Essay from the year 2013 in the subject Sociology - Work, Profession, Education, Organisation, language: English, abstract: The term health and safety at work affect the well-being not only of employees but also the well-being of temporarily employees, staff contractors, visitors and any other people in the workplace. According to the World Health Organization, Health at work aims to maintain the working capacity of employees, to improve work and make the work environment compliant with health and safety rules. In addition, it promotes the development of the organization and culture of work towards health and safety.