Everybody wants to be part of a “sustainable and socially responsible” business these days. But what exactly does that mean? What does it have to do with profitability and good business practices, and how is it connected to occupational health and safety (OH&S)?

Recent developments in sustainability expectations and metrics have done much to clarify the connection between occupational health and safety and an organization’s long-term sustainability.

Here’s a look at what the term has evolved to represent, in general terms, for professionals in OH&S, and how to include in your corporate reporting.