Safety Culture Plus

Ideas and thoughts adapted from my very old US Army leadership card:

SUPERVISION IS: The art of checking on the progress of actions and job assignments without harassment or taking on the job yourself.

LEADERSHIP IS: The art of influencing and directing personnel to obtain willing teamwork, confidence, respect and cooperation to accomplish the daily task assignment. Leadership is essential in developing a solid safety and health attitude among personnel

INDICATIONS OF LEADERSHIP:

• Morale – The morale of my area is high (How do I know?)
• “Esprit De Corps” – My personnel act as a Team (How do I know?)

• Discipline – My work areas and personnel clearly show quality and orderliness (How do I know?)

• Proficiency – My personnel know how to properly do their tasks (How do I know?)

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