Pillar three: People
Strengthening our safety culture
The safety culture within any organization is based on a combination of values, beliefs, attitudes and perceptions. These factors work together and impact the decisions, actions and behaviours that determine safety performance and outcomes. At SaskEnergy, it is imperative that a culture of safety is embedded into everything we do, each and every day. As part of this commitment, SaskEnergy participates annually in the Energy Safety Canada Certificate of Recognition (COR) Audit — an industry-recognized audit process that evaluates a company’s safety management system. In 2020-21, SaskEnergy achieved a score of 93 per cent, which the audit credited to: · employee involvement at all levels within the organization; · a commitment to creating and maintaining a safe workplace; · strong senior management support; · SaskEnergy’s detailed and up-to-date formal hazard assessment inventory; and · the extensive resource support system in place to ensure that the health, safety and well-being of employees remains a priority.
Photo was taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
SaskEnergy designates one week each year as Safety Stand Up. The week provides an opportunity for employees to ‘stand up for safety’ and discuss key health and safety issues with senior leaders, including members of SaskEnergy’s Executive team who travel to locations throughout the province to meet in person and lead breakout sessions with staff. In 2020-21, these sessions were held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. STANDING UP FOR SAFETY
Investing in our employees
SaskEnergy’s learning and development strategy is a key component of our commitment to provide employees with challenging opportunities for growth and support today’s workforce in meeting the demands of tomorrow.
Our strategy focuses on developing and enhancing people’s capabilities through:
The audit also noted areas for improvement, including manager site inspections and a review of key processes.
· on-demand access to digital learning; · action-based learning; · informal learning, including coaching and mentoring; · apprenticeships; · lunch and learn sessions; · employee engagement initiatives; and · fostering team effectiveness.
While our safety record is sound, we recognize there is always room to improve and that building safety culture requires visible support at all levels in the Corporation.
2020-21 Sustainability Report
24
Made with FlippingBook Ebook Creator