According to a study published in Africa by Oracle, there are key metrics to pay attention to when addressing workplace health and safety matters. Andrew Rooke shares the most important variables leaders should be zooming in on:
Managing health and safety in the manufacturing workplace is critical. These variables greatly contribute to workplace health and safety, in the manufacturing industry. But which key metrics should leaders be zooming in on? Andrew Rooke gives the run-down on what to consider:
Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate
Calculating and noting the number of injuries occurring in a workplace is critical to properly assessing ways to improve health and wellness, in manufacturing. This includes injuries per 100,000 hours worked. While this key metric seems like a great place to start, Andrew Rooke would argue that injury frequency should be recorded much more regularly and analyzed in shorter time frames.
Types of Incidents
Not all on-the-job accidents are equal. Some incidents are marginally less severe than others, while more critical incidents can cause a larger issue. It is important to evaluate the severity and type of incidents that occur in the workplace. This can go a long way in terms of prevention and future planning. And ultimately, improving workplace health and wellness!
Preventative Safety-Related Incidents
What are the required actions to be taken by employees in case of an incident? Have a plan! Putting a plan in place for what to do in case of an incident is critical. Andrew Rooke strongly encourages leaders to form these plans with their team members, well in advance.
