Done by: Emily
Depending on the situation, the type of indicators I am going to use can be different. If there is an accident that occur at the workplace then reactive indicators have to be used as the desired safety outcome is not achieved. Through the reactive monitors we are able to see whether the workplace safety risks are controlled or not. If it is not then we have to see the accident frequency rate, severity rate and number of accidents to find another way to better control the risks to improve and better monitor the safety and health in the workplace.
If there is no accident in a workplace for many years, or if there is a new way control the risks is implemented then proactive indicators will be used. This is to monitor the effectiveness of the risk control system and provide feedback on the ways to improve so as to prevent an accident or incident to happen. This can be achieved through systematic and routine inspections of the present state of the workplace to identify any areas to improve for the safety and health of the workers in the workplace. I have to ensure that the workers working there understand what they have to do or follow at the workplace to ensure their safety and health. I also have to ensure the workplace environment is good and workplace environment is good and workplace machines are in good condition. This is so as to be able to prevent an incident or accident from occurring.
Therefore, depending on the situation i will best use proactive or reactive indicators to monitor performance and improve safety and health for people working at the workplace.