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Book SynopsisThe Behavior-Based Safety Process Since the behavior-based approach to accident prevention was launched in 1980 by the author and his associates, safety performance is increasingly prominent on the agendas of many companies. Several powerful factors contribute to this trend. The widespread reorganization of personnel into work-groups that are leaner and more self-directed, the increasing importance of international competition, the growing awareness of critical environmental issues these and related factors highlight the value of any mechanism that promotes continuous improvement in safety performance. Detailing a step-by-step approach to just such a mechanism for continuous improvement, The Behavior-Based Safety Process is a path-breaking guide that represents an important resource for anyone concerned with performance related issues in the workplace. As the title indicates, the focus is on process versus programs. The reason is simple: off-the-shelf safety imposed from the top down d
Table of ContentsPartial table of contents:
Recent Developments in Behavior-Based Safety.
Foundation Concepts of Behavior-Based Safety Management.
Data-Based Action-Planning for Continuous Improvement.
IMPLEMENTATION ISSUES.
Introducing the Behavior-Based Safety Process to a Site.
Implementation Roles and Responsibilities.
Training for the Basic Skills of the Process.
Training Observers and Conducting Kickoff Meetings.
Outcomes and Case Histories.
Improving the Quality of Behavior-Based Safety--A Model.
Transitioning Away from Safety Incentive Programs.
Bibliography.
Index.
