6 myths about complacency that supervisors still believe
Complacency is rarely laziness. These six myths help supervisors see how routine work, pressure, and weak controls make exposure feel normal.
Workplace safety, safety culture, leadership and risk management, from an international perspective.
Por Andreza Araujo Global Safety Culture Specialist
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Complacency is rarely laziness. These six myths help supervisors see how routine work, pressure, and weak controls make exposure feel normal.
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