A dynamic leadership program that empowers managers and teams to create a culture where safety is not enforced but embraced – turning compliance into genuine commitment.
Flexible – 1 to 2 days, depending on format and participant profile
Internationally Accredited by Highfield Qualifications (UK)
This program is designed for professionals at every level who play a role in shaping safety behavior and culture within their organizations, including:
To lead safety performance and model the behaviors that influence organizational culture.
To motivate teams, communicate expectations clearly, and reinforce safe habits on site.
To strengthen leadership presence and connect safety systems with real-world performance.
To act as catalysts for change and promote peer accountability across teams.
To embed safety values into learning, onboarding, and organizational development programs.
To enhance their ability to shape mindsets, decisions, and everyday safety actions.
Even the best safety systems fail when leadership is unclear, communication is weak, or culture is neglected. That’s where this qualification comes in.
Safety Leadership for Managers provides a deep and practical understanding of how safety cultures are formed – and how leaders at any level can actively shape them. This accredited program introduces the key components of a positive safety culture, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to influence safe behaviors, improve communication, and elevate commitment across teams.
Whether you’re leading a small crew or managing safety performance at scale, this qualification builds your capability to lead safety by example – and create an environment where safety is not enforced, but embraced.
Participants will gain practical tools and leadership insight to build, sustain, and champion a strong safety culture across all organizational levels.
Identify why safety systems break down and apply proven methods to make them succeed consistently.
Differentiate between positive, negative, and neutral safety cultures to guide focused improvement.
Discover how leadership behavior directly shapes safety systems, communication, and outcomes.
Learn the seven foundational components that define a resilient, high-performing safety culture.
Use the ABC Model of behavior-based safety to influence actions and reinforce safe habits.
Measure and monitor safety performance using proactive indicators that predict future outcomes.
Balance motivation and discipline effectively to encourage ownership and accountability for safety.
Develop step-by-step strategies that enhance engagement, communication, and shared responsibility.
Shift attitudes from compliance-driven behaviors to a genuine, value-based safety commitment.
Designed with flexibility to meet organizational and participant needs.
Can be delivered as:
A highly experiential and engaging learning experience featuring:
By the end of the Safety Leadership and Culture program, participants will have the mindset and practical tools to lead with influence and create environments where safety thrives naturally.
Guide teams toward safer actions through strong communication and personal example.
Build a workplace atmosphere where safety awareness and accountability are shared.
Encourage participation and ownership of safety goals at every organizational level.
Promote teamwork and mutual protection across departments and project sites.
Demonstrate visible commitment to safety values in daily operations and decisions.
Ensure safety becomes an enduring value that drives continuous improvement.
If you’re ready to build a culture where safety is led with influence – not enforcement – this program is your next step.
Fill out the form or email us at info@y-access.com to explore how Safety Leadership and Culture can be customized for your team or organization.
