Is your company's safety training adequate and up to date? An effective safety training program requires continuous evaluation and attention. Here's how to evaluate your safety training program in seven steps.
1. CONDUCT A SAFETY TRAINING NEEDS ASSESSMENT
A training needs assessment is a methodology that evaluates your company's operations and risks and determines if there are any gaps in your safety training programs.
2. Evaluate the Costs and Benefits of Your Training Program
Measure the costs and benefits of your safety training program. Compare the costs and benefits of correcting deficiencies against improvements that can be achieved through safety training and makes sure you are getting results from your training investment.
3. Are Your Objectives Being Met?
Define what your workers are learning as a result of your safety training program. Is the training objective aligned with your company's goals and mission? Is the objective based on specific and measurable criteria?
4. Are Your Training Methods Effective?
Are you using the most effective method for training? Here are a few options to consider for your safety training program:
There are several components involved in creating an effective presentation for your safety training program.
Effective safety training allows your workers to implement what they learned in a supportive environment. A supportive environment can be created through coaching, behavioral observation, and creating accountability with your workers, managers and supervisors.
7. Evaluate the Results of Your Training Efforts
There are several methods that you can use to measure the effectiveness of your safety training program.