Why do managers make a commitment to safety?

Employers put time and money into employee safety for one or more basic reasons:

Reason No. 1. To fulfill the social imperative.

This strategy is the most effective in the long term. These managers have come to the realization that long-term corporate survival depends on more than maximizing short-term profits. They will value and tap into the incredible creative potential of each employee, from janitor to president. These managers will appreciate the inherent value of each employee, not just as a worker, but as a corporate "family" member. They also value the roles each of their employees fulfills away from work as mothers, fathers, coaches, helpers, etc. Safety is perceived as a core corporate value that does not change when the going gets tough. When managers value safety at this level, they naturally employ the next two strategies.

This is the ideal safety culture because commitment to safety is beyond legal compliance.