SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WHAT IS EMPLOYEE SAFETY? Freedom from danger, risk, or injury in the workplace.

WHY BE CONCERNED? To help manage the risk of the business –Less injuries = more profits To protect yourself –Missed workdays and lost wages –Decreased productivity –Increased insurance payments

SAFETY HAZARDS... Any situation that has potential to cause bodily harm to employees

TYPES OF WORK HAZARDS Depends on two things: –Where you work –Type of work performed

UNSAFE CONDITIONS Physical or Environmental hazards which are present in the workplace.

Common Unsafe Conditions.. Poor Housekeeping Electrical Hazards Fire Hazards Unsafe Equipment Unsafe Work Areas

UNSAFE ACTS Employee behavior or actions that may risk safety in the workplace.

Examples of Unsafe Acts... Wearing Inappropriate Clothing Lifting Improperly Using Tools Improperly

More Unsafe Acts Lacking Knowledge Having Poor Personal Habits Driving Carelessly Horsing Around

Why Should You follow Safety Procedures? You will form good safety habits that will help protect you from accidents and injuries

SAFETY PROCEDURES Think about Safety Follow Company Guidelines Report or Correct Safety Hazards Ask Questions DON’T TAKE SHORTCUTS

What is OSHA? Federal Government Agency Occupational Safety & Health Administration

Writes & Enforces Safety Standards Prevents Employee Injuries & Death Insists that businesses maintain safe, hazard-free workplaces

Employees’ Responsibilities for Safety Follow OSHA rules and standards Comply with businesses safety rules

Employees’ Responsibilities for Safety Cont.... Report dangerous work habits or unsafe conditions to supervisors Report job-related injuries or illnesses to the appropriate supervisor, and seek medical attention as needed.

Operator Zone An operator zone is a safe area around a piece of machinery in which only the operator may enter.

Personal Protective Equipment Welding helmet Work gloves Respirator Ear plugs Safety glasses Hard hat