With there being so many risks associated with the construction industry, many employers are finding it beneficial to have a safety management program. This will not only prepare workers for certain risks, but it will also ensure the safety of the workers. Here is how to implement a safety management program: 

Software

A safety management software is simply a software program that stores all safety documents and records. This is to make sure everything is stored and can be referred back to in case of certain incidents. Not only does this help with the safety of the workers, but it also shows initiative and how likely the company is to grow. 

Talks

Having talks within your team will be beneficial in focussing on certain safety issues. These topics can be brought up by the team and will allow everyone to be educated and included. For best results, you can schedule weekly talks with different subject such as:

• What does safety mean to you?
• Tips for working around the workplace
• Safety practices specific to the workplace
• Preventing injuries and illnesses
• Building a safety culture 

Training 

To ensure that your team is able to tackle certain risks, it is important to conduct safety training. This can be done through hands-on events or having a sit down lecture on how to deal with certain situations. You should always include every worker in this discussion to make sure no one is left out. However, you should not overwhelm your workers. This training should be spaced out so that nothing gets overlooked or forgotten. 

Having an effective safety program is crucial in creating a good work environment and a more productive team. Jerdon Enterprises, L.P. has over three decades of engineering and construction experience to provide the best results for your project while remaining on time and on budget. View our portfolio to check out projects we’ve been involved in, as well as our services to see what we can do for you.