Safety & Health

Attaining a sustainable,
zero-harm culture is our goal

The steel industry has long been one of the most hazardous in manufacturing, which is why U. S. Steel coined the mantra “Safety First” around 1908. At U. S. Steel, we have a longstanding commitment to the health and safety of every person who works in our facilities. Our goal is to maintain a sustainable, zero-harm culture that’s supported by leadership and owned by an engaged and highly skilled workforce. We empower our employees with the capabilities and resources needed to assess, reduce, and eliminate workplace risks and hazards.

Safety is our most important priority. Our leaders ensure that safety processes are integrated into our day-to-day operations and consistently emphasize the importance of working safely. We partner with the United Steelworkers on safety practices and programs and our managers lead by example on a daily basis. As part of our commitment, we train employees in hazard identification and the use of control measures to reduce risk.

Our objective is to attain a sustainable zero-harm culture supported by leadership and owned by an engaged and highly skilled workforce, empowered with the capabilities and resources needed to assess, reduce, and eliminate workplace risks and hazards. To support these objectives, we have developed an enhanced Safety Management System, initiated new safety communication methods, and enhanced contractor safety processes.

360° SAFETY APPROACH

Our 360° Safety approach focuses on physical and psychological safety in our facilities to help us take a more holistic approach to safety. We are working to improve psychological safety by taking a “See Something – Say Something – Do Something” approach.