeping it firmly in mind and remaining vigilant at all times, so that the principle of \"no harm to four aspects\" becomes an instinctive behavior and habit in production activities. 　　Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is divided into five levels: the lowest level is physiological needs, followed by safety needs; the third level is social needs, the fourth level is esteem needs, and the final and highest level is the need for self-actualization. From low to high, they represent the different levels at which the value of life exists. Drawing on the concept of safe production, the author believes that the safety needs in this theory can be further divided into four levels: the lowest level is \"not to harm oneself,\" the second level is \"not to be harmed by others,\" the third level is \"not to harm others,\" and the highest level is \"to protect others from harm.\" This is the \"Hierarchy of Safety Needs Theory,\" also known as the \"Safety Boundary Theory,\" which the author developed based on the principle of \"Four No-Harms.\" 　　As an employee, one’s own safety is of great importance; the first thing to do is to avoid harming oneself at work. Under any circumstances, one must always maintain focus, be diligent and responsible, avoid working in violation of rules, and not break labor discipline. One must never bring trouble upon oneself due to carelessness, laxity, or negligence. 　　Secondly, at work, one should also pay attention to the behavior of people around who may pose a threat to one’s safety, the condition of objects, as well as any management deficiencies. Prevent accidents from occurring suddenly, as well as harm to oneself caused by others’ improper operations or illegal instructions. This represents a higher level of security, requiring agility and quick reflexes on a daily basis, as well as the ability to notice even the smallest details. 　　By achieving these two levels of safety, you can stay safe and ensure that you are not harmed. 　　Once again, work related to safety production is a practical and demanding task that requires serious effort. Everyone has a responsibility; everyone should be accountable for others. You are not harmed, and you must not harm others either; this is the third level – “do no harm to others.” As an employee, especially when working in a team, you must not only always be mindful of your own safety but also consider whether your actions might cause harm to others. Only in this way can you be a qualified employee who is not involved in accidents during production. 　　By achieving the above three points, in terms of safety, I believe you have not yet reached the highest level of security. Finally, and most importantly, lies the true highest level of safety, which is to \"protect others from harm.\" This reflects a sense of responsibility and care for one’s colleagues. To protect others from harm, I believe there is a great deal of work that needs to be done. In addition to reminding workers on the job site to pay attention to safety and follow procedures, it is also necessary to dare to stop those who give illegal instructions, and to report any unlawful activities. One must also be a vigilant advocate for safety, constantly promoting safe working practices and using one’s own efforts to raise the safety awareness of those around, thereby creating an atmosphere in which everyone emphasizes and adheres to safety standards. 　　If you do this, and the people around you, influenced by you, do the same, then everyone’s level of safety will reach its highest possible level. How could accidents then go unprevented and uncontrolled? How could the development of businesses and the happiness of families be affected by any negative impacts?