There are a number of reasons organizations need to be paying attention to their employees’ travel risks, including health scares, natural disasters and political unrest. Since unpredictable events like these are now a global reality, many businesses are taking a hard look at business travel risks and ways they can protect their employees abroad.

In fact, 80% of travelers believe their companies have a legal obligation to protect them abroad, according to On Call International LLC’s report, “Protecting Your Employees Abroad Protects Your Business at Home.” This means employees may blame their organization if their health or safety is compromised during a business trip. Because so much is at stake for companies that send staff members across the globe, it is important for employers to understand business travel risks and implement a travel risk management strategy to protect their workforce—and their company.

The study notes that companies need to be prepared to respond quickly and effectively to any travel-related incident. Responses should also put the needs of the employee first. Companies need to anticipate the risks and prevent them from occurring–or at least limit their potential impact.

The infographic below looks at business travel risks and why it is essential for companies to protect their employees.