Behavioral Safety

A safety management approach focused on observing, reinforcing, and modifying the behaviour of workers to reduce incidents and accidents. Behavioural safety programs identify unsafe acts and conditions, promote safe work habits, and build a culture of personal accountability. Techniques include behaviour-based safety observations, feedback programs, safety leadership training, and near-miss reporting. In mining environments, behavioural safety complements engineering controls and procedural systems to address the human factors that contribute to the majority of workplace incidents.