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Preventing accidents is significantly more beneficial than dealing with their consequences. While it's impossible to prevent all accidents, fostering a safety-conscious culture can reduce both the frequency and severity of workplace accidents.
In daily life, we naturally engage in behaviours to prevent accidents, like looking before crossing the street. Similarly, at work, it's essential to stay alert and think proactively about safety.
Risk assessments play a pivotal role in identifying potential hazards and altering work processes to mitigate these risks. They are grounded in various laws, regulations, and guidance to help employers formulate best practices for accident prevention.
Effective training is crucial. Without proper training, employees might be unaware of potential risks associated with their actions.
While employers conduct risk assessments, it's equally important for employees to practice safe working habits and report potential hazards. This collaboration can unveil new risks and lead to the implementation of policies to mitigate them.
Some risks might be challenging to prevent or mitigate. However, by reporting these risks, they can be monitored and managed more effectively.
Regularly reviewing risk assessments and safety measures is vital as workplaces and staff change over time. This ensures ongoing safety for everyone.
This course will explore various aspects of health and safety. Stay tuned for more informative videos.
