The Next Generation of Workers Should Not Have to Choose Between Safety, Comfort and Convenience
Technology and digital platforms have evolved in ways to help protect employees.
- By Tito Warren
- Oct 01, 2021
The future of employee safety requires a holistic point of view. Today, smart leaders recognize this and increasingly look for a safety provider that can meet the needs of their workforce when it comes to proper protective equipment and how they can access these essentials. Employees and safety professionals have higher expectations when it comes to selecting the right safety partner and there are several components they should take into consideration when making this decision: the right products, an efficient and easy-to-use fulfillment program and expert service and support. While it is important to consider the product quality companies are able to provide, it is equally important to consider expertise, support and ability to customize for a well-rounded partnership. Recent technologies and advancements in both product and safety-program solutions can help workers and managers focus on protecting their employees without worrying about the administrative tasks that usually come with managing a program.
In this article, we explore important aspects safety professionals should consider when thinking about the next generation of workers and, in turn, the future of work and safety.
Better Accessibility for Workers, Better Compliance and Tracking for Safety Pros
While employees are thinking about products and ease of purchasing as a priority, safety managers take other factors into consideration to ensure they can properly manage a program. The best way to ensure confidence that your employees are protected is to find a true partner, not just a provider. An ideal PPE partner will be a guide through the outfitting process, working with you to determine your company’s needs and help build customized programs to provide PPE that is purpose-built for the environments your workers face.
Technology and digital platforms have evolved and there are increasing advantages for safety programs through select PPE partners that offer omnichannel fulfillment options. These programs reduce administration time, mitigate risks by assuring the right products are selected for the job and eliminate costly waste and inaccuracies. Additionally, workers can easily translate how they shop in their everyday lives to their work lives and getting the right PPE quickly and easily.
When looking at a partner and considering accessibility for your workers, a comprehensive distribution network should be a priority. Program managers should take into account all the benefits they are able to get from an omnichannel partner with strong digital capabilities including:
This article originally appeared in the October 2021 issue of Occupational Health & Safety.