Quando o descaso vira tragédia: o peso da responsabilidade dos gestores nos acidentes em Segurança do Trabalho no Brasil

Abstract

Workplace safety is crucial to ensure the physical and psychological integrity of employees, as well as to contribute to the productivity and sustainability of organizations. This study aims to examine the responsibility of managers in tragedies related to occupational safety in Brazil and analyze the legal consequences these administrators face. To achieve the proposed objectives, brazilian labor legislation and its requirements regarding workplace safety were meticulously analyzed, along with court rulings related to such accidents. Additionally, measures aimed at preventing workplace accidents and promoting employee health and safety were addressed, evaluating the limitations of these approaches and proposing suggestions for improvements. The findings reveal that Brazilian laws are strict regarding occupational safety, establishing clear responsibilities for employers and managers. Furthermore, judicial decisions indicate that managers are held accountable for workplace accidents in their companies, facing civil, labor, and criminal sanctions depending on the case and applicable legislation. Effective measures for preventing workplace accidents and promoting employee health and safety were identified, such as implementing training programs, awareness campaigns, inspections, using safety technologies, and improving working conditions. However, challenges persist, including a lack of investment in workplace safety by companies, a culture of negligence towards employee safety and health, and the need for more effective regulatory oversight. The concluding remarks emphasize the importance of raising awareness among employers and managers about the

significance of accident prevention and promoting employee health and safety to reduce work- related incidents and fatalities. Additionally, it is highlighted the need to adopt effective

preventive measures, along with strict regulatory oversight, to ensure workers' safety and health. Finally, future research should focus on implementing more effective public policies to promote employee health and safety, as well as analyzing the economic and social impacts of workplace accidents in Brazil.