1. Prepare for the meeting by reviewing the subject matter that is to be discussed in advance.

2. Gather your employees into a group so that you may be easily heard.

3. Start on time.

4. Give employees an opportunity to report safety concerns and give suggestions.

5. Report progress on correcting unsafe conditions previously reported.

6. Discuss all accidents and close calls experienced by the group. Determine how to prevent a recurrence.

7. Discuss the company's safety record - good or bad.

8. Plan the meeting to cover one pertinent topic.

9. Get the employees involved by asking questions. Use examples from your own experiences that relate to the subject matter.

10. The meeting should run about 10 minutes - more time if the subject warrants.