Leadership
How Supervisor Behaviour Dictates Reporting Culture
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Glenn Jones
Applied Latitude Consulting
The Frontline Filter
A company's reporting culture is not determined by the executive safety policy; it is determined by the reaction of the frontline supervisor when bad news is delivered. If a supervisor reacts with frustration, blame, or dismissiveness, the flow of vital operational intelligence stops immediately.Practical Action
Train supervisors explicitly in 'receiving bad news.' The immediate response to a reported error or hazard must be 'Thank you for bringing this to my attention,' followed by curiosity rather than judgement.Disclaimer: This article is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Approaches should be adapted to your specific regulatory and operational context.
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