Follow the safety rules, they matter
Following rules minimises risk.
Think about it
- Safety rules are often based on risk assessments that identify potential hazards in the office or site.
- Rules are put in place to control these hazards, such as using proper lifting techniques, keeping walkways clear, and reporting spills promptly.
- Knowing and following emergency procedures, like fire drills and first aid protocols, ensures a safe and efficient response in case of an incident.
- Your actions affect others, ignoring a safety rule might not only put you at risk but also endanger your co-workers, contractors, or visitors.
Talk about it
- What sort of injuries are prevented when we follow simple safety rules, such as holding a handrail or reporting a spill?
- Why should safety be a part of everything we do – not just something we associate with physically demanding or visibly hazardous tasks?
Act on it
- When you receive a call, move to a safe area before answering. This simple act reinforces that safety comes first.
- If a colleague or supplier joins a meeting while driving, kindly remind them that it’s not allowed and suggest rescheduling. Protecting each other is part of leading with care.
- Lead by example, show others what safety looks like through your actions. Every safe choice you make sets the tone for the team.