Identifying and Controlling Hazards
Course 101
Safety Certified Supervisor Series

MODULE SEVEN: EFFECTIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

To develop effective recommendations, perform the following key steps

  1. Write the problem statement
  2. Describe the history of the problem.
  3. State the solution options that would correct the problem?
  4. Describe the consequences as a cost vs benefit analysis. (continued)

Describe other natural consequences of management's decision.

The natural consequences are those that occur automatically. Inaction might increase the cost of doing business (CODB)due to increased injuries or illness, and lower morale, productivity, quality, and profits. Management action will likely reduce the CODB because employees aren't getting hurt or sick, and morale, productivity, quality and profits remain high.

Describe the estimated insured and uninsured costs if corrective action not taken.

Through the years the average direct cost to close (process) a disabling claim has roamed around $10,000. It is also estimated that the average direct cost to close a fatality claim is around $300,000. According to the latest data (2001) from the National Safety Council, average direct/indirect costs for non-disabling injuries is over $7,000. The direct and indirect costs to employers for disabling injuries is about $29,000. And, the average direct/indirect costs for a workplace fatality is slightly over 1 million dollars!

Describe the system consequences of inaction.

System consequences usually originate outside the organization. Inaction might result in OSHA penalties, increased workers compensation, loss of contracts. Action is likely to result in lower penalties, workers compensation, and a higher probability of winning contracts.

 

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