Overview:
This project was a learning experience focused on analyzing real-world data and developing essential skills to enhance workplace safety. Through an in-depth review of OSHA logs spanning seven years, students investigated work-related injuries at SERVPRO, with a particular emphasis on new hires and machinery misuse. Participants honed their data analysis abilities, calculated percent changes in injuries, and assessed the financial impact on the company. Equipped with improved communication, teamwork, and organization skills, students crafted insightful presentations proposing safety solutions for SERVPRO. Collaborating with the company and presenting their findings to its leadership team, students made meaningful contributions to fostering a safer work environment.
Partners:
Driving Question:
Are work related injuries on the rise at SERVPRO?
Process:
In the project, milestones included SERVPRO representatives visiting the school to present the safety problem, forming teams to focus on specific years of OSHA log data, and analyzing the logs to identify injury trends. Students then visited SERVPRO to interview workers, conducted research for safety solutions, and created presentations based on their data. They presented their findings to the class, collaborated on a comprehensive presentation, and delivered it to SERVPRO representatives for feedback. The project culminated in a Final Showcase where students presented to SERVPRO owners, demonstrating their commitment to workplace safety and offering potential solutions.
Milestones:
- Entry Event: SERVPRO representatives visited the school to present the safety problem to the students.
- Milestone 2: Teams were formed, each focusing on a specific year of data from OSHA logs.
- Milestone 3: Students analyzed the OSHA logs to identify injury trends and patterns.
- Milestone 4: Students visited SERVPRO to interview workers, observe safety gear usage, and understand their work environment.
- Milestone 5: Students conducted research to explore innovative safety solutions.
- Milestone 6: Each team created presentations based on their specific year’s data.
- Milestone 7: Students presented their findings to the class, fostering collaborative learning.
- Milestone 8: Team leads collaborated to create a comprehensive presentation encompassing all data.
- Milestone 9: Each class delivered their presentation to SERVPRO representatives, gaining valuable feedback.
- Milestone 10: Students refined and polished their presentations to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Milestone 11: The Final Showcase featured student presentations delivered to SERVPRO owners, showcasing their dedication to workplace safety and potential solutions.
Problem/Challenge:
The challenge lay in analyzing the data from OSHA logs to identify trends and reasons behind work-related injuries. Students had to develop innovative solutions to minimize safety issues and enhance workplace safety at SERVPRO. The project fostered a deeper understanding of safety protocols, data analysis, and communication skills to address these challenges effectively.
Skill Development & Content Standards:
Students developed critical skills in data analysis, research, and presentation throughout this project. They practiced effective communication during daily meetings and worked collaboratively as a team to organize tasks efficiently. The project aligned with math content standards related to data analysis and statistics, all while empowering students with practical knowledge and application in a real-world setting.
Final Product:
The final product consisted of individual team presentations, highlighting their analysis of OSHA logs, identified safety concerns, and proposed solutions. The presentations were assessed based on data accuracy, innovative solutions, communication skills, and the ability to engage with SERVPRO representatives.