| (6) Six
Need-to-Know Tips for a Safe Workplace |
| 5.
Safety and health committees |
| Establish
a safety committee made up of employees and management to review
workplace injuries and make recommendations. Insurance carriers-
including some state insurance funds - are offering premium discounts
for employers with effective safety programs. Safety programs involve
training, safety equipment, and safety techniques. Some benefits
are: |
| - Fewer accidents,
less absenteeism, more productivity, better morale |
| - Lower insurance
premiums or cash out-of-hand, fewer OSHA violations |
|
