Post on 24-Jul-2020
www.dickensontrans.com.au
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Making Safety A Stronger Priority
Presented by Tracie Dickenson
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Family owned and operated
Started as an owner operator in 1988
Formed Daryl Dickenson Transport in 2001
Currently We Employ- 50 workers and have 30 vehicles
Predominately steel carrierso Warehousing and distribution
o Breakbulk and Container Cartageo Local, Intrastate and Interstate
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Increased awareness of employer responsibilities
WHSQ small business advisor
Appointed a safety and compliance officer
Involved the workers
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You are not alone!o Light bulb moment
Getting involvedo WHSQ Transport Safety Network Meetings
o Joining associations
Sharing knowledge and networking
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Getting employees’ buy-in
◦ Communication
◦ Understanding
◦ Input and involvement
Inductions
o Drivers’ handbook
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• Educational tool not a punishmento Monitoringo Training
• Driver resistanceo Big Brother o Driver Concernso Job Securityo Attitude
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Safety concerns with leaver dogs
Consulted drivers on alternatives
Customer awareness
Training
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Communication
Buddy driving
Retraining
Re-induction
Flexibility
Work life balance
Taking an interest
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Improved safety outcomes
Better reputation
Employer of choice
Bottom line savings
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Networking and accessing information
Take your employees with you
Communication is key
Continuous improvement
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Safety is a journey not a destination
Improving safety vs business growth
Resources are readily available
Everyone must be on-board
Plan a staged implementation
Be prepared to stay the course
Mental health and Well Being
Introduction of Electronic Work Diary
Thank you!
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