Safety x security
Hi guys!

I would like to know if there is any difference between the following sentences:

1. By law, companies have to have a "Health and Safety" expert, who is responsible for all matters relating to the SAFETY of employees.

2. By law, companies have to have a "Health and Safety" expert, who is responsible for all matters relating to the SECURITY of employees.

Thanks in advance!

Question

Safety x security
Hi guys!

I would like to know if there is any difference between the following sentences:

1. By law, companies have to have a "Health and Safety" expert, who is responsible for all matters relating to the SAFETY of employees.

2. By law, companies have to have a "Health and Safety" expert, who is responsible for all matters relating to the SECURITY of employees.

Thanks in advance!

Answer

Security (protection) keeps things safe (unharmed).

:)

Answer

"safety" and "security" have an overlap in meaning but not entirely the same thing.

safe: not exposed to common hazards, both natural and man made - accidents, fire, natural disasters, falling rocks, ...

secure:  protected from external threats, i.e, actively perpetuated harm by either men or animals - burglars, muggers, terrorists, large animals, ...