Importance of employee well-being and
workplace safety
Any company's most valuable asset is its employees. As a
result, employee safety is critical to any business's success. Failure to
create a safe working environment will further harm the company's reputation by
ignoring occupational safety regulations. Workers also spend a significant
amount of their time at work. Employees spend an average of 8-10 hours per day
at work, therefore creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for them is
critical. (Parker, 2019).
Role of HR
To
develop and sustain safety policies, HR plays an important role. When it comes
to HR's role in employee well-being, it's important to remember that HR should
include both physical and emotional health. The following are the major obligations
that HR must fulfill to protect the safety and well-being of the employees.
Ø HR should educate and remind
both employee and employer that ensuring the safe working environment is a
responsibility of both parties.
Ø Frequent consultation from
outsource professionals is necessary to provide a safe working environment and
a healthy workforce. In such situations, HR should function as a coordinator or
rather a liaison between the employee and the consultancy to assure
technicalities of health and safety compliance.
Ø
HR should also serve as a liaison between the organization's authorities
and its employees, in addition to the functions. Because Human Resources oversees
ensuring that employee safety concerns are addressed and heard. (Johnson, 2014).
Ways to Create a
Safe Working Environment
Paying staff a remuneration does not necessarily guarantee the best results. In every manner possible, the company should take care of its employees. Employee happiness and loyalty will improve, and productivity will increase.
As a result, HR plays a critical role in creating safety practices as well as maintaining and improving workplace safety standards.
✔ Implementing Workplace Safety Programs
✔ Practicing Correct Posture
✔ Reporting Unsafe Working Conditions
✔ Promoting Regular Breaks
✔ Reducing Workplace Stress
✔ Providing Proper Safety Training to Employees
✔ Using Protective Safety Equipment
✔ Easy Access to Exits in Case of Emergencies
✔ Using Mechanical Aids
Conclusion
Good companies all over the world
have a safe work environment as a feature. Employees all want to know that they
are safe and secure.
Safety in the workplace is a
major concern. Employers should make certain that their workers work in a safe
atmosphere.
The responsibility for workplace
safety rests with management systems and business owners. Employers should
encourage staff to follow safe procedures and use protective gear. Safety
policies and activities should be encouraged.
References
HR Gazette, 2019. HR Gazette. [Online]
Available at: https://hr-gazette.com/the-role-of-hr-in-workplace-safety/
[Accessed 26 April 2022].
Johnson, C., 2014. BUSINESS
2 COMMUNITY. [Online]
Available at: https://www.business2community.com/human-resources/role-hr-maintain-safe-environment-workplace-0958858
[Accessed 26 April 2022].
Parker, S. J., 2019. HR
Technologist. [Online]
Available at: https://www.hrtechnologist.com/articles/workplace-wellness/the-role-of-hr-in-your-office-safety-and-wellbeing/
[Accessed 26 April 2022].
As discussed above, HR managers play an important role in ensuring well being and safety aspects of employees. When all safety measures are in place it will prevent employee dissatisfaction and work disputes. Satisfied workers will contribute their maximum and ensure high productivity. Good article. All the Best Anuradha!
ReplyDeleteThank you Dilini for your valuable feedback.
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DeleteYou have clearly explained in this blog, that a safe work environment is a feature of great firms all around the world. Everyone wants to feel safe and secure at work. therefore HR managers play a critical role in assuring employees' well-being and safety. All the best..
ReplyDeleteThank you for your feedback Nishantha
DeleteWorkplace health and safety is all about managing risks in a way that protects both your employees and your company. Your article nicely explains the importance of the same. Good Luck.
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DeleteIt is important to make sure the employees are well taken care. Providing the atmosphere with safety is key to satisfy and retain your talents. Good article Anuradha !
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DeleteAs discussed in this blog, Human resources play an important role in managing, communicating, and enforcing security policies. The human resources department needs to explain to both authorities and employees that a safe environment is the responsibility of employees as well as employees.
ReplyDeleteHuman resources play an important role in managing, communicating, and enforcing security policies. The human resources department needs to explain to both authorities and employees that a safe environment is the responsibility of employees as well as employees.
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DeleteThank you for your feedback Cahthura
DeleteEstablishing a culture of safety as part of the organization’s overarching goals can help reduce overhead and incidents, as well as streamline your operations. This blog clearly explains the importance of the same
ReplyDeleteSecure work place security in important task of HR tadeam in an organisation. Specially in heavy duty work places must need to ensure this by providing relevant equipments. Believe that w orkers insurance policy also can take as an element under this topic when it comes to heavy work employees. Also create of safe work place will.be an competitive advantage ofimprove employee satisfaction and minimise labor turnover.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your valuable feedback Manishan
DeleteThank you Manishan
DeleteIt's all about managing risks in the workplace in a way that protects both your people and your firm. Your writing effectively conveys the significance of this. Best wishes.
ReplyDeleteThank you Achala
DeleteAs you mentioned in this article the workers spend a significant portion of their day, at least eight to ten hours, at work. As a result, a safe and comfortable working environment is critical for them. It not only encourages the employee to be more dedicated to his work, but it also boosts the company's overall production. Nice piece of writing anuradha. Wish you all the best!
ReplyDeleteUnited States (US) enacted a law called OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) requirements to make sure that employees are safe. Management should understand that it is their responsibility to ensure that the workplace is free from hazards that may likely cause death or serious physical harm. Workers/employees can sue or ask for compensation as a result of the workplace well-being. Following is an example
ReplyDelete"A young lady who graduated with GPA of 4.0 from one of the ivy league Universities in US, pick up a supervisory role position in a multi-million construction company and having worked for 5 years in this position, she realized that her health has deteriorated. She visited the doctor and discovered she suffered from cardiovascular damage, gastrointestinal problems that has led as ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome, and decreased fertility. She requested for damage compensation from the company." (DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.92196)
Thank you Mafaz
DeleteHuman resources professionals play an important role in ensuring employee health and safety, as they know the workplace, the employees and their job demands. Ensure that employees fulfill their health and safety responsibilities as outlined in the organizational policies and programs.
ReplyDeleteNicely explained, good luck!
Thank you Suranga for your valuable feedback
DeleteWorkplace safety is a critical role for HR teams in organizations. This must be ensured, particularly in heavy-duty work environments, by providing appropriate safety equipment. When it comes to heavy-duty personnel, I believe that workers' insurance can also be considered. Creating a safe work environment will also be a competitive advantage in terms of improving employee satisfaction and lowering labor turnover.
ReplyDeleteThank you Suresh for your valuable feedback.
DeleteWorkplace safety refers to a company's working environment and includes all variables that affect the safety, health, and well-being of its personnel. Environmental dangers, dangerous working conditions or processes, drug and alcohol addiction, and workplace violence are all examples. This article discuss On importance of workplace safety.
ReplyDeleteThank you Asela
DeleteProviding employee welfare is an investment for the organization since the most important asset of the company is its human resource. Giving priority to well-being of the employees and work place safety will contributes for increasing productivity, decreasing employee turnover, and increasing employee engagement etc. You have clearly discussed the importance of employee welfare. Very Good article. All the best.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your comments. Thank you Amila
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