Ways in which businesses could protect the environment and promote human health in the workplace
- Laws and regulations should be adhered to so that profits are not generated at the expense of the environment.
- Pollution and other environmental issues should always be considered in all business activities, e.g. safe disposal of waste/dumping of toxic waste, etc.
- Become involved in environmental awareness programmes.
- The environment can be protected by altering production techniques in favour of cleaner and greener technologies.
- Water for human consumption should be tested before it is used.
- Promote nature conservation by looking after natural resources.
- Minimise pollution, by re-using, reducing and recycling.
- Reduce consumption of goods/services which are environmentally unfriendly.
- Register/Engage with recognised institutions/bodies that promote green peace.
- Physical working conditions should always be worker friendly, safe and promote occupational health.
- Physical working conditions, e.g. adequate lighting/ventilation should be available and functional.
- Machines must be serviced/maintained regularly.
- Educate people about hygiene issues.
- Encourage employees to do regular health checks.
- NOTE:(The focus should on how the business should do it)
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