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Authors: Clifford Florczak
ISBN-13: 9780750676106, ISBN-10: 0750676108
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Elsevier Science
Date Published: October 2002
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Clifford Florczak

Cliff Florczak has spent twenty years in the environmental, safety, and health-related field. He has worked as a contractor performing environmental work for the US Environmental Protection Agency, teaching in the public school system, in private industry including manufacturers of both steel and chemicals, and is currently employed in the environmental consulting industry with a specialization in safety and health. Mr. Florczak has also written and co-authored numerous articles.

Book Synopsis

The author, a certified industrial hygienist and safety professional, provides a detailed discussion of zero incidents safety culture development programs, from management philosophies and theories to the practicalities of program implementation and compliance measurement. Particular emphasis is placed on two vital areas: the training and grooming of front-line supervisors and the effect of a tight economy of safety programs and culture. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Table of Contents

1Introduction1
2Management Philosophies and Theory10
3Assessment Tools28
4Program Implementation: How to Start44
5Medical Surveillance/Drug Testing55
6New Hire Orientation71
7Training83
8Safety Performance as Part of Performance Evaluations111
9Safety Incentive Bonus Programs126
10Planning for Field Compliance138
11Safety Culture Barometers151
12Measuring Field Compliance171
13Increasing Program Effectiveness199
14Training and Grooming Front-Line Supervisors215
15The Effects of a Tight Economy on Safety Programs and Culture250
App. AJob Safety Analysis (JSA)261
App. BTools for a Safety and Health Program Assessment273
App. CDraft Safety and Health Program Rule291
App. DExample Inspection Form299
App. EGeneral Audit Form311
Index325

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