January 2023: Focus on Supervisors

Welcome to the first issue of Safety Focus, a monthly email from AEU with materials that can help you and your teams work more safely. We'll share content you can use in safety meetings and training efforts each month.

Let's take a closer look at the importance of front-line supervisors and managers. The effectiveness of these individuals can dramatically impact your company's safety performance, employee morale, production quality, and bottom line. This key group of employees can make or break your safety program. 

What impact are your supervisors having on safety performance and company culture?

When your employees see that safety is important to management, it reminds them safety is a priority. Here are eight ways leaders at every level can demonstrate their buy-in to the safety program. Read the full article.

What your employees want from their safety manager—and it's more than just a safe work environment

A safety manager must inspire workers to understand the critical importance of safety. Understanding these five key behaviors will help safety managers establish credibility and respect from the workforce. Read the full article.

Key safety responsibilities for every supervisor and manager

At your company, who is responsible for safety? There are many groups of individuals who impact your safety program in different ways. Front-line supervisor and manager involvement is a vital component of ensuring your safety culture thrives. Read the full article.

In our Supervisor Skills: Secrets of Success podcast, we explore the soft skills that matter most for front-line managers. Here are some short episodes with steps they can take today to improve their effectiveness as a leader.

• 5 Things Managers of Generation Z Employees Should Be Doing (9 min)
• Delegating Tasks: 5 Things Supervisors Need to Know (6 min)
• 5 Ways Supervisors Can Communicate More Effectively (8 min)
• Walking the Talk: Leading Safety by Example (9 min)
• A Supervisor's Guide to Preventing Serious Injuries (10 min)

The content below requires access to AEU's member-exclusive online portals. If you're an ALMA member and have not yet registered, please do so by clicking here.

Toolbox Talks

• Make Your Personal Safety a Priority in Everything You Do

Safety Bulletins

• Why Workplace Safety Attitudes are Important
• Gaining Safety Commitment from Employees
• Why Employees Should Care About Workplace Safety & Health

On-Demand Webcasts

• 6 Critical Skills Required to Influence & Motivate Others (55 min)
• Why Your Workers Take Chances and What You Can Do About It (47 min)
• Preparing Front-Line Supervisors for Success (53 min)
• Simple Concepts for Becoming a Better Leader (26 min)

AEU National Forum

April 3-5, 2023

Chicago, Illinois

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