Last year, according to the Bureau for Labor Statistics, workplace-related injuries were reduced, reports HR.BLR.com.
However, that doesn't mean employers should take any fewer precautions when it comes to the health and safety of their employees.
OSHA says that implementing these six tips will make this year the safest yet for your company:
1. Be attentive to housekeeping to avoid slips, trips, falls and fires.
2. Encourage employees to report hazards promptly without fear of discrimination.
3. Get your workers involved in safety by including them in decision-making, helping them become safety leaders and trainers, and encouraging their ideas for improvement.
4. Make sure company leaders are in the know about safety. Inform them of all incidents and successes. Encourage them to regularly talk safety with other executives, owners and stakeholders.
5. Explore opportunities to take your process to the next level. Examples are OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs and Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program.
6. Get creative in your search for resources. If a local college or university offers a risk management program, ask about getting an intern. Encourage the establishment of a safety and health committee within your local Chamber of Commerce or other business group.
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