Summary: BBS data consistency is critical because inconsistent observation forms, delayed access, and fragmented reporting make it difficult to trust trends or act on them quickly. Technology improves Behavior Based Safety by standardizing data capture, giving EHS managers real-time visibility, and reducing the manual gaps that weaken participation and analysis. The best BBS tools are […]
Where do BBS Programs Typically Fail?
Summary: BBS Programs Failures usually happen when leadership support is weak, observations are inconsistent, and workers do not trust how the program will be used. Behavior Based Safety (BBS) programs fail more often than they should. The underlying principles are not flawed. In fact, predictable, preventable organizational failures cause BBS Programs Failures. In this blog […]
Why Goodman Telecom Services Choose Certainty for Safety Inspections
Summary: Goodman Telecom Services (GTS) uses Certainty Software to manage telecom safety inspections across its workforce of over 400 field technicians. With more than 130,000 completed 5G/4G/3G projects, GTS relies on Certainty to conduct, report, and track safety inspections in real time. The platform's ease of use allows GTS to create templates, push them to […]
Cambridge Weight Plan Choose Certainty for Quality Control Inspections
Quality control inspections are critical in food and nutrition manufacturing, where teams need reliable processes, documented checks, and timely follow-up. Cambridge Weight Plan selected Certainty to help support production activities, maintenance tracking, and inspection workflows with a more consistent digital approach. Summary: Cambridge Weight Plan used Certainty to support production schedules, maintenance tracking, and inspection […]
Certainty Version 3.0 Set for Release January 2021!
Certainty Software Release 3.0: As the year comes to a close, we are putting the final touches on an exciting new release of the Certainty app, .mobi portal, and reporting & administration Management portal. This 3.0 release includes an upgrade to the user interface and functionality of the Certainty app and .mobi portal with improved […]
How to Avoid ‘Pencil Whipping’ with BBS Programs?
Summary: Pencil whipping undermines a Behavior Based Safety program because fabricated or rushed observations create false confidence and hide real workplace hazards. Spot checks on BBS observation cards help verify that observations are genuine, improve data integrity, and protect the program from becoming a quota exercise instead of a prevention tool. For EHS managers, controlling […]
Coming soon … New & Improved Certainty App!
New Certainty app for audits and inspections! Super excited! We’re working to make it perfect and Its almost ready! A new look and more features (as requested!): Action Management – in app action management!Reporting – in app & real time analytics!Dashboard – everything in one place! Check out this short (1.30 min) video overview! And […]
How to Avoid the BBS ‘Blame Game’
Summary: Behavior Based Safety Accountability works best when observations are used to improve systems, coaching, and learning instead of assigning blame to workers. To avoid the BBS “blame game,” organizations must build Behavior Based Safety Accountability into their programs through anonymity, root-cause analysis, and a non-disciplinary culture. In other words, they must transform observations into […]
3 Tips to Increase Buy-in and Effectiveness of a BBS program
Summary: BBS program buy-in improves when leadership visibly supports the effort, participation expectations are measurable, and positive safety behaviors are reinforced through timely feedback. Behavior Based Safety is most effective when workers see it as a practical way to prevent incidents rather than another reporting burden. For safety leaders, the objective is to make participation […]
How Has Technology Changed Construction Safety?
Summary: Find out how digital tools, smarter reporting, and real-time visibility continue to change construction safety on modern job sites. This article explores how contractors use safety technology to improve training, inspections, hazard response, and compliance while reducing risk in a high-hazard industry. How does technology change construction safety? By making inspections, hazard reporting, and […]
