Every organisation should recognise that the health and safety of its employees is a priority and that if accidents or incidents do occur, they should be reported. Incidents should be investigated to ensure that the possibility of recurrence or further risk is minimised.
They should also understand the importance of incident reporting and investigation and should develop hazard inspection, hazard reporting and maintenance programs to minimise the workplace accidents or dangerous occurrences.
The organisation should develop policies and procedures handling emergency incidents and injuries to ensure that all employees (including volunteers), understand the processes to be taken in the event of a dangerous occurrence or accident.
These policies should be applicable to all employees, volunteers, contractors and visitors visiting the premises of the organisation