Importance of Health and Safety in the Workplace

Importance of Health and Safety in the Workplace

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What is the main reason for employers to ensure health and safety in the workplace?

To comply with the law and protect their staff

Who, besides staff, should health and safety regulations in the workplace protect?

Sub-contractors

What are some consequences that businesses might face if they don't adhere to health and safety laws?

Lower retention rates

Why is workplace health and safety considered a joint effort?

<p>Because both employees and employers share responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is human injury or loss not acceptable in any business?

<p>It affects business profitability</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does an employer's duty of care include?

<p>Health and wellbeing aspects including mental health</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have a good health and safety regime in a business?

<p>To keep workers healthy and safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can dealing with health and safety in a business feel like?

<p>A tedious task similar to form filling</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does effective management of health and safety impact a business?

<p>Saves money and keeps workers healthy and safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is stated as the bottom line regarding health and safety at work in the text?

<p>Effective management saves money, keeps workers healthy and safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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