Citation

Menckel E, Carter N, Hellbom M. Int. J. Ind. Ergonomics 1993; 12(4): 301-309.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1993, Elsevier Publishing)

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Abstract

We have previously reported that a combination of two group routines, an accident investigation group and a review group, led to improved accident prevention activities and accident statistics at one company over a three-year period. This article describes the use and effects of the two group routines during an additional 8 years. The investigation group assisted foremen in their accident investigations. The review group regularly discussed accidents that had occurred since the previous meeting and was responsible for checking on the implementation of accident prevention measures. As compared to the three years preceding the introduction of the routines, proposals for countermeasures increased by 19%. Accident frequency was reduced by 10% and accident severity by 35% during the period the routines were used. The largest improvements occurred during the first five years, after which variability in these measures increased. Both group routines were begun with minimal instruction and assistance and each was positively received by foremen and personnel involved. The results suggest that the routines could be of benefit to other companies.