Every worker on a job site plays a crucial role in keeping everyone safe, so it is important all workers are aware of hazards and take steps to prevent incidents from happening.
Safety+Health magazine offers the following tips to share with your employees to help ensure everyone takes responsibility and helps to keep the job site safe.
- Learn the safest way to do your job. Complete all job-specific training and read the materials supplied by your employer, including information from equipment manufacturers. Address any questions or concerns with your supervisor.
- Always think and act safely. Check for hazards throughout the workday, and be aware of your surroundings and those working around you.
- Obey safety rules and regulations. Follow all Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards, other regulatory/municipal requirements and your employer’s rules and policies.
- Wear proper personal protective equipment. The PPE you wear should fit properly; be in good working condition; and be designed specifically for the task you are performing.
- Take your job seriously. Do not engage in horseplay or take shortcuts.
- Operate only the equipment you are authorized to use. If you have not been trained on equipment’s proper use, do not operate that equipment.
- Inspect tools and equipment before use. Visually inspect all items for defects before each shift. If an item is damaged, remove it from service.
- Communicate unsafe conditions or practices. If you observe a potential hazard, report the situation to your supervisor.
- Report injuries or property damage immediately. Investigation of a minor incident may help prevent a larger incident from occurring.
- Support your workplace safety program. Take an active role in on-the-job safety activities, discussions, committees and training.
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