Case Study #1 The results of the perception survey and structured interviews are summarized below. Structured Interview Responses Ranking Improve and increase training 8 Properly train employees 5 Cultivate a culture of safety first 3 Talk to employees, don’t just walk by 2 Improve housekeeping 2 Have less meetings 1 Review these results and identify one process or system in need of improvement.

Employee TrainingNew hires are trained by HR Director using videos and by distributing the employee handbook. All employees sign that they’ve read the handbook. Once a year, the annual refresher classes are taught during a half-day safety day Accident Investigation The safety director investigates accidents whenever the reports are turned in by supervisors Accident analysis often results in employee re-training or some type of disciplinary action CommunicationThe bulletin board in the cafeteria lists the previous month’s safety team minutes. Disciplinary PolicyA progressive disciplinary policy exists, however, “good” employees are often excused for small incidents. InspectionsThe safety team performs monthly inspections and reports their findings at the safety meeting. OSHA has been in several times in the past 5 years to do “unexpected” inspections as well. Hazard CorrectionA list of safety hazards is given to the maintenance representative at the safety meeting. Maintenance is constantly busy and gets to the list when there is free time. Employee Involvement The safety team meets monthly, there are an equal number of employees and managers but there are no senior level managers represented. The handbook states that employees should report any unsafe conditions to their immediate supervisor. A suggestion box hangs outside of the cafeteria. It is usually empty. Safety Climate“Safety is #1” signs are posted throughout the building. At the annual Safety Day picnic, cups, umbrellas or T- shirts are given to employees to motivate safe behavior. Senior managers review the year end accident costs prior to Safety Day and are sometimes surprised to see how much improvement has occurred. They credit the Safety Director for her excellent work. In addition to the results of the perception survey and structured interviews, you have the following information about your current safety program:

Case Study #2 The results of the perception survey and structured interviews are summarized below. Structured Interview Responses Ranking Improve and increase training 4 Correct hazards when they’re found 4 Cultivate a culture of safety first 4 Talk to employees, don’t just walk by 2 Improve housekeeping 2 Have less meetings 1 Review these results and identify one process or system in need of improvement.

Employee TrainingNew hires are trained by HR Director using videos and by distributing the employee handbook. All employees sign that they’ve read the handbook. Once a year, the annual refresher classes are taught during a half-day safety day Accident Investigation The safety director investigates accidents whenever the reports are turned in by supervisors Accident analysis often results in employee re-training or some type of disciplinary action CommunicationThe bulletin board in the cafeteria lists the previous month’s safety team minutes. Disciplinary PolicyA progressive disciplinary policy exists, however, “good” employees are often excused for small incidents. InspectionsThe safety team performs monthly inspections and reports their findings at the safety meeting. OSHA has been in several times in the past 5 years to do “unexpected” inspections as well. Hazard CorrectionA list of safety hazards is given to the maintenance representative at the safety meeting. Maintenance is constantly busy and gets to the list when there is free time. Employee Involvement The safety team meets monthly, there are an equal number of employees and managers but there are no senior level managers represented. The handbook states that employees should report any unsafe conditions to their immediate supervisor. A suggestion box hangs outside of the cafeteria. It is usually empty. Safety Climate“Safety is #1” signs are posted throughout the building. At the annual Safety Day picnic, cups, umbrellas or T- shirts are given to employees to motivate safe behavior. Senior managers review the year end accident costs prior to Safety Day and are sometimes surprised to see how much improvement has occurred. They credit the Safety Director for her excellent work. In addition to the results of the perception survey and structured interviews, you have the following information about your current safety program:

Case Study #3 The results of the perception survey and structured interviews are summarized below. Structured Interview Responses Ranking Talk to employees, don’t just walk by 5 Correct hazards when they’re found 4 Cultivate a culture of safety first 2 Reduce paperwork 2 Improve housekeeping 2 Have less meetings 1 Review these results and identify one process or system in need of improvement.

Employee TrainingNew hires are trained by HR Director using videos and by distributing the employee handbook. All employees sign that they’ve read the handbook. Once a year, the annual refresher classes are taught during a half-day safety day Accident Investigation The safety director investigates accidents whenever the reports are turned in by supervisors Accident analysis often results in employee re-training or some type of disciplinary action CommunicationThe bulletin board in the cafeteria lists the previous month’s safety team minutes. Disciplinary PolicyA progressive disciplinary policy exists, however, “good” employees are often excused for small incidents. InspectionsThe safety team performs monthly inspections and reports their findings at the safety meeting. OSHA has been in several times in the past 5 years to do “unexpected” inspections as well. Hazard CorrectionA list of safety hazards is given to the maintenance representative at the safety meeting. Maintenance is constantly busy and gets to the list when there is free time. Employee Involvement The safety team meets monthly, there are an equal number of employees and managers but there are no senior level managers represented. The handbook states that employees should report any unsafe conditions to their immediate supervisor. A suggestion box hangs outside of the cafeteria. It is usually empty. Safety Climate“Safety is #1” signs are posted throughout the building. At the annual Safety Day picnic, cups, umbrellas or T- shirts are given to employees to motivate safe behavior. Senior managers review the year end accident costs prior to Safety Day and are sometimes surprised to see how much improvement has occurred. They credit the Safety Director for her excellent work. In addition to the results of the perception survey and structured interviews, you have the following information about your current safety program:

Case Study #4 The results of the perception survey and structured interviews are summarized below. Structured Interview Responses Ranking Talk to employees, don’t just walk by 4 Correct hazards when they’re found 4 Cultivate a culture of safety first 4 Improve and increase training 2 Improve housekeeping 2 Have less meetings 1 Review these results and identify one process or system in need of improvement.

Employee TrainingNew hires are trained by HR Director using videos and by distributing the employee handbook. All employees sign that they’ve read the handbook. Once a year, the annual refresher classes are taught during a half-day safety day Accident Investigation The safety director investigates accidents whenever the reports are turned in by supervisors Accident analysis often results in employee re-training or some type of disciplinary action CommunicationThe bulletin board in the cafeteria lists the previous month’s safety team minutes. Disciplinary PolicyA progressive disciplinary policy exists, however, “good” employees are often excused for small incidents. InspectionsThe safety team performs monthly inspections and reports their findings at the safety meeting. OSHA has been in several times in the past 5 years to do “unexpected” inspections as well. Hazard CorrectionA list of safety hazards is given to the maintenance representative at the safety meeting. Maintenance is constantly busy and gets to the list when there is free time. Employee Involvement The safety team meets monthly, there are an equal number of employees and managers but there are no senior level managers represented. The handbook states that employees should report any unsafe conditions to their immediate supervisor. A suggestion box hangs outside of the cafeteria. It is usually empty. Safety Climate“Safety is #1” signs are posted throughout the building. At the annual Safety Day picnic, cups, umbrellas or T- shirts are given to employees to motivate safe behavior. Senior managers review the year end accident costs prior to Safety Day and are sometimes surprised to see how much improvement has occurred. They credit the Safety Director for her excellent work. In addition to the results of the perception survey and structured interviews, you have the following information about your current safety program: