Introduction to Safety Leadership - Certification Training

This training is designed to strengthen the knowledge of employees and managers in the field of safety leadership. Participants will explore John Maxwell’s Five Levels of Leadership, the three main styles of safety leadership, and learn how to apply this knowledge in practice, influence the company’s safety culture, and increase employee engagement within the safety management system (SMS).

Program Components

• The Importance of Safety Leadership – OSHA’s definition of safety leadership and its role within the organization
• John Maxwell’s Five Levels of Leadership – description of each level with practical examples
• Leadership’s Influence on the Company – how management shapes the organization’s safety culture
• Safety Leadership Styles:
  - Tough-Coercive
  - Tough-Controlling
  - Tough-Caring
• Leadership Commitment (“Commitment”) – demonstrating commitment and observing employee responses
• Company Mission & Vision – key differences and practical applications
• Reactive vs. Proactive Safety Strategies – approaches for decision-making and risk prevention
• Active Demonstration of Leadership – practical examples of how management demonstrates leadership in safety
• Increasing Employee Engagement – removing barriers and encouraging active participation in the safety management system

Who Should Attend

✅ Managers and supervisors
✅ Safety inspectors
✅ Leaders responsible for managing team safety programs
✅ Anyone looking to strengthen their leadership skills in safety management

⏱ Duration: 6 hours (1 full working day)
📍 Format: Certification training – theory and practical exercises
📜 Certificate: Issued upon successful completion of the assessment