Safety and Health Program Analysis Methods

Clearly, determining the current state of the safety culture is not necessarily an easy job. In fact, determining the state of the safety culture 

As an alternative to studying accident cases, OSHA has come up with a method to analyze weakness in what they call the Safety and Health Program. I believe that what OSHA refers to as a Safety and Health Program Assessment could also be considered a safety culture assessment. I have found much of this information to be useful, but I must warn readers in advance that OSHA has set the bar for excellence quite high. Be advised that in some cases reaching the top level may be nearly impossible. So, do not be too disappointed if you find a variety of sections where the survey indicates a need for improvement. 

Timely and effective hazard control Hazard controls are fully in place, known, and supported by the workforce, with concentration on engineering controls and safe work procedures. 

Facility and equipment maintenance Operators are trained to recognize maintenance needs and perform and order maintenance on schedule. 

Medical program (health providers) Occupational health providers are regularly on-site and fully involved. 

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