There are two main types of influence we engage in safety performance; the external influences on behavior and the internal influences on behavior. Both must be studied, engaged and given intentional effort for a well-rounded safety culture.
The external tends to be the trigger. External influences trigger thoughts. Thoughts trigger feelings and then result in behaviors. The external influences are the circumstance in the behavior model. Some circumstances are out of the control of the worker and may need management support to improve.
The other form of influence is internal. In this method we influence people to become better than who they currently are. We influence people to grow and to challenge deeply ingrained belief systems that may not be serving them.
Both are essential for a well rounded safety culture.
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