3rd Edition Monday Morning Newsletter

Good morning! This past week New Orleans played host to the 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo. And if you weren’t able to make it we thought we would bring some of it to you in this week’s edition. So if you’re ready, grab that cup of coffee and let’s dive in!

WORKPLACE VIOLENCE
Half of you are NOT Prepared.

Preparedness. It’s the number one thing you can do to help prevent violence in the workplace according to Kenna Carlsen, research associate at the National Safety Council and a co-presenter during the workplace violence workshop. Carlsen emphasizes the importance of fostering awareness of workplace violence warning signs and maintaining open communication channels throughout the organization.

Workplace violence is a topic we covered in our first edition of our newsletter and for good reason. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the year 2020 witnessed an alarming trend, with almost one in six occupational fatalities attributed to violent incidents, and the numbers continue to escalate. Yet, only 50% of employers say they are prepared to handle this rising trend.

So what can you do to help ensure you are ready?

• Reassess your current policies and ask yourself these safety-centric questions.

• Prioritize, prepare, and execute a plan, it’s your duty.

• Innovate using Tech when possible.

• Educate yourself, and know the facts.

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DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
“Top Gun’s” Maverick wants Inclusion.

Major General Jeannie M. Leavitt, the trailblazing first female fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force, took center stage on Tuesday. Sharing insight from her remarkable career journey in a male dominated field and talking on a topic that often goes unnoticed – workplace safety and its direct correlation to diversity and inclusion.

“When people feel like they’re a part of the team, they feel like their opinions matter. They are more vested in that organization. Inclusion gives people their voice, and it also helps keep diversity,” Leavitt said. “You don’t know where that next idea is coming from, that next great idea … You don’t know who’s going to see that dangerous situation, and you want them to feel empowered to speak up.”

Seeing a dangerous situation can be as simple as noticing safety gloves. Which can pose a significant problem for female electricians, as they often don't fit properly and can lead to hand injuries when working with machinery. Creating a safe environment means seeing the workplace from everyone’s prospective. Only then can you creating an environment where everyone feels comfortable and empowered to speak up about unsafe conditions.

Fortunately, we don’t have to reinvent the wheel but adopt best practices used by hospitals and surgeons, which has ensured people speak up when seeing a problem. The solution? Checklists.

Here are 7 Health and Safety Inspection Checklists for the Workplace.

GENTERATIONAL TRAINING
Storytelling, critical thinking, and gamification, oh my!

In a world where diversity reigns supreme, the challenge of providing effective safety training to a workforce that spans multiple generations has become a pressing issue. At the National Safety Council congress and expo in New Orleans, experts gathered to unravel this conundrum. And what did they discover? The power of storytelling, critical thinking, and gamification.

Storytelling

Storytelling is universal and as safety trainers something you can use to engage employees of all ages. From the fresh-faced Generation Z to the tech-savvy Millennials, the experienced Generation X, and even the wise Baby Boomers, stories have a unique ability to transcend generational boundaries, capturing the attention and imagination of individuals from all walks of life. Here are 9-steps to help you craft your stories.

Critical Thinking

Incorporating critical thinking into safety training allows employees to actively participate in the learning process. By encouraging them to analyze and evaluate potential hazards, they become more invested in their own safety and that of their colleagues. This approach empowers individuals to take ownership of their actions and make informed decisions, regardless of their age or background. To us, this seems like a great place to incorporate the diversity and inclusion!

Gamification

And let's not forget the power of gamification. By transforming safety training into an interactive game, trainers can tap into the innate competitiveness and desire for achievement that resides within us all. Whether it's through virtual reality simulations, online quizzes, or team-based challenges, gamification injects an element of fun and excitement into the learning experience, making it more accessible and engaging for everyone. What ever you end up doing, make sure to avoid the Disney mistakes.

Instead, turn to these 10 examples of gamification used by companies like BMW, Walmart and IBM.

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NEWS
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• In the bustling New York warehouse, OSHA reveals workers effortlessly handle hefty items, weighing over 25 lbs. Meanwhile, in Idaho, Amazon receives a letter urging them to revamp their "gamification system" to discourage overly fast-paced work.

• In the wild world of aviation, even the simplest slip-ups can have deadly consequences. Checklists are a pilot's lifesaver, but sometimes they're tragically ignored.

• Navigating mental health conversations across generations is tricky, but future leaders must embrace vulnerability for better support.

• FIFPRO's workplace safety report highlights the urgent need for player protection in football, with 95% of player unions supporting specific regulations against violence and abuse.

• Massachusetts lawmakers are tackling workplace psychological safety with Bill H.1882, aiming to outlaw mental abuse that weakens or frightens employees.

• For the 13th year running, Falls take the top spot on OSHA's Top 10 list.

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