Behaviour-Based Safety

Aims:

The Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) Course is designed to enhance workplace safety by:

• Understanding human behaviour in safety practices
• Identifying and mitigating risks
• Implementing proactive safety measures
• Fostering a strong safety culture to reduce incidents

 Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Define Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) and its workplace significance.
2. Identify the causes of unsafe behaviour and distinguish between behaviour and attitude.
3. Address common safety myths and challenges in workplace safety programs.
4. Apply the ABC Model of Behaviour Change to safety practices.
5. Analyze risk and accident potential using the Incident Triangle.
6. Develop and implement a structured BBS program with clear roles and responsibilities.
7. Utilize observation and feedback techniques to reinforce safe behaviours.
8. Enhance safety engagement across all levels of an organization.

Course Modules:

• Introduction to BBS & Its Importance
• Challenges in Safety Programs
• Behaviour & Incident Analysis
• BBS Principles & Models
• Developing a BBS Program
• Roles & Responsibilities in BBS

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Behaviour-Based Safety
• Common Myths & Why Safety Programs Fail
• The Incident Triangle & Riskier Jobs
• ABC Model of Behaviour Change
• Basic Elements & Principles of BBS
• Significant Characteristics & Origins of BBS
• Behaviour vs. Attitude in Workplace Safety
• Situations of Accident Potential & Process Models
• Reinforcement, Feedback & BBS Program Implementation
• Observation Process & Consequences Affecting Behaviour
• Building a BBS Program & Roles of Workers & Management