112 Introduction to Safety Supervision

The Safe On-the-Job Training (OJT) Model

Measurement occurs throughout this process while keeping each employee safe from injuring themselves while learning.

Step 1 - Introduction
The instructor tells the trainee about the training. At this time, the instructor emphasizes the importance of the procedure to the success of the production/service goals, invites questions, and emphasizes accountability.

Step 2 - Trainer shows and tells
In this step, the student becomes familiar with safe work practices in each step and why they are important. The trainer explains and demonstrates each step, and responds to any questions the student might have. The trainer continues to demonstrate and explain each step until the student understands what to do, when and why to do it, and how to do it.

Step 3 - Trainer shows and asks
This step gives the instructor an opportunity to discover any misunderstanding and, at the same time, it protects the student because the instructor performs the procedure. The student tells the instructor how to do the procedure, while the instructor does it. It's important to include this step if injury is possible. If the employee is not exposed to hazards that could cause injury, you may skip this step.

Step 4 - Student tells, asks, and shows
Now it's the student's turn. To further protect the employee, the Instructor must give permission for the student to perform each step. The student carries out the procedure but remains protected because he or she explains the process before actually performing the procedure.

Step 5 - Trainer concludes the training
Once the formal training is finished, the trainer should:

• Recognize the student's accomplishment - "Good job!"
• Reemphasize the importance of the procedure and how it fits into the overall process.
• Remind the employee about their responsibilities and accountability by discussing the natural consequences (hurt/health) and system consequences (reprimand/reward).

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