As part of a series on the role of the Safety Coach, this article focuses on observing work practices in the context of a behavior-based safety approach. Simply put, behavior-based safety (BBS) is a systematic way to promote safety in the workplace. Typically it involves creating a process that clearly defines a set of safe behaviors and work practices that reduce employees’ risks for injuries.

Click the links below to download our informative training short on Being a Safety Coach, pt. 2, Observing:

• Be a Safety Coach, pt. 2, Observing – English*
• Be a Safety Coach, pt. 2, Observing – Spanish*

*shorts will open as a Microsoft Word download