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In an economic context where every dollar counts, Quebec companies - particularly in the construction, transportation and manufacturing sectors - have everything to gain from investing in occupational health and safety (OHS) prevention. And yet, all too often, OHS is perceived as an expense rather than a lever for growth.
"Companies only take OHS seriously when they lose a bid because they have not demonstrated sufficient commitment to prevention. But why wait until a business opportunity is lost before taking action? Investing in OHS now means turning an obligation into a real competitive advantage. By focusing on prevention, companies not only reduce accidents, but also increase their productivity and competitiveness.
This is where OHS breaks, ongoing awareness and accessible, up-to-date documentation become powerful tools for reducing the costs associated with accidents, employee departures and disengagement.
According to the CNESST, the real cost of a workplace accident can be 4 to 10 times higher than the contributions paid by the company. This includes :
In 2024, Quebec recorded 149,812 work-related accidents accepted by the CNESST, an increase of 61% over the previous year. The construction sector is particularly hard hit, accounting for a significant proportion of these incidents.
Another factor often overlooked is employee disengagement. According to HR University, a disengaged employee costs an average of 34% of salary in lost productivity, while a departure can cost up to $30,674 on average in recruitment costs, training, loss of know-how, knowledge and more, according to Randstad and Express Employment Professionnals. In 2025, the average turnover rate in Quebec, according to the Ordre des CRHA, will reach 24%, or one employee in four who leaves his or her job each year. These figures, based on a ratio of 100 employees, can amount to more than $736,176 per year in labor replacement costs, demonstrating the urgency of taking action. Connecting and engaging workers in the field is becoming a priority.
Fortunately, the studies are clear: every dollar invested in OHS prevention can generate up to $4 in savings.
According to a Santinel study, these savings come from :
AnIRSST study points out that, although methodologies vary, cost-benefit analysis remains the most widely used to demonstrate the profitability of OHS investments. Companies that adopt a proactive approach to prevention see concrete results.
OHS breaks, short training sessions lasting just a few minutes, are an effective way of keeping teams on their toes. They can be used to :
When properly integrated into daily operations, these micro-training sessions significantly reduce the number of incidents. A concrete example from Coffrages Synergy, a company with 1,650 employees, shows a 19% reduction in workplace accidents and a 23% reduction in their severity after integrating BRIX into its practices.
The BRIX mobile application stands out for its ability to connect, train and engage field workers, often without access to a computer or email address. In the construction industry, around 85% of workers are in the field, on the move and hard to reach quickly.
BRIX enables :
With BRIX, 100% of employees can be reached in minutes, not weeks. The application becomes a true mobile intranet, designed by and for the construction, transportation and manufacturing industries. In short, wherever there are field workers, BRIX is the solution!
Another crucial aspect is the availability and updating of work procedures. Outdated or inaccessible documentation can lead to costly errors, non-compliance and accidents. With BRIX, essential documents are centralized, always accessible and updated in real time via mobile.
Companies that prioritize OHS do so not just to comply with standards, but to protect their profitability, reputation and human capital. OHS breaks, ongoing awareness and well-managed documentation are powerful levers for reducing the costs associated with accidents, turnover and disengagement.
With tools like BRIX, prevention becomes accessible, effective and adapted to the realities on the ground. In a world where every dollar counts, investing in OHS means investing in the sustainability and competitiveness of Quebec companies.
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