 | Healthy companies need healthy workers Preventing occupational injuries and diseases improves not only the performance of individual workers but also the competitiveness of a company. |
 | Better act than react The absence of a workplace incident does not mean that there is no risk or danger and it is far better to be preventive than reactive. |
 | Show active commitment as the owner/manager Visible commitment of the owner / manager is an essential condition for development of a health and safety culture within a company. |
 | Engage everyone Health and safety is everyone’s business.
Involving employees and decision makers provides the best chance for success. |
 | Good working conditions pay Decent hygiene and good working conditions are cost-effective investments. |
 | Inform all persons concerned Information and training on workplace hazards and risks is essential for creating a safe and healthy workplace. |
 | Communicate internally with each other Internal communication is part of effective prevention; to disseminate information well is essential for improving workplace health and safety. |
 | Learn from workplace incidents All incidents should be discussed, analyzed and reviewed in order to improve prevention practices in the workplace. |
 | Eliminate hazards/risks at the source Using comprehensive, integrated protection is always more effective than just the use of personal protective equipment. |
 | Keep abreast of the changes In the field of occupational health and safety the owner / manager must also keep abreast of the changes in legislation and in prevention practices. |
