Meaning of Environment, Health, Security and Safety
- Environmental, safety and health (ESH) is defined as the science of the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of hazards arising in or from the workplace that could impair the health and well-being of workers, taking into account the possible impact on the surrounding communities and the general environment.
- EHS aims to prevent and reduce accidents, emergencies, and health issues at work, along with any environmental damage that could result from work practices.
Health vs Safety
- Occupational safety addresses potential safety hazards that can cause injury, whereas occupational health addresses potential health concerns. Occupational safety pertains more to the physical well-being of employees, while occupational health covers the employees’ overall well-being.
- Occupational health programs seek to improve an employee’s health and well-being.
- There are various objectives for Health and Safety in the warehouse including to:
- Identify warehouse hazards
- Prevent back injuries
- Work safely with material-handling equipment
- Protect against accidents on the loading dock
- Stack materials safely
- Prevent slips, trips, and falls.