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The image illustrates the four stages of safety culture: Reactive, Dependent, Independent, and Interdependent. Organizations with a mature safety culture do not rely solely on procedures or supervision. They create an environment where everyone takes responsibility for safety and actively looks out for others.
Where Are We Today?
Reactive Culture
• Accidents are considered unavoidable.
• Safety actions occur mainly after an incident.
• Focus is on minimum compliance.
Dependent Culture
• Safety depends on management supervision and rules.
• Employees work safely because they are being monitored.
• Compliance is the primary focus.
Independent Culture
• Individuals take personal responsibility for safety.
• People follow procedures even when no one is watching.
• Safe behaviours become a habit.
Interdependent Culture (ABB Goal)
• Safety is a core value and not just a priority.
• Employees care for their own safety and the safety of colleagues.
• People confidently intervene and stop unsafe acts.
• Teams work together toward "Zero Harm by Choice."
ABB HSE Expectations
• Follow ABB Life Saving Rules at all times.
• Stop Work if conditions become unsafe.
• Report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Conduct quality risk assessments before starting work.
• Intervene positively when unsafe behaviours are observed.
• Learn from incidents and share lessons across teams.
Key Message
A strong safety culture is achieved when safety is driven not by fear, rules, or supervision, but by shared values and genuine care for one another. Every intervention, every hazard reported, and every safe choice made brings us closer to ABB's vision of Zero Harm.
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