Workers are as likely to have an accident in the first six months at a workplace the extra risk arises due to:
- lack of experience working in a new industry or workplace;
- lack of familiarity with the job and the work environment;
- reluctance to raise concerns (or not knowing how to); and
- eagerness to impress workmates and managers.
Six steps to protect new starters…
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