How to effectively restrain employees’ unsafe behaviors?
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Like the fireworks that cause headaches. Impose a fine according to the company rules – it’s not easy to even think about doing that; one feels reluctant to do so out of kindness. If no fine is imposed, everyone will take it for granted. There are also safety helmets, and the chin strap is never used.
As for smoking, there’s no doubt about it: it is strictly prohibited, and in many areas there are warning signs stating that smoking is forbidden; severe penalties must be imposed. Regarding safety helmets, hold a training session on the use of personal protective equipment, teaching everything step by step. At the end of the training, summarize by stating that failing to fasten the helmet strap or not wearing a safety helmet is considered the same offense and is also subject to punishment. Then, just impose severe penalties on a few of them during the several inspections. In a week, we can hold another safety training session focusing on common violations and disciplinary issues in companies; prepare more photos of such violations. Then, we can discuss the cases where penalties were already imposed (for not wearing safety helmets with their straps fastened) and explain the dangers of not doing so. This should be fine now.
Video examples and images are more persuasive; showing them the physical injuries caused by failure to follow safety rules speaks for itself
During the training at the refinery, there was such a rule: if a cigarette butt was found in the area, each person in that workshop would be fined 500 yuan, and those caught smoking would be dismissed on the spot. Throughout the month of training, no one was seen smoking
A good atmosphere needs to be built gradually; over time, they will naturally adopt this system as their own code of conduct.
Just one thing to say: a system that isn’t implemented is nothing but worthless paper.
We also have the problem of safety helmets not being fastened under the chin; if you point it out once or twice, they simply ignore you. Moreover, production managers themselves don’t fasten their helmets in that way
If managers don’t take the lead in wearing seat belts, it might not be a problem for individuals, but if it becomes a widespread issue, it can only be brought up during middle-management meetings. Although some people hold higher positions than you, at least they should make some veiled hints; otherwise it’s difficult to manage them.
I believe most safety managers share the owner’s concerns. We all say that fines are not the goal, right! However, not imposing fines will not solve the problem either. Of course, different behaviors also need to be handled differently. It is about distinguishing between prohibitive regulations (commonly known as bans) and general unsafe behaviors; violations of the bans must be punished with fines! Otherwise, how can the principle of safety first be upheld? ! As for the latter, you need to keep repeating it over and over again; there’s no other way – you just have to do it. Those who persist in their misbehavior can also be fined; it’s like having discretion, allowing for some flexibility. Another point is to set an example by leading by example. At the same time, focus on persuading leaders and managers to do so; this is also a chance to demonstrate your abilities.