Why is it important for an organization to set health and safety targets?

It is important because,

• They indicate that there is management commitment to improve health and safety performance;
• They motivate the workforce with tangible goals resulting, perhaps, in individual or collective rewards;
• they offer evidence during the monitoring, review and audit phases of the management system.

Benefits of setting Health and Safety Targets:-

• reduced costs and reduced risks -
• employee absence and turnover rates are lower,
• accidents are fewer,
• the threat of legal action is lessened;
• improved standing among suppliers, partners and customers;
• a better reputation for corporate responsibility among investors, customers and communities;
• increased productivity -
• employees are healthier, happier and better motivated