Get Updated on the Law
Review of the year 2018 has shown that the politics and drama surrounding Brexit is far from over and we can expect more of the same in the New Year. Most of the binding regulations that have to do with health and safety are from the EU. However, should the Brexit article 50 be triggered, this would likely result in some changes in the health and safety laws.
While the health and safety at work act were developed in the UK, it could affect the Brussel equivalent should the government begin to adjust the laws. There is an EU backed law that required that employees should be responsible for eye tests needed by an employee that use display screen tools. The Health and Safety Regulation of 1992 is rumoured to be abolished in the coming year. Therefore, it is necessary that health care professional be on the lookout for any changes in the law that might affect them.
Practice the Teaching on Health and Safety
To avoid accidents in the workplace, it is essential that health and safety be incorporated into the company’s culture. By ensuring that every employee is imbibed health and safety into their daily routine, the company can be sure of having a safe workplace. One of the ways to create this kind of culture is to encourage employees to review and develop solutions to safety concerns in the workplace. That way they are more aware of the health and safety codes of the workplace.
Additionally, employing the help of health practitioners to train, educate and certify employees on various safety practices is a good call. Encouraging employees to take on responsibilities as the first aider will make them more accountable and confident with health and safety issues. Such actions are sure to make employees see health and safety as practical actions rather than ideas.
Emphasise the importance of Health
Over the years, a lot of emphases has been given to safety compared to the health part of the health and safety part of the conversion. Well, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) decided to create the Helping Great Britain Work Well initiative as a means to address bad health in the workplace. Research conducted by Business In Community reveals that an active and healthy workforce is 80 per cent more productive. Therefore, the importance of health in professionals cannot be ignored.
There are several ways to encourage healthy living among workers, and they include: using high-quality ergonomic chairs, booster cushions, breakout areas and encourage regular short breaks. Taking such steps is sure to energise and keep the employees healthy.
In conclusion, taking the step to make these small changes or resolution for the coming year is definitely the right step in the right direction. The best way to ensure a productive year is to care about the welfare of the workers as their health and laws regarding their health will influence how productive the business will be in the next 12 months.