Lab Safety / Culture of Safety

Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Instructor: Jonathan Klane


Welcome to Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): where what you measure truly matters. In a world inundated with data, knowing which metrics to focus on can be the difference between success and stagnation. Are you ready to harness the power of strategic measurement to drive your organization's safety and risk management efforts? Guided by industry expert, Jonathan Klane, you'll embark on a journey that transforms your understanding of metrics from mundane data points to strategic drivers of success. Through engaging lectures, practical exercises, and insightful discussions, you'll gain the knowledge and skills to navigate the maze of safety and risk metrics with confidence.


What is this course about?

In the dynamic landscape of safety and risk management, what we choose to measure holds immense significance. From lagging indicators like injuries to leading indicators such as risk assessments, navigating through the plethora of metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) can be challenging. This course serves as your compass in this intricate terrain, guiding you to make informed decisions about which objectives, key results, and KPIs to collect, measure, track, and manage towards.


What are the benefits of this course?

  • Discover Diverse Safety and Risk Metrics: Learn to identify and articulate at least 10 essential safety or risk metrics, enabling you to paint a comprehensive picture of organizational performance.
  • Master the Art of Objective Setting: Understand how objectives and key results (OKRs) intertwine with safety KPIs, empowering you to set clear, actionable goals aligned with your organizational mission.
  • Unearth Vital Safety KPIs: Explore a repertoire of at least four key performance indicators tailored specifically for safety or risk management, ensuring you have the right metrics at your fingertips to steer your organization toward success.
  • Navigate the Landscape of Indicators: Gain proficiency in distinguishing between lagging and leading indicators, and discover their respective roles in shaping organizational strategy and decision-making.
  • Champion the Power of Leading Indicators: Defend the superiority of leading indicators and grasp their transformative potential in proactively mitigating risks and fostering a culture of safety and excellence.


What are the learning outcomes of this course?

  • List at least 10 safety or risk metrics
  • Describe how objectives and key results relate to safety KPIs
  • List at least four KPIs for safety or risk
  • List at least five examples of both lagging and leading indicators
  • Compare and contrast lagging vs. leading indicators
  • Defend the greater benefits of leading indicators


In a world where safety and risk management are paramount, possessing the expertise to navigate through the maze of metrics and KPIs is invaluable. Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking to enhance your skill set or an aspiring safety enthusiast looking to make a mark in the field, this course provides the knowledge and tools necessary to excel. Join us on this transformative journey and empower yourself to make data-driven decisions that prioritize safety and mitigate risks effectively.


Enroll today and embark on a journey towards becoming a proficient safety and risk management strategist!

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Course content

    • Introduction
    • Goals, Metrics, and Indicators
    • OKRs, KPIs, and SMART Process
    • Quiz