Vision Zero: 7 Golden Rules – for zero accidents and healthy work. A guide for employers and managers (August 2017)

Summary

Accidents at work and occupational diseases are neither determined by fate nor unavoidable – they always have causes. By building a strong prevention culture, these causes can be eliminated and work related accidents, harm and occupational diseases be prevented.

'Vision Zero' is a transformational approach to prevention that integrates the three dimensions of safety, health and well-being at all levels of work. The International Social Security Association (ISSA) Vision Zero concept is flexible and can be adjusted to the specific safety, health or well-being priorities for prevention in any given context. Thanks to this flexibility, Vision Zero is beneficial to any workplace, enterprise or industry in all regions of the world. 

Content

7 golden rules for Vision Zero

1. Take leadership – demonstrate commitment.
2. Identify hazards – control risks.
3. Define targets – develop programmes.
4. Ensure a safe and healthy system – be well-organised.
5. Ensure safety and health in machines, equipment and workplaces.
6. Improve qualifications – develop competence.
7. Invest in people – motivate by participation.