How do health and safety incidents affect your business? If a worker is injured or becomes ill, what kind of disruption does it cause? Is your productivity affected? What’s the effect on other workers in terms of workload or psychological health and well-being?

People are the foundation of every business. So, managing occupational health and safety (OHS) effectively is critical for success. Unmanaged risks to worker health, safety, and well-being directly undermine your organization’s mission, potential for growth, and long-term resilience. That’s why it’s essential to be fully aware of hazards, develop strategies to reduce risks, and promote a culture that keeps your workers protected.

Whatever sector you operate in, or the nature of your activities, protecting the people who work for you from OHS risks requires good planning and continuous oversight. Implementing a robust OHS management system is a proven way to prevent accidents and ill health, and to protect your organization’s long-term viability through its most valuable asset—its people.

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