A run-through on occupational health and safety management
Post date: Jul 21, 2021 8:17:15 PM
Safety and health programs maintain the objective to prevent workplace injuries, deaths, and illnesses. In addition, these programs aim to protect employees from the possible financial debacle they might face should they encounter accidents at work. On this blog, Captain Martin Sanders, Ph.D., shares how health and safety management can help prevent occupational health hazards.
Workplace accidents are not to be lightly dismissed. Loss of productivity, medical bills, and decreased company morale are among the many consequences of accidents at work. It is incredibly important for workplace leaders to incorporate safety and wellness programs for all employees, regardless of their level, to know how to report or act should they encounter dangerous behaviors and procedures. Educating employees on safety standards helps develop a culture of health and safety in the workplace environment. Consider providing them with body mechanics training to encourage better movement to avoid injuries, especially in workplaces where employees are tasked to lift and move heavy objects. Provide them with proper protective equipment such as hardhats, boots, gloves, goggles, and other essential gear to keep them safe from environmental hazards.
According to Captain Martin Sanders, Ph.D., employers and managers need to emphasize correct form or procedure to prevent shortcuts where accidents are likely to occur. Make instructions clear, concise, and organized to avoid having employees carry out tasks ineffectively and unsafely, putting themselves at risk of accidents. Make time to reinforce health and safety standards. Keep safety measures in the workplace aligned with industry standards. Captain Martin Sanders, Ph.D., served as the Director of Safety, Environmental Compliance and Emergency Management for Federal Occupational Health, Program Support Center, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration. He has over a decade of experience in the field of occupational safety and health. Click here for similar posts.
Disclaimer: This site was prepared by Martin Sanders in his personal capacity. The opinions expressed are the author's own and do not reflect the views of the USPHS, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Homeland Security, or the United States Government.