Motivation: The Role of HRM in Workplace Healthy and Safety.

Suneth Sigera

4/16/2024

The Role of HRM in Workplace Healthy and Safety.

What is the Safety at Work place?

The process of Protecting Employers from work related illness and Injury. It start by developing a company Environmental, Safety and Health Policy statement and implementation of a work place safety plan and program. (Online)\

Figures 1 - What is the Safety

Below are some of the Occupational Health and Safety roles that the HR department should play at their workplaces

If it is perceived that the HR cannot handle OH&S roles, then a specialist in this area should be recruited; but this should not cushion the HR department from being responsible for employee health and safety.

Developing an OH&S policy and providing training on the same

Establishing an OH&S Statutory Compliance register to help monitor and evaluate the compliance of the organization to Occupational Health and Safety Statutory/Regulatory requirements. e.g OSHA, WIBA, etc

Constituting an Occupational Health and Safety Committee, including fire marshals and first aides as per the Statutory/Regulatory requirements.

Identifying OH&S hazards and conducting a risk assessment as well as developing an OH&S action plan.

Developing an OH&S training program including fire drills, refresher courses etcProviding the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) to employees. (A PPE assessment would really help you to know what PPE to use where)

Providing adequate safety signs such fire exit, fire point, safety notices on use of PPEs and providing and servicing of adequate firefighting equipment.

Employee Medical Examination
Integrating OH&S in the visitor/contractor/employee induction process
Ensuring the maintenance team understand the value of lockout/tag out system and many more. https://ke.linkedin.com/in/martin-rodgers-anangwe?trk=article-ssr-frontend-pulse_publisher-author-card

Figures 2 - Health and Safety areas

Conclusion

Human Resources departments are instrumental in creating a safe and healthy work environment that prioritizes employee well-being. By developing comprehensive safety policies, ensuring legal compliance, implementing training programs, fostering a culture of safety, and providing support for overall well-being, HR professionals contribute significantly to workplace safety initiatives. Organizations that prioritize employee safety and well-being through effective HR practices not only protect their employees but also enhance productivity, engagement, and overall business success.

Remember, workplace safety and well-being are ongoing efforts that require continuous evaluation, improvement, and adaptation to changing circumstances. HR professionals play a critical role in leading these efforts and creating a work environment where employees thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Figures 3 - Conclusion

Work Cited. https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-thaddeus-foundation?trk=article-ssr-frontend-pulse_publisher-author-card

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