Can my self-talk really make me safe?

Here are three self-talk statements that can activate smart thinking and safe behavior:

1. Safety is not a matter of luck.
2. I take pride in working safely.
3. We’ve got to look out for each other’s safety.

Let’s look at how each of these statements activates safety-related thinking and awareness.

1. I control my own safety. I have influence over what happens to me.
2. I’m a responsible, quality-minded worker. Safety is part of the package.
3. Safety is a shared responsibility. The workplace is safer when we watch out for each other and communicate.