Safety In The Workplace Presented as required by the Alabama Department of Career and Technical Education

Employee Safety Freedom from danger, risk, or injury in the workplace

Why Be Concerned About Safety? BECAUSE……….. Employees can help to manage business risk

Why Should Employees Help Manage Risk? BECAUSE…..no one benefits from injuries Work injuries can cause….. 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 Depend On 1. Where employees work 2. Type of work performed

Unsafe Work Conditions Poor housekeeping hazards Electrical hazards Fire hazards Unsafe equipment and unsafe work areas

Unsafe Acts Wearing inappropriate clothing Lifting improperly Using tools improperly Lacking knowledge Having poor personal habits Driving carelessly Horsing around

Safety Procedures Think about safety Follow company guidelines Report or correct safety hazards Ask questions Don’t take shortcuts

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Federal Government Agency Writes and enforces safety standards Prevents employee injuries and deaths Insists that businesses maintain safe, hazard-free workplaces.

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