Managing for safeness

Article Abstract:

To minimize the possibility of workplace accidents and employee injuries, managers and supervisors should periodically observe all work stations throughout the company to note unsafe practices and "accidents waiting to happen." Following these observational reviews, managers or supervisors should meet with line workers to discuss workplace safety, emphasizing six basic rules of safety: (1) workers must concentrate on the job while working; (2) workers should be alert to safe work practices at all times, and manage their time to avoid rushing the work; (3) workers should, as much as possible, change or alternate their daily routines to minimize carelessness; (4) workers should never take chances with safety; (5) workers must avoid taking unsafe short-cuts to improve productivity; and (6) workers should take responsibility for their coworkers' daily safety as well as their own.

Management, Safety and security measures, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Human resource management, Employee safety education

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Exploring causes of problem performance

Article Abstract:

There are many factors in poor employee performance. Managers can create constructive remedies by discovering how behavior originates and analyzing the causes before taking action. Outside stress can reduce an employee's day-to-day performance. There is often confusion between the employee's and the supervisor's version of the job description. Some employees are perceived as having a poor attitude when in reality they may lack organizational skills, be unclear about priorities and management's expectations, or the job may no longer be a challenge for them. Managers often make the mistake of only talking to employees when something is incorrect. Employees need day-to-day supervision and feedback that takes into account their individual styles.

Performance, Analysis, Usage, Supervision of employees, Employee supervision, Goal setting

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