Workplace Safety: why are new employees the most vulnerable?
Nearly 15% of serious and fatal accidents occur within the first three months after hiring, and 25% of workplace accidents involve employees with less than one year of service at the company.* New employees are among the most vulnerable people in your organization.
These figures are alarming and raise critical questions about how new employees are trained and onboarded in industrial companies.
At didactum, we are convinced that digitizing Safety Induction processes can play a key role in reducing these accidents.
The challenges faced by new employees
New employees often face a wide range of challenges when they join a company.
They must not only adapt to a new work environment, but also quickly absorb the safety procedures specific to their role.
This intensive learning period increases the risk of mistakes and, consequently, accidents.
The importance of an effective Safety Induction
A well-structured and rigorous Safety Induction is essential to ensure the safety of new hires. Unfortunately, traditional training methods may not be sufficient.
Although in-person training sessions are important, they do not always cover every necessary aspect or ensure that each employee has fully understood and retained the information.
The solution: digitizing Safety Induction
At didactum, we firmly believe that digitizing Safety Induction is the key to improving safety for new employees.
Here is how:
- Accessibility and Availability: online training modules can be accessed at any time, allowing new employees to complete their training before arriving on site and review critical information at their own pace.
- Interactivity and Engagement: digitized training can include interactive elements such as quizzes, videos, and interactions, making learning more engaging and effective.
- Tracking and Assessment: thanks to technology, it is possible to track each employee’s progress and ensure they fully understand safety procedures before they start work.
didactum: your partner in workplace safety
At didactum, we support industrial companies in digitizing their Safety Induction processes.
Our goal is to reduce the number of workplace accidents, especially among new employees, by providing innovative and effective training tools.
By investing in your employees’ safety from day one, you contribute not only to their well-being, but also to your company’s productivity and reputation. Together, let’s make workplace safety a priority.
Follow our guide to confidently approach the digitization of your Safety Induction processes.
*Sources: French Ministry of Labour, 09/18/2023, & INRS, 2013.
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