Safety is an imperative concern, particularly when it comes to the workplace. If employees get sick or injured at the workplace then it can be challenging for both employees and employers to deal with. This can be devastating to the company’s reputation as well as with the reduced production and extra workloads for the other employees. That is why it is essential to promote safety within the workplace, to not only protect the well-being of the workers but for the success of the business as well.

Below we will discuss how both employees and employers can work together to promote workplace safety.

Firstly, employers need to make sure that they are complying with all workplace safety laws. Make an appointment with the occupational health expert to visit your workplace and ask for advice and recommendations. Become a member of health and safety committees. Next, host the events that parades and educate health and safety practices. Provide your employees with a medical screening at the workplace. Start a health and safety program with your health and safety employees and ensures that best practices are being followed in your organization. Lastly, distribute personal protective equipment and crucial health and safety information to your valuable workforces.

Employees need to step up as well. They need to make sure that they are mindful and updated with workplace health and safety policies. They should know their rights for workers compensation and the refusal of work (if unsafe). Use PPE all the time and try to minimize the risk in the working area. Educate yourself and teach your junior staff. Involve yourself in training activities, workshops and medical screenings when offered by your employee. Make a habit of bringing workplace hazards to the attention of employees and health and safety committees. Finally, connect with the health and safety group to discuss workplace and safety concerns.

A safe workplace is vital and both parties have to make sure that they know all safety procedures and policies for things such as working at heights, first aid CPR and confined space entry. Altogether, it can create a great work environment that is safe and productive.