Management Commitment to Safety StatementFor a safety and loss prevention program to effectively integrate safety into the company culture,management must be 100% behind the program.Management must assume leadership in the program and set company polices and practices as with all other aspects of the business. A formal written statement of management’s commitment to safety and loss prevention...................................emphasizes the importance the company places on safety and loss prevention................illustrates the investment the company is willing to make to provide a safe working environment. ................assigns responsibility to every employee to carry out operations in a safe and efficient manner. Communication of the Policy StatementOnce the management safety policy statement is established every employee must become familiar with the statement. All employees must receive a copy of the statement. All employees should sign a copy of the statement acknowledging receipt and understanding. A copy of the signed statement should be kept in the employee’s trainingfile. The statement should be posted at all locations in an area visible to every employee, manager and visitors. Policy Statement Development Attached are examples of Management Commitment to Safety Statements. You may already have developed a statement or wish to develop your own. The statement should be typed on company letterhead and signed by top management. Once the process is complete please do not forget to return the sign-off sheet at the end of this section.
Commitment to Safety Policy policy is that every employee is entitled to a safe and healthful employment. We pledge to provide a workplace that is safe, with the proper equipment, materials, and training necessary to perform your job in a safe manner. isdedicated to complying with all Federal, State, & local safety and health regulations. As an employee of < you are responsible for performing your job in a safe manner. Management recognizes the importance of safety and loss prevention and considers this a primary responsibility. Employees and managers must cooperate to make this policy effective. By working together, we can make sure that our work environment continues to be productive and safe. Thank you for you commitment and assistance,______________________________________________PresidentDateYour signature indicates that you have received and reviewed commitment to safety and loss prevention statement. This signature page will be kept as part of your training records. As an employee of you are required to work in a safe manner and follow all safety and loss prevention polices and procedures. Your foreman is always available to answer any questions that you may have regarding workplace safety. Employee SignatureDate