As an employer, you have a moral, legal, financial and fiduciary duty to ensure the safety of your employees as well as a legal duty of care, to ensure that workers have a safe workplace and are not injured while at work.
If the worst happens and an adverse event has taken place, such as a significant accident, dangerous occurrence or environmental event, it is essential that this is quickly handled and well managed. You also have a number of legal obligations in terms of reporting and notification which need to be adhered to.