Slide 1

My Life Monday
Many say that shortcuts are risky....
What makes an effective safety program and what is the
most important component in a safety program? The
answer is the same for both questions. You will find the
answer at the end of the presentation but hold on, don’t
check the answer yet. Try the next question.
“Safety can be applied whether you use shortcuts or
follow procedures.” Do you agree or disagree? Take some
time to think about your answer…..

Can you justify your answer?

Consider this example
Let’s say you agree and you justify your
agreement using this scenario: When crossing a
road, you don’t usually use the pedestrian
crossing but to ensure your personal safety, you
check the road and only cross when there
are no vehicles in sight.
For those who don’t agree, you probably think
that a pedestrian crossing is the only safe way to
cross roads or highways as you never know when
a vehicle will appear.

What is a “shortcut” when referring
to workplace safety?
A shortcut is the quickest way to get a job done. You might have to
eliminate a few safety steps in order to complete the task. But does this

assure personal safety? Lets look at some examples:
Stepping over a moving conveyer belt instead of
going around it. This is common at airports.

Failing to fasten one’s seatbelt for a short vehicle trip.
Laying a piece of plywood over a hole instead of barricading it.
Working with chemicals without the proper protective equipment.

Here are some other common accident causes.
Being over confident- Being confident is good but overconfidence can
be too much of a good thing. You are more likely to make mistakes
if you’re not careful.
Starting a task with incomplete instructions-if you don’t understand the
instructions, ask questions. Asking questions indicate that you want a clear
explanation and does not mean you are not intelligent or incapable of
absorbing instructions.
Ignoring safety procedures-Being casual about safety procedures will
definitely lead to casualties.
Distraction-You may be caught up in a conversation with
a colleague while performing a dangerous task or if you are having a
bad day, it could affect your overall performance. Stay focused on the job.
By doing the job safely, you are preventing further complications.
Failure to plan and observe- It is important to plan your task. Make sure
you are aware of the safety procedures and hazards of your job,
and that you have the right safety gear before attempting the task.


Slide 2

My Life Monday
Many say that shortcuts are risky....
What makes an effective safety program and what is the
most important component in a safety program? The
answer is the same for both questions. You will find the
answer at the end of the presentation but hold on, don’t
check the answer yet. Try the next question.
“Safety can be applied whether you use shortcuts or
follow procedures.” Do you agree or disagree? Take some
time to think about your answer…..

Can you justify your answer?

Consider this example
Let’s say you agree and you justify your
agreement using this scenario: When crossing a
road, you don’t usually use the pedestrian
crossing but to ensure your personal safety, you
check the road and only cross when there
are no vehicles in sight.
For those who don’t agree, you probably think
that a pedestrian crossing is the only safe way to
cross roads or highways as you never know when
a vehicle will appear.

What is a “shortcut” when referring
to workplace safety?
A shortcut is the quickest way to get a job done. You might have to
eliminate a few safety steps in order to complete the task. But does this

assure personal safety? Lets look at some examples:
Stepping over a moving conveyer belt instead of
going around it. This is common at airports.

Failing to fasten one’s seatbelt for a short vehicle trip.
Laying a piece of plywood over a hole instead of barricading it.
Working with chemicals without the proper protective equipment.

Here are some other common accident causes.
Being over confident- Being confident is good but overconfidence can
be too much of a good thing. You are more likely to make mistakes
if you’re not careful.
Starting a task with incomplete instructions-if you don’t understand the
instructions, ask questions. Asking questions indicate that you want a clear
explanation and does not mean you are not intelligent or incapable of
absorbing instructions.
Ignoring safety procedures-Being casual about safety procedures will
definitely lead to casualties.
Distraction-You may be caught up in a conversation with
a colleague while performing a dangerous task or if you are having a
bad day, it could affect your overall performance. Stay focused on the job.
By doing the job safely, you are preventing further complications.
Failure to plan and observe- It is important to plan your task. Make sure
you are aware of the safety procedures and hazards of your job,
and that you have the right safety gear before attempting the task.


Slide 3

My Life Monday
Many say that shortcuts are risky....
What makes an effective safety program and what is the
most important component in a safety program? The
answer is the same for both questions. You will find the
answer at the end of the presentation but hold on, don’t
check the answer yet. Try the next question.
“Safety can be applied whether you use shortcuts or
follow procedures.” Do you agree or disagree? Take some
time to think about your answer…..

Can you justify your answer?

Consider this example
Let’s say you agree and you justify your
agreement using this scenario: When crossing a
road, you don’t usually use the pedestrian
crossing but to ensure your personal safety, you
check the road and only cross when there
are no vehicles in sight.
For those who don’t agree, you probably think
that a pedestrian crossing is the only safe way to
cross roads or highways as you never know when
a vehicle will appear.

What is a “shortcut” when referring
to workplace safety?
A shortcut is the quickest way to get a job done. You might have to
eliminate a few safety steps in order to complete the task. But does this

assure personal safety? Lets look at some examples:
Stepping over a moving conveyer belt instead of
going around it. This is common at airports.

