How would you respond to a coworker who is not following safety procedures?

• A. Address the issue calmly, remind them of policy, and report persistent noncompliance to a supervisor
• B. Yell at them in front of customers
• C. Ignore the behavior
• D. Change the policy yourself

Answer: (A)

When a coworker isn’t following safety procedures, the priority is to handle it in a safe, professional way. Start by addressing the issue calmly and privately, remind them of the relevant policy, and explain the potential risks of noncompliance. If the behavior continues, report it to a supervisor so the issue can be dealt with through proper channels. This approach protects people, maintains a respectful work environment, and ensures consistent enforcement of safety rules. Yelling at someone in front of customers breaks professional standards and can escalate tension. Ignoring the behavior leaves a safety gap, and changing the policy yourself bypasses official processes. So the best approach is to address calmly, remind of policy, and involve a supervisor if it persists.