uries results in between $3 and $5 of indirect costs. According to Destinvil, many companies have decided to take a proactive approach to preventing workplace injuries. He suggests that workplace safety must involve a comprehensive program including policies and procedures, training and education, as well as validation and monitoring.
According to Destinvil, injury and illness prevention must become part of an organization's overall health care strategies to be effective. Forward-thinking companies that want to maximize their efficiency and productivity already appreciate the importance of injury and illness prevention programs as a way to lower costs and improve the quality of life for employees. Recognizing the importance of employee participation in creating a safe work environment, some companies are implementing a behavior based approach to employee health and safety in which employees are actively encouraged to take ownership of workplace safety practices as well as healthy living programs.
Destinvil adds that the benefits of an active and effective workplace safety
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