Lost-time injuries (LTIs) affect not only the injured employee but also an organisation’s finances, health, operational efficiency, and culture. 

Financial Costs: Lost time injuries incur direct costs like medical bills, compensation claims, and insurance, which can add up quickly. Indirect costs also arise from productivity loss, training temporary replacements, and managing incidents. 

Operational Disruptions: Delays can occur in projects when a worker is absent due to injury. This is especially true for critical roles in construction or manufacturing. This increases workloads for the remaining staff, leading to higher stress and fatigue, which raises the risk of further accidents. Interruptions in workflow decrease team efficiency, creating bottlenecks that impact deadlines and output quality. 

Organisational and Cultural Impact: Witnessing or experiencing an injury at work can negatively impact an employee’s mental health. It can lead to lower morale and increased stress. This situation also results in decreased engagement. High lost-time injury (LTI) rates can hinder staff retention. They can damage a company’s reputation. This impacts relationships with clients, partners, and potential hires. Therefore, fostering a proactive safety culture is essential for a safer and more appealing workplace.

Note: This is the second of three blog posts about a summarised account of lost time injuries (LTIs). Other posts will focus on understanding LTIs and strategies to prevent them.

By

Joji Parambath

Fluidsys Training Centre Pvt Ltd

Bangalore

(+91) 7338385505

info@fluidsys.in

https://fluidsys.in

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