Leading to Safety Jeff Morris Chief Human Resources

Leading to Safety Jeff Morris | Chief Human Resources Officer Imagine the Possibilities, Inc.

It comes down to culture After examining the practical and experiential information related to putting a Safety Program together, we’re left with an understanding that the program’s success will ultimately be determined by the culture of your organization. Do you have a culture of safety?

It comes down to culture Culture eats strategy for breakfast!

It comes down to culture Culture eats strategy for breakfast, lunch & dinner!

Changing your organizational culture Changing organizational culture is a process that requires § Examination § Direction § Planning § Diligence Leadership

Changing your organizational culture 1. Define the reality of your current culture.

“The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant. ” - Max de Pree

Changing your organizational culture 1. Define the reality of your current culture. 2. Determine where you want to go

Mission | Vision | Values As your organization engages in it’s planning process for strategy and values, be sure that SAFETY has an important place at the table.

Changing your organizational culture 1. Define the reality of your current culture. 2. Determine where you want to go. 3. Dedicate yourself to changed behavior.

Changing your organizational culture This will require ongoing and active support… §Commitment from executive leadership §Training, communication & mentoring Be the change!

7 Practical Considerations 1. Establish organizational structures and systems that support a culture committed to safety. 2. Develop and implement effectives policies, procedures and guidelines for consistent action moving forward.

7 Practical Considerations 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Allocate necessary resources. Make it a priority in tangible ways. Be visibly involved and committed. Reward people for achievement. Celebrate your successes.

Style Matters Leadership styles that work well in leading to safety… §Servant Leadership §Relationship-Based Leadership

“The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant. ” - Max de Pree

Effective leaders know that you first have to touch people’s hearts before you ask them for a hand…The heart comes before the head. - John Maxwell

“People won’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. ” - John Maxwell

Why does leadership style matter? If your employees are working in an environment in which they know they are… §Uniquely valued §Personally understood §Genuinely cared for You’ve given them a reason to be safe.