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7. Effective reinforcement processes to help individuals and teams feel
genuinely appreciated for their actions to meet or exceed perform-
ance expectations.
8. Application of a “Plan-Do-Check-Act” improvement process to en-
sure plans are implemented, performance monitored, and adjust-
ments made as necessary to achieve desired results. Full application
of the “Plan-Do-Check-Act” cycle (illustrated in Figure 3-2), also
known as the Deming improvement cycle, helps minimize the mor-
tality rate for new improvement initiatives. 1
Process Model For Serious Incident
Prevention
On a global basis, progress appears relatively limited in the full applica-
tion of performance management principles for ensuring the work required
for serious incident prevention is sustained at high performance levels. A
process model is needed that merges proven performance management tech-
niques with sound risk-management practices. The following eight elements
are essential for inclusion in an effective process for maintaining workplace
conditions necessary to sustain serious-incident-free operations.
Element 1: Management Commitment
and Leadership
Management commitment and leadership is critical to overcoming the
barriers for success and for maintaining the serious incident prevention
FIGURE 3-2. The “Plan-Do-Check-Act” continuous improvement cycle.
