The Dirty Little Lie We All Tell
Safety is the same way. It’s messy, awkward, and smells bad when ignored. But when everyone grabs a mop and pitches in, you’d be amazed at the difference. Leadership needs to lead, sure, but frontline workers—you’re the ones in the trenches. If you’re not invested, the whole system goes to hell faster than a dollar-store parachute.
The Dark Psychology of “Why You Should Give a Sh*t”
Let’s get sinister for a second. You want to know why you should care about building a culture of safety? Fear. Not of broken bones or insurance claims—that’s amateur hour. I’m talking about the shame of screwing up. The absolute gut-punch of knowing that someone got hurt—or worse—because you were too busy scrolling Instagram to tighten that bolt. That’s the kind of regret that’ll keep you up at night.
And if you’re thinking, “It won’t happen to me,” let me tell you about every single person who thought the same thing... right before it did. Bet you didn’t wake up this morning hoping to star in a “What Not to Do” safety training video.
Safety isn’t sexy, but you know what else isn’t sexy? Missing fingers. Lost jobs. Lawsuits. Telling your boss you’re the reason OSHA is camped out in the parking lot. But here’s the good news: fixing this mess is simple. Not easy, but simple.
You start by owning your sh*t. See something unsafe? Say something. Do something. Don’t be the jackass who waits for the safety officer to swoop in like some hardhat-wearing Batman. Be the person who gives a damn, because when everybody gives a damn, accidents don’t stand a chance.
The Call to Action (AKA, Sign Up Already!)
Look, I know you’re busy. You’ve got emails to ignore, snacks to hoard, and Netflix shows to binge. But here’s the deal: if you want to stop being part of the problem and start being part of the solution, you need training. Real training. Not some half-assed YouTube tutorial that ends with, “I’m not responsible if this kills you.”
That’s where Express Train comes in. Our safety training courses aren’t just informative—they’re life-changing. And if you don’t think they’re for you, then congratulations! You’ve just proven why you need them more than anyone.
Click the link. Sign up. Learn how to not be the person everyone curses out after the accident. Or don’t—and let the shame of inaction haunt you. Your call.
So, there it is. “Not my job” is officially dead. Long live our job. Now go forth, take responsibility, and for God’s sake, watch where you’re walking.
Here’s the truth; we all love the idea of a safety officer. Why? Because it’s someone else’s job to care. You clock in, do your thing, and figure, “If something goes wrong, the safety nerd will handle it.” That’s the sweet, seductive lie. But lies have a nasty way of catching up with us.
You think it’s not your job until the forklift tips over or the grinder spits sparks into someone’s eye socket. Suddenly, you’re on the witness stand mumbling, “I thought someone else would deal with it.” Spoiler alert... you are someone else!!!
Why Safety is Like a Bathroom Stall
Stick with me here. Ever notice how public restrooms are a hot mess? That’s because everybody assumes the next person will clean up the pee puddle or replace the toilet paper roll. “Not my job,” we say, as we sidestep the carnage like it’s a crime scene. But when everyone thinks it’s not their job, you end up with chaos.
Why Safety is Like a Bathroom Stall
Stick with me here. Ever notice how public restrooms are a hot mess? That’s because everybody assumes the next person will clean up the pee puddle or replace the toilet paper roll. “Not my job,” we say, as we sidestep the carnage like it’s a crime scene. But when everyone thinks it’s not their job, you end up with chaos.
Safety is the same way. It’s messy, awkward, and smells bad when ignored. But when everyone grabs a mop and pitches in, you’d be amazed at the difference. Leadership needs to lead, sure, but frontline workers—you’re the ones in the trenches. If you’re not invested, the whole system goes to hell faster than a dollar-store parachute.
The Dark Psychology of “Why You Should Give a Sh*t”
Let’s get sinister for a second. You want to know why you should care about building a culture of safety? Fear. Not of broken bones or insurance claims—that’s amateur hour. I’m talking about the shame of screwing up. The absolute gut-punch of knowing that someone got hurt—or worse—because you were too busy scrolling Instagram to tighten that bolt. That’s the kind of regret that’ll keep you up at night.
And if you’re thinking, “It won’t happen to me,” let me tell you about every single person who thought the same thing... right before it did. Bet you didn’t wake up this morning hoping to star in a “What Not to Do” safety training video.
The Crude Truth
Safety isn’t sexy, but you know what else isn’t sexy? Missing fingers. Lost jobs. Lawsuits. Telling your boss you’re the reason OSHA is camped out in the parking lot. But here’s the good news: fixing this mess is simple. Not easy, but simple.
You start by owning your sh*t. See something unsafe? Say something. Do something. Don’t be the jackass who waits for the safety officer to swoop in like some hardhat-wearing Batman. Be the person who gives a damn, because when everybody gives a damn, accidents don’t stand a chance.
The Call to Action (AKA, Sign Up Already!)
Look, I know you’re busy. You’ve got emails to ignore, snacks to hoard, and Netflix shows to binge. But here’s the deal: if you want to stop being part of the problem and start being part of the solution, you need training. Real training. Not some half-assed YouTube tutorial that ends with, “I’m not responsible if this kills you.”
That’s where Express Train comes in. Our safety training courses aren’t just informative—they’re life-changing. And if you don’t think they’re for you, then congratulations! You’ve just proven why you need them more than anyone.
Click the link. Sign up. Learn how to not be the person everyone curses out after the accident. Or don’t—and let the shame of inaction haunt you. Your call.
So, there it is. “Not my job” is officially dead. Long live our job. Now go forth, take responsibility, and for God’s sake, watch where you’re walking.
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