Work-related injuries can include physical injuries, psychological disorders or diseases. The process commences from the time of injury & facilitates efficient recovery from injury or return to suitable employment.
Employees should always:
- Work safely and follow instructions
- Get proper training and understand the company’s health and safety policies
- Workers have a duty to take care of their own health and safety
- Be aware of the other people working around them
- Keep workstations free of hazards and follow all reasonable directions from your supervisor
- It is imperative to report any hazards, illnesses, or injuries
What are Employers responsibilities?
Employers main responsibility in the workplace is to make sure they provide a safe environment and anyone working or visiting this workplace is not exposed to hazards or harmed by the work.
Employers are required to:
- Take all reasonable precautions to protect the health and safety of workers
- Provide hazard information, proper safety equipment, training, and competent supervision
- Develop and implement a health and safety program and policy
- Keep up to date with any changes or improvements available
- Stay in touch with your workers
- Support injury management & return to work process for injured workers
An effective injury management process is important for businesses or all sizes across industries.
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