Tangible indicators of safety culture

There are various safety climate assessment tools available which allow employers and responsible persons to assess the state of their safety culture. These normally take the form of staff questionnaires which can be used along with tangible indicators of safety culture (see 4.3 below). 

The importance of creating a positive safety culture cannot be overstated. In extreme cases a positive safety culture can make the difference between the success or failure of an organisation s survival. 

In his report on the Ladbroke Grove rail enquiry Lord Cullen stated A key factor in the industry is the prevailing culture, of which safety culture is an integral part. There is a clear link between good safety and good business . He then went on to quote in submission of the HSE ... the need for a positive safety culture is the most fundamental brought before the Inquiry . 

If an organisation can create and sustain a positive safety culture each and every member of staff will be competent and committed to work safely, and business and 

Less time lost through accidents Reduced risk of civil claims for compensation 

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