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Simple Ways To Prevent Accidents in the Work Place

7 Simple Ways To Prevent Accidents In The Work Place

Work space safety is extremely important. When an incident occurs on company property, a company may be help liable for damages. To ensure the health and safety of your employees, follow a few simple guidelines to prevent potential accidents.

1.Be alert.

Accidents are much more likely to happen when you are distracted. Being alert and aware of your surroundings will help you prevent potential problems. One of the most common reasons for accidents in the work place is sleepiness. It’s easy to have a foggy brain or sleepy eyes and get distracted. When this happens, you may be putting yourself and others at risk. Being alert is particularly important if your work place includes working with or around machinery.

2. Wear safety gear.

Many work places require safety gear and for good reason. Following the required dress codes at your work may spare you from injury. Safety gear is particularly important if your work place has a greater risk of being involved in an accident. Enforcing a proper dress code becomes increasingly more important depending on your work place environment.

3. Provide clear instruction.

Work place injury and accidents can get tricky. As an employer, provide clear instruction may help you avoid accident and injury in your work place, and may come into play when deal with the insurance if an incident does happen. Along with providing instruction, following instruction is equally important. Paying attention to detail and avoiding mistakes could save you from incident and accident.

4. Proper training is key.

Training your employees about all work place safety procedures is extremely important. Without proper training, accidents are bound to happen. Part of proper training is training on emergency procedures and practicing drills. Have an emergency plan in place and train all on site employees thoroughly to avoid injuries and accidents.

5. Research your safety vulnerabilities.

Your particular vulnerabilities will vary based on the work place and its environment. For example, a construction site will have different dangers than a standard office. Be aware of your surroundings and any dangers that may be present. Educating your employees and all those on your work site about any potential dangerous will not only help you avoid them but may also help you as you sort through liability if an incident does occur.

6. Keep things orderly.

A disorganized and dirty workspace can cause health issues and safety hazards. Free footpaths from any debris or potential hazards. Keep the workspace clean and free of germs to ensure the health and safety of your employees. Provide sanitizer and cleaning stations where needed.

7. Don’t rush.

Time is of the essence and at work deadlines come quickly. But when you are working, it’s important to keep your wits about you. When you rush through your work, not only do you often end up with a sloppy end result, but you are much more likely to experience an accident or injury. Rushing can be dangerous for you, your coworkers, and reflect poorly on your work.

 

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