Isle of Man Branch Seminar

21 October 2009

Isle of Man Branch seminar

Keyll Darree, DHSS Education and Training Centre, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM4 4RN

21 October 2009
09.00–14.35

Engaging people - a look at model behaviour

Creating a committed and motivated workforce that takes a proactive approach to health and safety performance and environmental issues is something most organisations want to achieve.

The challenge of engaging and motivating staff at all levels both to take responsibility and be proactive in these areas is a difficult one, but the potential benefits are enormous.

This seminar looked at how understanding the behaviour of employers, employees and others in the workplace with regard to health and safety can enable employers to influence this behaviour through transparent leadership styles, engaging with employees and meeting individuals’ responsibilities.

What did the seminar offer delegates?

Following a brief introduction by Stan Yellop, chairman of the Isle of Man Branch, His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor, Vice Admiral Sir Paul Haddacks KCB, will officially open the seminar.

In the first session, Professor Richard Booth from Aston University looked at behavioural aspects in management systems. When implementing and operating management systems, it’s necessary to consider competence, training and awareness, communication and consultation.

The second session, presented by Richard Brown, Director of  Portico  Associates Ltd, looked at the relations between managers and workers.

In the third session, Les Nicol, Managing Director of NK Joinery Ltd, outlined the ongoing success his company has had in implementing a recognised management system.

The fourth session was presented by Penny Creighton MBE, Chief Executive of Isle of Man Age Concern, and looked at the challenges associated with managing people’s behaviour in a charitable organisation.

The fifth session, presented by Russell Thornhill, Training Manager at the Isle of Man Ambulance and Paramedic Service, looked at a case study for engaging staff in the emergency services.

The final presentation, by Richard Booth, looked at ways of measuring the impact of behavioural interventions. There’ll be a question and answer session before the closing address.

The Executive Commitee:

Thank you to Laurence Dufour (International Officer) for her involvement with the event on the day.

Key learning points

Hopefully, delegates would have left the seminar with a better understanding of how behavioural strategies can be used to influence individuals’ behaviour, attitudes and responses. They would also be able to incorporate them into workplace practices to improve standards in your organisation.

This seminar was considered as essential for everyone involved in health and safety, including:

• health and safety practitioners
• HR professionals
• directors and managers
• charities and businesses
• safety representatives.