MODULE 3: EMPLOYEE INVOLVEMENT

We do what we do because of consequences

As we discovered in Module Two, employees are held accountable by the employer to comply with safety rules, and report workplace injuries and hazards. However, the employer will not be able to successfully "require" employees to make suggestions and participate in voluntary safety activities unless they reinforce those behaviors by responding with effective positive consequences.

The employee is motivated to participate in voluntary activities when they believe there is some real benefit. Here's an important idea I call the "5-R principle"

If you Regularly Recognize and Reward, you'll Rarely have to Reprimand.