The lead article in the October 2016 issue of Perspectives discusses the new SAFER Matrix and the many changes planned for 2017. As you will recall from earlier articles on the SAFER Matrix each finding will be color-coded one of 4 colors by order of significance and scope. The lowest level findings will be bright yellow, or lemon colored. The somewhat moderate level findings will be a pale yellow/orange sort of like French’s mustard. The next highest ranking is a darker golden/orange color, somewhat like Guldens spicy mustard. Lastly there is a red color for the highest significance and most widespread scope. (Dare we say the color of ketchup?) The way in which these different levels will be handled during the ESC is different also, with the 2 highest levels requiring:
Leadership involvement
Preventative analysis