Chrysler 2012 Annual Report Download - page 99

98
The actions taken by Fiat Group over the years have resulted in a significant improvement in all accident indicators. For 2012, the
Frequency Rate was down 21.4% over the prior year (with 0.22 accidents per 100,000 hours worked) and the Severity Rate was down
12.5% (with 0.07 days of absence due to accidents per 1,000 hours worked).
Effective safety management is also implemented through World Class Manufacturing tools and methodologies, active involvement of
employees, development of specific know-how and appropriate investment, which in 2012 totaled €168 million worldwide.
Investment in health and safety during 2012 delivered further improvements in results and a progressive reduction in the level of risk
attributed to Group plants in Italy by INAIL (the national accident and disability agency). This has resulted in a reduction in insurance
premiums payable to INAIL. The total saving was more than €17.5 million in 2011 and approximately €16 million in 2012. Continued
commitment in this area has also led to the expansion of a culture of safety throughout the organization. This has shaped the attitudes
and awareness of employees who play a vital role in health and safety, not only for themselves but also for those working with and
around them (e.g. co-workers, suppliers, consultants, etc.).
In addition to activities dedicated to safety in the workplace, significant emphasis is also given to initiatives to promote the physical
and psychological health and well-being of employees. For example, investments and initiatives for the prevention of ergonomic
injury are focused not only on how processes are organized, but also work station design, choice of machinery and instrumentation,
and definition of production methods that are adaptable to workers of various ages, genders and physical characteristics.
Sustainability Report on
Operations