6.8.3 Impact of health and safety on business performance

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    • Health and safety in the workplace includes ensuring workers are free from physical hazards and risks, which is referred to as physical well-being
    • Promoting mental well-being in the workplace reduces stress and burnout.
    • Implementing and maintaining safety protocols is part of ensuring safety
    • Match the health and safety regulation with its focus:
      Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 ↔️ Ensuring a safe working environment
      Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 ↔️ Conducting risk assessments
    • Steps in an employer's responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974:
      1️⃣ Ensure a safe working environment
      2️⃣ Provide safe equipment
    • Employees are required to report hazards under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
    • A workplace that prioritizes health and safety fosters a positive atmosphere, leading to improved employee morale
    • Reduced lost workdays due to injuries increase overall productivity.
    • What are the three key components of health and safety in the workplace?
      Physical, mental well-being, safety
    • Key health and safety regulations in the UK include the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
    • Employees must take reasonable care for their own and others' safety under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
    • What shared responsibility do employers and employees have under health and safety regulations?
      Maintaining a safe workplace
    • What are the key responsibilities outlined in the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?
      Risk assessments and cooperation
    • A workplace that prioritizes health and safety improves employee morale and productivity.
    • Effective health and safety practices enhance employee morale
    • Why do effective health and safety practices reduce lost workdays?
      Fewer injuries or illnesses
    • Poor health and safety practices can result in both direct and indirect financial costs for a business.
    • Match the type of cost with its description and example:
      Direct Costs ↔️ Immediate expenses due to accidents or violations ||| Fines for safety breaches
      Indirect Costs ↔️ Costs arising from accidents but not immediately quantifiable ||| Lost productivity from factory shutdowns
    • Regular risk assessments are a key factor in reducing employee absences
    • What does a positive safety culture contribute to in the workplace?
      Improved employee morale
    • Health and safety in the workplace includes ensuring workers are free from physical hazards and risks.
    • The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 requires employers to ensure a safe working environment
    • What is the employee's responsibility under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?
      Report hazards and cooperate
    • Lost productivity from downtime is an example of an indirect cost of poor health and safety practices.
    • Order the key factors of effective health and safety management based on their impact on business outcomes:
      1️⃣ Reduced Employee Absences
      2️⃣ Enhanced Productivity
      3️⃣ Improved Morale
      4️⃣ Cost Savings
      5️⃣ Legal Compliance
    • What was the impact of the Deepwater Horizon incident in 2010?
      Operational shutdown and fines
    • The Bhopal Gas Tragedy resulted in over 3,700 immediate deaths and long-term health issues for thousands more.
    • Match the health and safety incident with its key impact:
      Deepwater Horizon ↔️ Oil spill and environmental damage
      Bhopal Gas Tragedy ↔️ Mass deaths and health issues
      Volkswagen Emissions Scandal ↔️ Substantial fines and loss of trust
    • Health and safety failures can result in financial, legal, and reputational repercussions
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