Total Safety Management (TSM) Implementation in an Electronic Components Manufacturing Industry

Abstract

The paper brings a whole new spectrum of light on Total safety Management philosophy and the evolution of TSM concept from a systems perspective in an electronic components manufacturing industry. The traditional method of safety management employed in the industry was not productive in the context of organizational performance. In order to boost up the organizational performance, the establishment of TSM culture is viewed and focused. The functional content of the TSM model with its theoretical framework were discussed. The basic elemental features of TSM are highlighted. The components of TSM and the implementation steps are practically carried out, executed and fulfilled in the industry. Since the probability of occurrence of a fatal accidents are relatively less in this type of industries, TSM leadership communication and TSM training itself can influence the system to ensure the safety standards and keep down the incident rates thereby achieving the required safety performance. Finally, an impact study and evolution of TSM in the industry are discussed and recommendations/suggestions were given to the management safety professionals. The accident numbers are declining under the action of TSM in the industry.