WHY HEALTH & SAFETY SHOULD BE A PRIORITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS
In addition to the obvious impact on the injured worker, a poor health and safety record has consequences on several other levels: productivity, statutory regulations and reputational damage to the company. So, how can accidents and ill health have a negative impact on the company's productivity and financial performance?
· Absence of the injured worker
· Interruptions in production process
· Re-organisation and/or renewal of work
· Replacement of damaged material/equipment
· Loss of orders/clients
· Administrative effort around accident case analysis
· Recruitment and additional pay for temporary staff
· Increased insurance premiums
At the same time, there are a variety of non-tangible consequences of poor health &safety that affect Injured workers, work colleagues and ultimately the company overall:
· For the victim: personal impact of the injury
· For the colleagues: distress, job dissatisfaction and worry, especially in case of frequent health and safety issues
· For the company: reputation and working climate hampered