Safety at work is good for business

IT is important to know that poor workplace occupational safety and health (OSH) costs money. Studies carried out in Western countries and by the International Labour Organisation show that good OSH management is linked to improved profitability.

Occupational injuries, diseases and deaths result in high economic costs to employees, employers, governments and society. Effects may include costly early retirement, loss of skilled staff, absenteeism, and high medical costs and insurance premiums.