OBJECTIVES: To give expression to philanthropic and paternalistic feelings. To win over employee's loyalty and increase their morale.

r morale. To combat trade unionism and socialist ideas. To build up stable labour force, to reduce labour turnover and absenteeism. To develop efficiency and productivity among workers. To save oneself from heavy taxes on surplus profits. To earn goodwill and enhance public image. To reduce the threat of further government intervention. To make recruitment more effective (because these benefits add to job appeal).

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Do you have pressurized appliances at the premises? E.g. boiler, coffee machine, air compressor? Do pedestrians and vehicles move around in the same area? Is there a loading bay or similar? Have you undertaken a stress risk assessment in the workplace? Does the premise have an intermediate floor or high level storage area more than two meters off the ground which people must use? Is lifting equipment thoroughly examined by a competent engineer every 12 months? (6 months for passenger lifts) Are services such as mechanical ventilation systems in good repair and regularly maintained? Is all the flooring in good condition, free from holes, is even and not slippery? Are all staircases to the premises well constructed with a Handrail provided on at least one side? Are staircases, walkways and fire exits always kept free of obstructions which could cause a person to trip or fall? If there is a possibility that asbestos exists within the building, have you carried out a survey to find out whether asbestos is present in the building? Are you satisfied that your premises are provided with safe means of reaching heights such as a commercially rated step-ladder or kick-stool? Are you satisfied that windows or external doors higher than the ground floor can be opened without danger? Are you satisfied that the workplace is kept clean? Are you satisfied that all waste is stored in suitable bin which are emptied Regularly? Is your portable electrical equipment (any appliance fitted with a plug) regularly inspected and maintained? Is the fixed electrical installation in the building regularly inspected and maintained?

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Are you satisfied that the workroom temperature is comfortable? Are you satisfied that there is sufficient lighting to enable people to work and move about safely? Are there any people who must carry heavy goods or awkward items such as Stationery or stock deliveries, drink containers or items of work equipment? Are you aware of any asbestos containing materials on your premises? Do you have any lone/solitary workers? Do you have an accident book? Are accidents investigated to prevent a recurrence? If yes have you carried out an assessment of the hazards and precautions associated with these products, eg cleaning chemicals and machinery fluids? Are all parts of the premises kept clear of waste and rubbish? Is staff trained to report damaged cables, loose connections, faulty equipment, defective insulation, etc? Does staff know the action to be taken on discovering a fire and hearing fire warning signals? Are portable fire extinguishers provided in clearly visible and readily accessible places? Have you any gas-fired appliances in the premises including those fired by LPG?

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