The 7 principles of leadership

It is more an issue of skill than charisma. Leadership can be learned, developed, and practised. These seven principles are applied by safety leaders on every level, in every part of the organisation.

- build the vision

- share the vision

- be credible

- give safety its rightful importance in decisions

- be present in the field

- promote team spirit and inter-departmental cooperation

- recognise best practices and apply just sanctions