It takes a minute to write a safety rule. It takes an hour to hold a safety meeting. It takes a week to plan a good safety program. It takes a month to put that program into operation. It takes a year to win a safety award. It takes a lifetime to make a safety…
A carpenter asked his employer to pay for the damage done to his glass eye which was broken when a nail he had been driving flew up and struck it. When he was asked how he lost the eye in the first place he replied, “Oh, the same way, a flying nail”. A dark world…
Safety is everyone’s responsibility! As an employee, you should: Learn to work safely and take all rules seriously. Recognise hazards and avoid them. Report all accidents, injuries and illnesses to your supervisor immediately. Inspect tools before use to avoid injury. Wear all assigned Personal Protective Equipment. On the other hand it is Managements responsibility to:…
It is important to follow these precautions when using portable light strings: Inspect Inspect the wiring and fixtures before stringing the lights or before they are energized or plugged in. Make sure the outer insulation is not damaged, the plug ends are intact, and the fixtures are not cracked. Ground The light-string must be grounded.…
Every accident has a cost associated with it and that is why it is important to stress safety on and off the job. The costs that are involved are both direct and indirect; however the employee who was injured will be the one who pays the most. The costs associated with an accident are always…
Some of the most dangerous situations arise out of common mistakes that can easily be avoided. This post will focus on some of the more common (and commonly overlooked) safety issues that should be prevented to help improve safety performance. Lack of housekeeping: It may seem simple, but a messy/ dirty work area makes for an…
Hand operated hoists have many applications in rigging work. Typical applications include hoisting a pipe or plate into position for welding or bolting, moving machinery, fence stretching and lifting engines or equipment during repairs. These devices are simple to operate but misuse can result in sudden failure, property damage, and serious injury. Some things to…