Failing to fasten one’s seatbelt for a short vehicle trip.
Laying a piece of plywood over a hole instead of barricading it.
Working with chemicals without the proper protective equipment.

Here are some other common accident causes.
Being over confident- Being confident is good but overconfidence can
be too much of a good thing. You are more likely to make mistakes
if you’re not careful.
Starting a task with incomplete instructions-if you don’t understand the
instructions, ask questions. Asking questions indicate that you want a clear
explanation and does not mean you are not intelligent or incapable of
absorbing instructions.
Ignoring safety procedures-Being casual about safety procedures will
definitely lead to casualties.
Distraction-You may be caught up in a conversation with
a colleague while performing a dangerous task or if you are having a
bad day, it could affect your overall performance. Stay focused on the job.
By doing the job safely, you are preventing further complications.
Failure to plan and observe- It is important to plan your task. Make sure
you are aware of the safety procedures and hazards of your job,
and that you have the right safety gear before attempting the task.


Slide 4

My Life Monday
Many say that shortcuts are risky....
What makes an effective safety program and what is the
most important component in a safety program? The
answer is the same for both questions. You will find the
answer at the end of the presentation but hold on, don’t
check the answer yet. Try the next question.
“Safety can be applied whether you use shortcuts or
follow procedures.” Do you agree or disagree? Take some
time to think about your answer…..

Can you justify your answer?

Consider this example
Let’s say you agree and you justify your
agreement using this scenario: When crossing a
road, you don’t usually use the pedestrian
crossing but to ensure your personal safety, you
check the road and only cross when there
are no vehicles in sight.
For those who don’t agree, you probably think
that a pedestrian crossing is the only safe way to
cross roads or highways as you never know when
a vehicle will appear.

What is a “shortcut” when referring
to workplace safety?
A shortcut is the quickest way to get a job done. You might have to
eliminate a few safety steps in order to complete the task. But does this

assure personal safety? Lets look at some examples:
Stepping over a moving conveyer belt instead of
going around it. This is common at airports.

Failing to fasten one’s seatbelt for a short vehicle trip.
Laying a piece of plywood over a hole instead of barricading it.
Working with chemicals without the proper protective equipment.

Here are some other common accident causes.
Being over confident- Being confident is good but overconfidence can
be too much of a good thing. You are more likely to make mistakes
if you’re not careful.
Starting a task with incomplete instructions-if you don’t understand the
instructions, ask questions. Asking questions indicate that you want a clear
explanation and does not mean you are not intelligent or incapable of
absorbing instructions.
Ignoring safety procedures-Being casual about safety procedures will
definitely lead to casualties.
Distraction-You may be caught up in a conversation with
a colleague while performing a dangerous task or if you are having a
bad day, it could affect your overall performance. Stay focused on the job.
By doing the job safely, you are preventing further complications.
Failure to plan and observe- It is important to plan your task. Make sure
you are aware of the safety procedures and hazards of your job,
and that you have the right safety gear before attempting the task.


Slide 5

My Life Monday
Many say that shortcuts are risky....
What makes an effective safety program and what is the
most important component in a safety program? The
answer is the same for both questions. You will find the
answer at the end of the presentation but hold on, don’t
check the answer yet. Try the next question.
“Safety can be applied whether you use shortcuts or
follow procedures.” Do you agree or disagree? Take some
time to think about your answer…..

Can you justify your answer?

Consider this example
Let’s say you agree and you justify your
agreement using this scenario: When crossing a
road, you don’t usually use the pedestrian
crossing but to ensure your personal safety, you
check the road and only cross when there
are no vehicles in sight.
For those who don’t agree, you probably think
that a pedestrian crossing is the only safe way to
cross roads or highways as you never know when
a vehicle will appear.

What is a “shortcut” when referring
to workplace safety?
A shortcut is the quickest way to get a job done. You might have to
eliminate a few safety steps in order to complete the task. But does this

assure personal safety? Lets look at some examples:
Stepping over a moving conveyer belt instead of
going around it. This is common at airports.

Failing to fasten one’s seatbelt for a short vehicle trip.
Laying a piece of plywood over a hole instead of barricading it.
Working with chemicals without the proper protective equipment.

Here are some other common accident causes.
Being over confident- Being confident is good but overconfidence can
be too much of a good thing. You are more likely to make mistakes
if you’re not careful.
Starting a task with incomplete instructions-if you don’t understand the
instructions, ask questions. Asking questions indicate that you want a clear
explanation and does not mean you are not intelligent or incapable of
absorbing instructions.
Ignoring safety procedures-Being casual about safety procedures will
definitely lead to casualties.
Distraction-You may be caught up in a conversation with
a colleague while performing a dangerous task or if you are having a
bad day, it could affect your overall performance. Stay focused on the job.
By doing the job safely, you are preventing further complications.
Failure to plan and observe- It is important to plan your task. Make sure
you are aware of the safety procedures and hazards of your job,
and that you have the right safety gear before attempting the task.