Health,Safety,and
Well-being

Manitowoc

Global Safety Month

We typically see an increase in the number of incidents during the last quarter of each year. To address this concerning trend, Manitowoc has launched a new initiative – Safety Month. This event was inaugurated in October 2024 with full global coverage and active participation from every employee.

Throughout the month, our global teams have engaged in various activities aimed at raising awareness about the four most critical safety practices:

Lifting and suspended loads

Preventing dropped objects from heights

Working at height

Safety around moving vehicles

The level of participation from our teams worldwide was exceptional. Over the course of the month, our employees recorded more than 5,000 SLAMs (Stop, Look, Assess, Manage – a tool for hazard management) and over 1,600 Safety Interactive Observations. We delivered and participated in numerous toolbox talks and meetings where safety was at the forefront of each.

A series of thought-provoking videos developed by our teams, addressing potential incidents in the four identified categories, has been an integral part of this project.

The results of the efforts put forth by our teams was phenomenal. We observed over 40% drop YOY in the number of incidents in the last quarter of the year, marking the best safety result for this period at Manitowoc in recent years.

We are committed to continuing our efforts to ensure a safe working environment for all our employees and look forward to building on the success of this initiative in the coming years.

Safety Workshops for
Field Service Teams

In September, our French Tower Service teams organized a comprehensive full-day workshop across four different branch locations. The event was rich in valuable content, primarily focusing on discussing a wide range of safety measures, collaboratively identifying ways to improve operations, and enhancing overall safety policies and processes to manage hazards.

The sessions included interactive workshops, expert-led discussions, and hands-on activities that engaged all participants. This collaborative approach allowed our field service technicians to share their experiences, challenges, and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement where safety is at the top of priorities.

The ultimate success of the workshop was largely attributed to the discussions and knowledge-sharing among individuals actively involved in day-to-day operations. Due to extremely positive reception and great feedback, we plan to roll out similar workshops across all our service centers in 2025 at the request of other branch managers.

Moving forward, we also plan to incorporate additional topics and advanced training modules to further enhance the effectiveness of these sessions. By expanding the scope and reach of our safety training programs, we aim to ensure that all employees are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a safe workplace at all times.

Safety Leadership Trainings

In 2024, we successfully launched and delivered a specialized Safety Leadership Culture Training program to over 600 team leaders, supervisors, and managers across the organization. This comprehensive training program was meticulously designed to encompass all aspects related to safety culture, with the primary objective of enhancing our personnel's skills in leading and managing safety in day-to-day operations within their teams.

By focusing on the critical elements of safety leadership, we reinforced our commitment to the culture of safety excellence within our organization. The training sessions provided were interactive and engaging, participants with practical tools and strategies to effectively manage and promote safety in their respective teams. As a result, we have seen a significant improvement in our overall safety performance and a stronger commitment to safety from our leadership team.

Focus on Lifting

At Manitowoc, we are committed to providing our customers with state-of-the-art lifting tools. Our approach to safe lifting operations is essential, and we hold every Manitowoc employee to the highest standards of safety and performance.

Throughout 2024, we maintained a strong focus on lifting operations. With a continuous improvement mindset, our global teams have identified numerous actions to further enhance the safety of various lifting operations our personnel engage in worldwide.

We believe that by continually striving for a no injury environment, we can ensure the safety and efficiency of our lifting operations, ultimately benefiting our customers and employees alike.

¹ Source: U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics
Incidence rates of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses by industry and case types, 2022

*Based on 200,000 exposure hours