Safety First
20/11/2009
Safety first
Hastings Deering is launching a new campaign
aimed at spreading a “single, visible message” about safety across the
whole company.
General Manager Branch Operations Noel Langton
says the “Safety First” campaign also strongly aligns with the global
message coming from Caterpillar®.
HD’s Marketing Department has developed
a package to be rolled out across the company including posters, banners,
decals and stickers to promote the importance of safety to all employees.
“Safety continues to be the number one strategic
critical success factor, and this campaign is about delivering a consistent
message to everybody. It will also go out to our customers when they
purchase or rent machines from us.”
The campaign also includes a number of statements
on the accountability of all employees for safety in the work place.
SAFETY
Safety comes first. There is no task or
job requirement that is more important. - Scott Cameron
I MAKE A DIFFERENCE - Take responsibility
for the safety of others and ourselves
All employees
- Are
accountable for maintaining a safe workplace and have the authority to
stop unsafe acts and procedures.
- Are
accountable for reporting hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents and
property damage.
ENGAGE - Understand and follow safe work
procedures
All employees
- Are to use the appropriate risk assessment
(e.g. Take 5 or Job Hazard Analysis) before commencing a task.
- Are to observe safe work procedures when
performing a task.
- Are to wear or use appropriate personal
protective equipment for the area or task.
- Are to maintain a high standard of housekeeping
in their work areas.
BULLDOZE BARRIERS - Share your safety
knowledge with others
All employees
- Are to participate in PASS meetings
- Are to participate in incident review meetings
if requested to do so.
- Are to participate in safety training as
requested to do so.