Employee Health and Safety in Sri Lanka Port Authority

Health and safety training at the workplace is a fundamental aspect of organizational success. A healthy and safe working environment promotes staff morale, increases efficiency and productivity, mitigates staff turnover, and prevents the cost implications of workplace injuries and illnesses. A health and safety policy sets out how health and safety is managed within an organization and demonstrates a commitment to the health and safety of staff and others. All employers have a duty of care to protect their employees and others from harm arising from work activities. Abiding by safety regulations and training employees on how to protect their health is necessary in all workplaces as it prevents injuries and accidents that have serious implications. Moreover, employers are liable for injuries caused in their organizations if training on health and safety is not conducted. In this case study can learn about how the Sri Lanka Port Authority uses employee health and safety procedu...

  Workplace safety issues can be present in any field but are particularly prevalent in industries such as transportation, manufacturing, and construction.  However, the work doesn’t have to be physical to present a risk. Offices, schools, and retail outlets all have their own set of hazards. What’s essential is promoting workplace safety programs and safety awareness and following through. The safety and well-being of your employees are important enough reasons to establish a safety program in the workplace, but there are other business benefits to starting a safety program and sticking to it. Sri Lanka Port Authority must move to new ideas and new suggestions for improving employee health and safety. Below are mention some suggestions for improving employee health and safety in Sri Lanka Port Authority, 1. Use New Technology, In Sri Lanka Port Authority, They use the NAVIS system function main operational things. They also use a Terminal management system to operate the func...

  In any workplace, ensuring the well-being of employees is paramount. Occupational Health and Safety stands as a cornerstone for maintaining a healthy work environment. It encompasses practices, policies, and procedures aimed at safeguarding employees’ physical and mental well-being while they fulfill their job responsibilities.  Most people don´t think of their workplace as an unsafe environment. Yet, millions of workers die every year from occupational accidents and work-related diseases. Millions also suffer non-fatal occupational accidents. The majority of these accidents are caused by poor safety conditions. Addressing these challenges requires identifying the risks, implementing appropriate safety measures, and fostering a culture that prioritizes the well-being of its workforce. The ultimate goal is to ensure that employees can perform their tasks in an environment that minimizes the potential for accidents, injuries, or long-term health issues. These are some of ...

Sri Lanka Port Authority, there are a range of advantages associated with integrating an occupational health and safety program. Health and safety in port industries are important considerations to ensure the well-being of workers. The port environment can be unhealthy and dangerous, therefore it is crucial to have rules and standards in place for occupational safety. In SLPA they can manage the employee's health and safety properly. Therefore the Sri Lanka Port Authority explored the primary benefits of occupational health and safety outlined below,   1. Increased Productivity, If any organization has implemented safety measures, the organization can ensure that their employees are protected from harm and dangerous situations. it means the organization can increase their productivity. When employees feel the workplace is safe, they always try to complete their tasks immediately. Sri Lanka Port Authority also uses this same scenario to increase their productivity. The below re...

Port environments can be loud and busy places. Workers and all other persons engaged in, or in the vicinity of port operations need to be aware of health and safety risks present while carrying out their work. In Sri Lanka Port Authority there are several ways to manage their employee health and safety. It means they are highly concerned about the employee health and safety. They are using policies, training methods, awareness programs, and supplying medical facilities to the employees. 1. Training and Education Programmers, In Sri Lanka Port Authority has a training institute called "Mahapola Port and Maritime Academy". After the Ports Authority was formed in 1979 it revealed the necessity of establishing a fully equipped Training Institute to undertake skill manpower requirements in all aspects of the port in compliance with the port developments taking place in transforming the Colombo Port into a Leading container Pivot Port in the region. SLPA-Mahapola Training Institute...

 1.1 Why is Health and Safety Important in the Workplace?  For any organization, the health and safety of employees simply cannot be underestimated. it helps for every area in the organization. Health and safety should be a critical priority for businesses of all sizes. The well-being and safety of employees are vitally important for businesses and can significantly impact all operations. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), 38.8 million days were lost in 2019/20 due to work-related ill health and non-fatal injuries. The HSE reported that 1.7 million workers suffered from a work-related illness in 2020/21 – costing the economy an estimated amount of £16.2 billion. To minimize this kind of incident, there are regulations and acts for health and safety. Health and safety at work act 1974 and the workplace (Health, safety, and welfare) regulation 1992. These are the main acts in the health and safety. According to Sri Lanka, the government always tries to...