Common Sense and Worker Safety

Have you ever heard "If people would just use common sense, accidents wouldn't happen" or “safety is just common sense”? Common sense is not a safety program, it is not a hazard control, and it is not a substitute for effective safety management. Equating worker safety with common sense oversimplifies a complex issue of addressing the real causes of workplace injuries and illnesses.

One of the biggest problems with the phrase "common sense" is…

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OSHA Safe & Sound Week

A strong safety culture doesn't happen by chance - it's built one decision at a time, at every level of an organization. From leadership setting expectations to workers speaking up about hazards, every action helps create safer workplaces. That's what Safe & Sound Week is all about. Held each August, the nationwide event recognizes the successes of workplace safety and health programs. These programs serve as blueprints for building a foundation for creating safer workplaces and protecting America's workers from job-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Mark your calendar for this year's event, which will take place August 10-16, 2026, and check out OSHA’s event archive for information on previous years' engagement. (OSHA QuickTakes 07/09/2026)

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