Differences between managers’ and safety professionals’ perceptions of upwards influence attempts within safety practice.

Cassandra Madigan; Kïrsten A. Way; Kelly Johnstone; Mike Capra

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Differences between managers’ and safety professionals’ perceptions of upwards influence attempts within safety practice.

July 13, 2022

Madigan C, Way KA, Johnstone K, et al. J Safety Res. 2022;81:203-215.

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Leadership engagement in safety is essential to implementing sustainable change. This qualitative study found that rational persuasion and legitimating were the most frequently used and certain factors – such as organizational culture, safety beliefs, and leadership style – can impact how safety professionals influence managers making safety decisions in healthcare settings. The authors discuss the importance of both technical and non-technical skills to enhance influence among safety professionals.

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