The Unseen Pillar of Organisational Success: Why Safety Performance Matters

By Robert Keft, Managing Director

Qualifications – Master of Business Administration Degree (Southern Cross University), Grad Dip. Management (AGSM -UNSW), Dip. WHS (Churchill).

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I find it interesting that clients’ reasons for needing WHS (Work Health and Safety) Consultancy and Training Services vary greatly on a day-to-day basis, but here is my summary on why good safety performance is vital for any organisation:

Impact on Human Well-being

• Minimising Risks: Good safety performance directly impacts human well-being by minimising the risk of accidents, injuries, and fatalities, hence preserving both physical and mental health.
  

Boosting Productivity

• Focused Workforce: A safe workplace boosts productivity as employees can focus on their tasks without being overly concerned about hazards that have not been addressed.
  

Cost Reduction

• Averting Expenses: Prioritising safety leads to cost reduction by averting workplace incidents, medical expenses, legal fees, and workers’ compensation claims. This is a significant, often overlooked benefit.
  

Enhancing Reputation

• Building Trust: Maintaining a good safety record enhances a company’s reputation and builds trust with customers, employees, investors, and regulatory bodies alike.
  

Legal Compliance

• Business Continuity: Compliance with safety regulations is crucial for business continuity and avoiding penalties. Additionally, a positive safety culture fosters employee satisfaction and engagement, promoting trust within the organisation and reducing turnover rates.

Risk Management

• Mitigating Hazards: Safety performance is integral to risk management. Identifying and mitigating potential hazards decreases the chances of incidents and disruptions to business operations.

Overall, emphasising safety performance is vital for safeguarding human life both physically and psychologically, boosting productivity, cutting costs, complying with regulations, and upholding the reputation of organisations.

If you would like to find out more about managing physical and psychosocial hazards in your workplace, we offer training and consulting services to cover these important areas.

Get in touch today on 1300 585 128 or visit our Safety Training Australia and/or Safety Consultants Australia websites.