Asked by Meranda Gaston on Sep 23, 2024
As Sam was driving past a construction site, he noticed the following sign: "Congratulations to all Miller Construction employees. We have gone 458 days without an accident." Why would the construction company be so proud of this fact?
A) Fewer accidents mean more productivity owing to fewer lost workdays.
B) A reduction in the number of accidents means a reduction in medical and insurance costs.
C) A reduction in the number of accidents leads to lower workers' compensation rates and direct payments because of fewer claims being filed.
D) Fewer accidents have resulted in increased efficiency and quality from a more committed workforce.
E) The decreased accidents would have resulted in all of the above conditions.
Productivity
The efficiency at which individuals, companies, or economies produce goods or services, often measured as output per unit of input.
Workers' Compensation Rates
The cost charged to employers for workers' compensation insurance, varying based on job risk levels and company safety records.
Medical and Insurance Costs
Expenses related to health care services, procedures, and health insurance premiums, which are a significant concern for individuals, families, and employers.
- Acknowledge the critical value and positive outcomes of promoting safety, health, and well-being within work environments.
- Pinpoint major determinants impacting workplace accidents and the overall culture of safety.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the critical value and positive outcomes of promoting safety, health, and well-being within work environments.
- Pinpoint major determinants impacting workplace accidents and the overall culture of safety.