Posted By Peter Harvey It would be helpful to know a little more on this topic but assuming the norm: Try not to look at the issue of safety in the workplace, as a "legal" must. I have found and often hear of the winning argument being that based on sound business principles. Saving time, saving money, safety people and saving the company name are big players in persuading an MD to take the right steps. However like most things this only ever works if it is presented with care and in a logical fashion.

Posted By David Brede To elaborate on Peters answer, look at claims. You have the costs of the personnel off sick, the costs of employing replacements or overtime. The costs of processing the claim at your end, the insurers end, the costs of attending claims meetings & court cases. You can then look at insurance premiums and the scope for reductions as a reward for reducing the number of claims. To reduce claims you need to reduce accidents and to reduce accidents you need to invest in safety! QED