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Interdependent System in Workplace Safety
One movement away from isolated functions/operations towards interdependent systems in the field of workplace system is the joining of different companies in the establishment of organizations that promote health and safety in workplace. In the past, companies only depend on the health department/division within their organization where private healthcare specialists and attendants are hired to provide healthcare service to their employees' needs. These days, however, due to the work-related accidents that occurs everyday, 17 people each day as indicated by Brenda Thomas, there are already different workplace safety programs that offer aid to a workplace's healthcare needs. This is not only a strategy to move into interdependent workplace safety system, but also to help businesses ensure stable work operation. Brenda Thomas suggests this, saying that
One way for American businesses to aid the economic and emotional recovery is by investing in preventative safety measures that institute systematic awareness, training and processes in their organizations. At DuPont, we have found that good safety management systems inevitably lead to more secure and productive workplaces. Our employees feel safe at DuPont because preventative safety and security is ingrained in our culture and operations.
Perhaps, one of the best examples of interdependent workplace safety program and organization is America's Dial 911 government agency. With Dial 911, worse scenarios in workplace accidents can be prevented. This is being made possible by advanced technologies like VoIP (Voice Over IP) that facilitates connection to 911 for help and assistance. Many companies are currently considering having such technology be implemented in their businesses to ensure safety of employees in the workplace. That is, instead of singly relying on their medical staffs, safety is further ensured to employees with the help of VoIP technology. Tekelec Online indicates the following on the use of this type of interdependent system for workplace safety.
911 refers to the ability of an end-user to dial 911 and be connected to a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP), the entity that refers calls to the appropriate safety authority.
References
Thomas, B. Workplace Safety Programs Offer Way to Aid the Recovery.
http://www.ishn.com/CDA/ArticleInformation/features/BNP__Features__Item/0,2162,68725,00.html
VoIP Challenges.
http://www.vocaldata.com/telephony-voip.htm
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