Our new Polyiso plant is shipping now ©2024 GAF • COMGNAD008-0624 Great news for GAF Midwest customers! We’re now shipping EnergyGuard™ Polyiso insulation from our newest plant in Peru, Illinois, expanding availability and service to our valued customers in the region. gaf.com/commercial SAFETY Continued from page 28 Provide Ongoing Safety Training and Development Develop a training program that offers guidance and knowledge to employees. Training is required in many situations for compliance but it should be more than that. The main focus of training is to encourage employees to work safely to eliminate injuries. Remind them that nobody wants to get hurt at work and safety training is key to preventing injuries. Regular, interactive training keeps safety top-of-mind and helps employees retain knowledge. Customize the topics for different departments or areas. Set Clear, Achievable Safety Goals Goals can be a great way to encourage employees to get involved in safety. Recognize individual and team efforts to meet these goals, which can help keep everyone motivated. However, avoid setting goals that focus on injury reduction as this might discourage employees from reporting. Acknowledge employees who consistently follow safety practices and contribute to safety initiatives. Rewards can range from public recognition to tangible incentives. Encourage Positive Peer Influence Create a culture where employees remind each other about safety practices and help correct unsafe behaviors. Focus on the point that safety is everyone’s responsibility and not one department or person. No single employee should be policing safe work practice, but it should be a responsibility of everyone. Reinforce to staff that reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors is key to prevention and keeping an overall safe workplace. When safety is part of the team’s shared responsibility, compliance improves naturally. Leadership by Example Probably one of the most important parts to a safe workplace is leading by example. When leaders consistently demonstrate commitment to safety, it sends a strong message. Regardless of who enters the work area, ensure employees wear required PPE and follow safety guidelines such as staying within marked walking areas. Engaged leadership shows that safety is a priority and not just an obligation. Employees who regularly do not enter the work area and are seen not following safety rules shows to employees that safety is not a priority. Regularly Communicate Safety Information Keep safety visible with bulletin boards, digital displays, posters or company newsletters. Regular reminders Continued on page 30
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