EYEBALLS...SNAP!!!
Hazard awareness not only includes being
alert and aware of what is going on around you, it also includes
taking actions to make the work environment safe. Many times, uneven or
slippery surfaces can be avoided by simply watching where you are walking. This
sounds like a matter of common sense, but of course its not always done. Even
the simple act of reading a document while walking, looking at someone else, or
simply not watching the path can lead to a slip, trip or fall. Be on the safe
side and pay attention to your surroundings at the job site. Use existing paths
instead of creating new ones.
Level Playing Ground?
Uneven or unlevel surfaces often consist of
irregularities. Walking in these types of areas can be dangerous if you do not
take the necessary precautions. While there is a general tendency to blame an
accident on carelessness or lack of attention, most slips, trips, and falls can
be avoided by keeping the area free of hazards. Whether the surface of
your work area is uneven or not, it should be kept clean, organized and clutter-free. Uneven terrain may surprise
you. You could be walking on a flat, level surface at the time, take a few more
steps, and find an incline, or other hazard. Be aware of holes, curbs, and
other obstacles in your path. Before you take any steps, check your walking
surface. Most accidents can be prevented if you know what to look for.
Hazard awareness, SA (situational awareness), keeping your work area clean and
exercising safe work practices can help reduce a slip, trip or fall.
3 is a Magic Number
1. PPE
(personal protective equipment)
The purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) is to protect individuals, exposed to health and safety hazards, from the risk of injury by creating a barrier against workplace hazards. PPE include devices for head protection, GPS, ID badge, protective clothing and foot protection. Using PPE requires hazard awareness and training on the part of the user. PPE is not a substitute for situational awareness or administrative controls or good work practices, but should be used in conjunction with these controls.
2. TOOLS / EQUIPMENT
Technicians will only use tools that are in safe condition and approved for the job required. Tools will be used for only the purpose in which they were designed and manufactured. Modifications to safety equipment is strickly prohibited. These standards are put in place to protect the Technician
3. PROCEDURES
Daily, the Technician will be required to keep all paperwork and data input up-to-date and orderly. Keeping one's work site clean and clutter free is a helpful method to avoiding accidents and injury. Knowing your proper procedures and work standards produces a safe, quality and productive work environment.
The purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) is to protect individuals, exposed to health and safety hazards, from the risk of injury by creating a barrier against workplace hazards. PPE include devices for head protection, GPS, ID badge, protective clothing and foot protection. Using PPE requires hazard awareness and training on the part of the user. PPE is not a substitute for situational awareness or administrative controls or good work practices, but should be used in conjunction with these controls.
2. TOOLS / EQUIPMENT
Technicians will only use tools that are in safe condition and approved for the job required. Tools will be used for only the purpose in which they were designed and manufactured. Modifications to safety equipment is strickly prohibited. These standards are put in place to protect the Technician
3. PROCEDURES
Daily, the Technician will be required to keep all paperwork and data input up-to-date and orderly. Keeping one's work site clean and clutter free is a helpful method to avoiding accidents and injury. Knowing your proper procedures and work standards produces a safe, quality and productive work environment.