Safety Leading Indicators

This one-hour online course defines leading indicators, describing the distinction between the active and passive types. It also explains that leading indicators include policies and programs that are put in place before injuries occur, and that when such a policy or program is simply put in place, it can be considered a passive leading indicator. When it is continuously measured and used in a project safety improvement program, it becomes an active leading indicator. Finally, this course presents the steps for establishing an active safety leading indicator program.