We published an article this morning about the need to focus on the big picture in relation to organisational culture rather than safety culture (Stop Trying to Create a Safety Culture). Seems that others are thinking along the same lines in relation to taking an holistic approach to organisational change and improvement. Latest article from Wayne Harris on the ISQEM blog.
Be a Safety Zombie – Or make a change to survive
October 13, 2013
If you still believe the role of a safety practitioner is all about setting up management systems, conducting training and monitoring compliance etc. think again. No longer can safety practitioners fall back on regulations or industry norms as justification for their present roles.
Organisations around the world cannot always afford to pay for standalone specialism. If safety people want to continue to work in the long-term they must change and become business focussed or they may not survive.
Many businesses are now facing a need for urgent change and the roles of individuals are being closely looked at. No one wants to continue to spend money on a resource which they see as a financial drain and not adding visible or quantifiable returns on investment.
People are now expected to be multi-skilled and able to adapt to different roles. Can we with any confidence stand up and say as Safety practitioners that we have adapted to the challenges of future change? Or are we just walking around like zombies waiting for all to end with no future chance of resurrection?
Do you have any thoughts? Please share them below