What are some quick tips for workplace safety?

Health and safety in the workplace is important to every organization, no matter how large or small. Employers have a legal and moral obligation to ensure the safety of their employees. But workplace safety is everyone's responsibility. Distributing workplace safety tips to employees can help keep everyone safe. Good communication is essential to ensure employees understand the safety requirements they must follow in the workplace. This will help create a safety culture where people talk about potential hazards and understand their role in keeping themselves and their colleagues safe.

Safety induction training before entering wok place 

Tool box meeting

Proper PPE

Proper signage

Hard barrication

 

Keep all floors dry at all times.Keep the fire safety equipment in working condition.Label doors which lead to sensitive areas clearly.Provide helmets to people entering a construction site.Refrain from keeping sharp objects lying around.Turn off all electrical switches when not in use.Do not use escalators or elevators in case of a fire.Keep emergency numbers close at hand on every desk.Do not permit people to enter sensitive areas without appropriate protection.

Staying healthy and safe at work is important.
No matter what your job, it is important to reduce your risks of injury and illness at work.
Here are some tips to help make your workplace safe.1.
Understand the risks: Once you know the particular hazards of your job or workplace, you can take steps to reduce your risk of work-related injury or illness.2.
Reduce workplace stress: Common causes include long hours, heavy workload, job insecurity and conflicts with coworkers or bosses.
Stress can lead to depression, sleeping difficulties and problems with concentration.3.
Take regular breaks: Staying fresh and alert will help you avoid injury or burnout.
Schedule the most difficult tasks of each day for times when your concentration is best, such as first thing in the morning.4.
Avoid stooping or twisting: Use ergonomically designed furniture and equipment or rearrange your work area so that everything you need is within easy reach.5.
Use mechanical aids whenever possible: Instead of trying to lift or carry a heavy object, use a wheelbarrow, conveyor belt, crane or forklift.6.
Protect your back: If you do need to pick up and carry heavy loads, keep the load close to your body and lift with your thigh muscles.7.
Wear protective equipment to suit the task: If worn correctly, gear such as earplugs, earmuffs, hard hat, safety goggles, gloves or full-face mask can dramatically reduce your risk of injury.8.
Stay sober: Alcohol and drugs are a contributing factor in around three per cent of workplace fatalities.9.
Talk over any concerns: Your employer or human resources manager need to be informed about hazards and risks.
Your employer is legally obliged to ensure a safe working environment.10.
Know your rights: Organizations such as WorkSafe Victoria or unions can offer information and advice on workplace safety issues.