Promoting a safe work culture is critical for several reasons: 1. Patient Safety: A safe environment minimizes the risk of errors, infections, and other adverse events, ensuring better patient outcomes. 2. Staff Well-being: Nurses working in a safe culture experience less stress, burnout, and job dissatisfaction, leading to higher retention rates and better overall health. 3. Operational Efficiency: Safe workplaces reduce the incidence of accidents and injuries, decreasing downtime and maintaining productivity.