Safety Leadership

Course Description:

Leadership practices and styles in an organization heavily influence safety climate, which then influences employees’ motivation to participate in developing a culture of safety, making leadership critical to driving and developing a culture of safety. This session is designed for supervisors; managers; and EHS professionals to learn more about how to foster a culture of safety through motivating, engaging, and building trust with employees.

At the completion of this module, the participant will be able to:
• Describe the impact of leadership on safety culture.
• Recognize the importance of employee engagement to a culture of safety.
• Recall the elements that must be present to engage employees.
• Utilize effective methods to involve employees in safety processes.