TARGET ZERO
NO JOB IS SO… IMPORTANT & NO TASK SO….. URGENT THAT WE CAN’T TAKE TIME TO DO IT SAFELY
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this program you will be able to: Act safely while doing your job Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors Encourage compliance by “leading by example” and reporting an unsafe problem Additionally you will be able to: Believe that the safety of one is the safety of all
TARGET ZERO “Target Zero” is a vision for continuous safety improvement. Through “Target Zero”, we strive to perform all work activities free of accidents at all times.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES Encourage coworkers Report unsafe conditions Nothing we do is worth getting hurt Occupational health & safety is everyone’s responsibility
ZERO ACCIDENTS IS OUR GOAL! We need to FOCUS on our target of ZERO! We can have a workplace that is injury free, if we each commit and do our part to make it happen! Maintain a proactive & positive approach to safety! It takes time to implement change…
WHAT IS PROACTIVE? √ Fix simple hazards - pick up pallet pieces & clean up spills (If you’re qualified to do so) √ Report the complex hazards - machine guarding or lockout/tagout issues √ Keep your work area neat and clean √ Adhere to safety policies
WHAT IS PROACTIVE? √ Keep walking and working surfaces free from debris or electrical cords that could create a hazard √ Keep fire extinguishers, electrical panels and exits unblocked √ Keep hands out of equipment – use cycle stop
WHAT IS PROACTIVE? √ No shortcuts - Don’t rush your work √ Always be aware of your environment √ Keep lines of communication open √ Lead by example √ Coach/Help fellow employees √ If in doubt – ASK
FOCUS ON SAFETY Your well-being is important to yourself and your family Start with an individual promise to yourself to act and work safely Take responsibility for your safety and the safety of your co-workers
ALL ACCIDENTS ARE PREVENTABLE
IN CONCLUSION Think before you act Act safely Make good decisions