#Safety moments for summer how to
So, it’s important that your staff are aware of the potential hazards raised by these weather extremes and know how to act. Such weather can affect working conditions greatly and pose “code red” workplace hazards. Typically, in North America, these could include: Spring’s frequent weather fluctuations and extra rain bring a whole host of extremes. One of the can’t-miss spring safety topics is the change in temperature during this season. This can include encouraging workers to wear rubber gloves (or, for machinery jobs, something thicker and hardwearing). Especially if this accident included a visit to the emergency room (ER).įor managers, it’s important that your staff have access to the right PPE. They must also understand OSHA’s injury reporting guidelines, should an accident occur. The first step is teaching them where the first aid kit is for small injuries but it doesn’t stop there. So, it’s important to make sure that your staff are aware of hand injuries and the potential hazards such as machinery, falling objects, or safe use of PPE.
Not only is it critical to keep your staff safe, but hand injuries at work will also delay your projects and hurt profitability. Our hands are integral to all parts of our lives and permanent hand damage will cause long-lasting effects. One of the main tools we use at work is our hands. If you want to give your toolbox talks a spring spruce-up, try some of the suggestions below. Working outdoors safely potential for ticks and Lyme disease safe use of insect repellants.
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