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Workplace Safety Tips<\/span><\/h1>\n

When someone says, \u201cworkplace safety\u201d most of us would envision an industrial setting with concrete floors, huge machinery, assembly lines, fork trucks spinning around and so on.\u00a0 Actually, workplace safety applies to every work place, from the most posh offices to the dirtiest occupations.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve put this list together keeping in mind many different types of work places<\/strong>, hoping you can relate and apply these Workplace Safety Tips.\u00a0 We would also love for you to comment on your experiences and share your ideas and\/or questions to make all of our work places as safe as possible.<\/p>\n

1) <\/b>Be aware of your surroundings<\/strong> – Some of the most mundane situations can be hazardous when you are not taking that extra second to check your surroundings.\u00a0 You\u2019re walking to the copier or to the supply room and reading something on the way, you step on a staple remover that fell on the floor or you run into someone in a rush to get to the restroom.\u00a0 These examples and many more can easily be avoided.\u00a0 While efficiency and multi-tasking are excellent qualities to possess and utilize, the pay-off is not worth the trouble when putting yourself and others in the line of injury.\u00a0 Whether you\u2019re in a tight spot, under an intense deadline or repositioning your tools\/equipment, take the few seconds to ensure hazards and\/or people are not an issue.\u00a0 Those few seconds could keep you and others from lifelong injuries such as poking an eye out.<\/p>\n

2) <\/b>Use tools properly<\/strong> – Every tool, whether it seems as harmless as a pen or something that has the potential danger of a table saw, tools are designed for a particular purpose.\u00a0 For instance, don\u2019t use scissors or screwdrivers as pry bars.\u00a0 Many people are injured by not using the proper tool for the job.\u00a0 Many times, the tool is available, just in an inconvenient location.\u00a0 Always take the few extra minutes to locate the proper tool(s) for the job.
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\n3) <\/b>Know your exits, exit routes, emergency meeting location and storm\/tornado shelters<\/strong> – Sure we know where exits, stairwells, and basements are in our everyday work place and places we visit often, but when we\u2019re somewhere new, do we look for alternative exits and shelter?\u00a0 Typically emergency exits and storm shelters are posted near elevators and main entrances.\u00a0 You can check the map and get your bearings.\u00a0 You can also observe your surroundings and take a few minutes to use the restroom, get some water and make note of the exits along the way.\u00a0 In other words, you can familiarize yourself without seeming paranoid.\u00a0 Making sure exits are clear and knowing where to go in an emergency situation will ensure that you will have the opportunity to be as safe as possible in the event of disaster.
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\n4)\u00a0<\/b>Wear personal protective equipment or PPE<\/strong> – Are you one of those people who spend a lot of time at work and every so often you afford yourself the tiny luxury of taking your shoes off?\u00a0 Then you take a short walk in the hall thinking no one will notice?\u00a0 Aside from the possible professionalism in question, how about stepping on a thumb tack or staples.\u00a0 This happens more often than you think and now the expense is likely to be injury, bacteria, a tip to the doctor, and not to mention embarrassment.\u00a0 Maybe your job requires PPE such as safety glasses, steel toed shoes, gloves to protect against sharp edges, heat, or germs.\u00a0 Do you keep your PPE handy and in proper working order?\u00a0 Improper use of PPE can be as bad as not wearing it.\u00a0 PPE is your last line of defense from the hazards it protects against. \u00a0Scars, sickness, and missing fingers can be avoided more often than not.<\/p>\n

5) <\/b>Proper housekeeping is essential<\/strong> – Keeping the work area clean, dry and obstacle free is as important as making the deal or getting the job done.\u00a0 Slips, trips and falls can be avoided by proper housekeeping.\u00a0 Make sure surfaces are dry, carpets and rugs are secure, store equipment, extension cords, and hoses when not in use, and pick up debris.\u00a0 These are basic steps you can take to keep the office and work area safe.\u00a0 Whether it\u2019s a mop bucket, electric pencil sharpener or glass of water all unattended items quickly become obstacles and therefore potential hazards.\u00a0 When items are not in use, put them away.\u00a0 You\u2019ll be happy you did!
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\n6) <\/b>Know the rules<\/strong> \u2013 Along with attending orientation and mandatory classes, pay attention, take notes and know where to get information.\u00a0 Knowing where to get information when necessary can save time, money and frustration.\u00a0 Whether it\u2019s health, safety, security, or regulation knowing what to do, how to document, and how to communicate to the next person or shift could mean the difference of something as grand as getting the sale or as important as keeping someone from disease or injury. \u00a0Ensure you know how to handle tasks, communication, and where to obtain further information when necessary.
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\n7) <\/b>Follow procedures, policies, regulations and guide lines<\/strong> – Chemicals. Blood and air borne pathogens. \u00a0Cleaning supplies.\u00a0 Extinguishers.\u00a0 Information technology and security.\u00a0 Automation line control.\u00a0 Crowd control.\u00a0 Product stocking and stacking.\u00a0 Policies and procedures are put in place to protect product, information, customers, patients, environments and you!\u00a0 Although procedures many not always seem to be the best or most efficient way to do business, the repercussions when you do not follow the rules could cost time, money, quality, effort, reputation, job, and depending on the situation and severity possibly even health and life.
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\n8) <\/b>Be prepared for work<\/strong> \u2013 Life comes at us fast.\u00a0 No matter what, do the best you can to get rest and keep your head in the game.\u00a0 Distractions and fatigue are our occupations sworn enemies.\u00a0 No one wants a sleepy surgeon and we shouldn\u2019t have to concern ourselves with whether or not the car we are interested in buying was built on a Monday or a Friday.\u00a0 Take a few minutes at the start of your work day or any project\/task and breathe. \u00a0Focus on getting through your duties as safely and successfully as possible. \u00a0You will want to stay healthy to deal with the rest of what life offers.
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\n9) <\/b>Report unsafe conditions<\/strong> \u2013 When something is wrong, say something.\u00a0 It seems like we never have enough time. \u00a0The time it takes to report issues, whatever amount of time that may be, could save the time it takes to clean up a flood, fix equipment, miss the deal\/sale, and of course heal from accident and\/or injury.\u00a0 Be aware of possible process improvement.\u00a0 When you are reporting an issue and you have a suggestion how to resolve the issue short or long term, offer your suggestion.\u00a0 If you see a co-worker performing in an unsafe manner, kindly let them know.\u00a0 They may not realize something is missing or there is a safe way to perform a task.\u00a0 Sharing ideas is a positive act and any responsible manager, management team, or team member will appreciate the fact that you are concerned and observant.
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\n10) <\/b>Off the job safety is important<\/strong> – Often times we forget that similar tasks we do at home and outside of work require the same focus, observance, and safety diligence we use at work.\u00a0 Driving, getting on and off the bus or the train.\u00a0 Consider all those obstacles.\u00a0 Slippery surfaces, people dropping their phones, gloves, hats, stepping in your path or into the street.\u00a0\u00a0 You are planning to hang a picture.\u00a0 Should you go find your safety glasses?\u00a0 The answer is YES!!!\u00a0 Getting drywall dust and debris in your eyes happens so quickly when doing even the simplest of jobs.<\/p>\n

We hope our tips and examples can help bring awareness into focus.<\/p>\n

Would you like to learn more? Contact us by clicking\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0or click\u00a0here to contact us\u00a0for your free 1 hour consultation<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Your Friends in Safety,<\/p>\n

-All Risk Training<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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