Harold McAlindon said, “Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” As new leaders in safety begin working with organizations and seeing to the needs of employees everywhere, we should want to leave our own trail. We will embrace opportunities and strive to work our hardest every day.  We will lead by example to develop professionally and educate others who are willing to learn. Let's start right now!

In the previous article, we took a hard look at safety’s first problem – how it is studied.  As safety leaders, we are challenged with looking at issues or incidents, in circumstances where there is political pressure and a preference for short explanations.  If the safety issue cannot be condensed or explained with brevity, then an assumption exists or comes into play, that it is not well understood.  

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About ISNetworld®

ISNetworld® is a data management company that offers verification services for large companies who contract with numerous suppliers. By contracting with ISNetworld®, these companies outsource the review and verification of safety, insurance and other requirements.

While occupational health and safety has come a long way in the last 50 years, it hasn’t been all sunshine and daisies. There are a number of aspects which still cause safety professionals and practitioners difficulty in the workplace. While some of these issues are directly related to how organizations and work are designed, some of them are self-inflicted. Recognizing our sphere of control and influence, it seems necessary to address these issues forthwith.