Business Quote by Crawford Greenwalt
““My company has had a safety program for 150 years. The program was instituted as a result of a French law requiring an explosives manufacturer to live on the premises with his family.””
About This Quote
Source Company history statement, unknown source
A safety program began after a French law forced an explosives maker to live with his family on site, highlighting how regulation can drive long‑term safety culture.
In simple terms: Legal requirements can embed safety into company DNA.
Leverage regulations to improve safety.
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When to use this quote
- risk management meetings
- policy development
- employee training
- audit processes
- historical case study
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can companies exceed legal safety standards?
- What incentives encourage proactive safety?
Regulations may lag behind emerging hazards.