Workshop R New to EHS /101 Basics … Best Practices for Safety Professionals to Ensure Front-Line Supervisors Address Safety Issues Without Becoming Complacent, the Silent Killer in Today’s Workplace Tuesday, March 24, 2020 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Biographical Information Gregory A. Hemker, President EHS Technology Group, LLC 2912 Springboro Road West, Suite 101, Dayton, Ohio 45439 Office 937.865.3818 800.356.9039 Fax: 937.865.3611 ghemker@ehstech.com Mr. Hemker is one of the founders of EHS Technology Group, LLC located in Moraine, Ohio. He has over 45 years of experience in environmental engineering and management. Mr. Hemker obtained a Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Cincinnati and is a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM). His principle fields of expertise are air pollution, hazardous waste, and hazardous chemical management. He has conducted numerous environmental management training seminars throughout the U.S. and China. In recent years Mr. Hemker has focused on consulting with manufacturing industries to solve problems associated with air pollution, water pollution, hazardous waste, oil and chemical spill prevention, chemical safety, and industrial hygiene. He has also led the development and implementation of Energy management Systems at manufacturing facilities in Ohio and Kentucky. Mr. Hemker is a RAB/Exemplar Global trained lead auditor and has been developing and implementing ISO 14001, 9001, 50001 and OHSAS 18001 management systems since the adoption of the Standards. David Arthur, Corporate Health and Safety Manager Environmental Quality Management, Inc. 1800 Carillon Boulevard, Cincinnati, Ohio 45240 513-742-7297 darthur@eqm.com Mr. Arthur has more than thirty years of both governmental and commercial experience as an occupational safety and health manager. Mr. Arthur has built, managed, and trained on safety and health programs since 1988, and was heavily involved in shipping hazardous materials by air since 1982. Having been a member of both the Air Force and Air National Guard, he was instrumental in building and managing the programs for the more than 2,000 personnel assigned to the units for which he was responsible. Mr. Arthur is an experienced mishap investigator and adult educator, at one point working as a university-level instructor and curriculum developer. He holds a BS in Environmental Health from Boise State University, ID, has three USAF Associate Degrees, and lives in Cincinnati with his beloved wife and dogs.
The Front-Line Supervisor, A Safety Manager’s Friend or Foe For the Manufacturers’ Education Council / March 2020 1/10/2020 1 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
Introduction Welcome Please turn off your cell phone The seminar is intended to be interactive CEUs Schedule 1/10/2020 2 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
Introduction Overview • Real Safety • The Impact of Supervision • Recognizing the Problem • Solutions to the Problem • Keeping Good Things Going 1/10/2020 3 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
Real Safety Where does “real safety” take place? • “Real safety” occurs when… • The worker recognizes the hazard… • Does something about it… • Reports it to management & co-workers • It’s the ultimate safety goal • How do we reach that goal? • Standards • Training • Enforcement • Evaluation • Competent and active supervision is the vehicle to get there 1/10/2020 4 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
The Impact of Supervision Supervision is the critical component • Who has the greatest impact on safety? • The CEO • Upper Management • Middle Management • The Company “Safety Guy” • First-Line Supervisors • “All the above?” • The worker’s greatest share of interaction is with the first- line supervisor • Called a: “Team Leader”, “Shift Leader”, “Floor Supervisor”, etc…etc… • This gives them the most influence • This also gives them the best perspective on what’s going on • This makes them the MVP of your safety team! 1/10/2020 5 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
The Impact of Supervision Upper management is not exempt, as all managers have their rolls • Upper management usually “gets it” • This is usually liability driven • It doesn’t mean they necessarily understand, but they will at least give it some attention • They are familiar with being tasked with large responsibilities • Upper management sets the pace and tone • The first-line supervisor is the most difficult level to reach • They may understand their part, but usually not the “big picture” • They are usually production driven • They may not be familiar with being tasked with large responsibilities • They may be unfamiliar with all the programs in place • They may never have been a “safety kinda’ guy/gal” • Especially watch out for “cowboys”…! 1/10/2020 6 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
Recognizing the Problem Most facilities claim “safety first” • It’s a statement of total commitment…right? • We tell our first-line supervisors to meet it! • But what would happen if it were true? • All work stops until finding every incident’s root cause • Work begins only after every hazard is fully abated • Process Equipment would only be procured with its proper safety gear • All safety training/meetings would have 100% attendance • Safety programs & PPE would have no budget limits • All employees would have at least a 30-hour card • Managers would be evaluated on safety metrics • Nobody comes to work to ensure there are no injuries on the job 1/10/2020 7 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
Recognizing the Problem Reality doesn’t support “safety first” • In the real world, safety competes with other essential factors • Quality • Production • Logistics • Personnel constraints • Budget restrictions • Profit/Loss • The better practice is “Safety Always” • Incorporate risk assessment in every decision • Balance is the essential component • “Options” provide flexibility and support innovation • Push safety decisions to the lowest level possible 1/10/2020 8 This presentation includes data that shall not be disclosed and shall not be duplicated, used, or disclosed—in whole or in part. This restriction does not limit the right to use information contained in the data if it is obtained from another source without restriction. The data subject to this restriction are contained on all slides of this presentation.
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