Safety Training Methods

When it comes to designing a safety training program for your company, you must take into consideration not only the goals and objectives of your company, but also the education and training needs of your employees.



The two main reasons to provide safety training are:
1. To teach someone how to safely perform a task (training)
2. To improve safety awareness (education)

Of course, there are additional reasons behind providing safety training, such as OSHA compliance and employee safety and liability.

Each employee learns differently. There are visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners; some a combination. Taking this into consideration will help in tailoring your training program to suit your employees needs.

Which safety training program is best for your employees depends on:
1. Skill and Knowledge Level of Participants
2. Time Allotted for the Training Program
3. Training Facility and Equipment Available
4. Level of Participation by Participants


Types of Training

On the Job
Pros:
-Sufficient Training Time
-Questions Answered Immediately
-Best for hands-on (kinesthetic) learners
Cons:
-Can Learn Unsafe Shortcuts
-Lacks Control Over Content

Individual Training
Pros:
-One-On-One Personalized Attention
-Can Correct Problems / Deficiencies While Training
-Control Over Content
Cons:
-Requires a Good Trainer
-Expensive / Labor Intensive
-Training May Take Too Long

Group Training
Pros:
-Sharing of Ideas
-Participation in Implementing those Ideas
-Consistent Message Heard by All
Cons:
-Requires a Good Trainer
-Possibility That Some Questions Won't Be Answered

Conferences
Pros:
-Sharing of Ideas / Brainstorming
Cons:
-Need a Facilitator to summarize, arbitrate and keep group on track

Tailgate / Toolbox
Pros:
-Informal
-Addresses Various Skill and Knowledge Levels
-Discussion and Problem Solving
-Boosts Morale
Cons:
-Limited Time
-Weather
-Distractions

Demonstrations
Pros:
-Group or One-On-One
-Allows for Performance of Task Learned
Cons:
-Not Always Ideal Situation
-Instructors Not Always Prepared

Video-Based
Pros:
-Entertaining
-Individuals or Groups
-Short Amount of Time; Great for Short Attention Spans
-Can Pause for Discussion or Rewind for Review
Cons:
-Lights Out

Programmed Instruction
Pros:
-Self-Paced
-Can Be Computerized
-Workbook with Quizzes and Tests
Cons:
-Self-Initiative Required

Computer-Assisted
Pros:
-Self-Directed
-Ensures Success Through Testing
Cons:
-Not Good for All Subjects

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