CDABP TRAININGS
In the webinar , the MWIS managers explained how safety is a critical component of construction , no matter how large or small the job . They communicated how subcontractors and primes must be familiar with the various legal requirements of the profession , how good safety enhances a firm ’ s reputation and trust , how safety incidents can lead to project delays and increased costs , and the environmental impacts of safety protocols .
Other topics included prevailing safety regulations from a federal standpoint ; how to instill a culture of safety at work ; how safety practices impact your experience modification rating ( EMR ); the high cost of “ cutting corners ” in your safety protocol ; and how strong safety standards can improve productivity and boost work quality .
“ Safety culture is an invisible power in an organization that drives , influences , and guides the behaviors of all members .”
– Anthony Malson , Risk Management Safety Manager , MWIS
“ Safety culture is an invisible power in an organization that drives , influences , and guides the behaviors of all members ,” said Mr . Malson . “ That invisible power is not something that stays invisible though -- you make it more present , and you build it in . You walk up to a situation in construction , and if your safety culture is top-notch , all of your workers start thinking about what they can do to slow down and make it a safer environment to make sure no one gets hurt .”
He added that the safety culture lives in the perceptions of the people and what they believe is the right thing to do . In construction , the “ right thing to do ” will be defined by management and can be learned and improved over time , he explained .
Mr . Lowery added , “ When I was a project manager in the field , I led by example . Hat , glasses , gloves , the vest , everything . When I was out there , my team always saw me with personal protective equipment ( PPE ) on .
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