June is National Safety Month, promoted by the National Safety Council. Employers run a month of safety training and reminders, and branded items help keep the message in sight. Reward participation and hazard reporting, not only injury free days.
Ideas by budget
| Budget per person | Ideas |
|---|---|
| Under $15 | T-shirt, lanyard, insulated tumbler, first aid kit |
| $15 to $35 | Hi-vis tee or hoodie, cooler bag, flashlight |
| $35 and up | Jacket, quality first aid or emergency kit, tool bag |
A weekly theme
Many employers pick a weekly focus, such as hazard reporting or emergency preparedness, and hand out one related item each week: a first aid kit, a flashlight, a reflective item.
Recognition that encourages reporting
OSHA allows safety incentives as long as they do not discourage injury reporting. Rewarding hazard reports and training completion is always allowed.
Offices too
Safety Month is not only for field teams. Ergonomics and emergency preparedness items work in offices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is National Safety Month?
- Every June.
- What items work for a Safety Month campaign?
- T-shirts for kickoff, then practical items tied to each week's theme, such as first aid kits, flashlights and reflective gear.
- Can we give rewards for no injuries?
- OSHA allows it if the program does not discourage reporting. Also reward hazard reports and training.