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Keeping Employees Safe in the Workplace

#31511233/0412 ©Business & Legal Reports, Inc.

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What Do You Know About Safety?

True or False: A safe workplace is required by law. Safety is management’s responsibility only. Neatness is not related to safety. You don’t have to worry about safety when

you work in an office. Musculoskeletal disorders can be prevented

with the proper use of ergonomics.


What Do You Know About Safety?(cont.)

True or False: You need at least two evacuation routes from

your building. You can’t catch an infectious disease by giving

first aid. Following security procedures can help

prevent workplace violence. Terrorism rarely affects the workplace. You have a right to know about the hazards in

your workplace.


Safety in the Workplace

Sustains productivity Promotes morale Is required by law Requires everyone’s

participation


Safety Attitude

Think safety Look for hazards Fix or report hazards


Good Housekeeping

Keep items in their proper place Clean or report spills Clear clutter Keep items off stairways and aisles Report safety issues Use common sense


Office Safety

Keep drawers closed Sit upright in chairs Don’t horse around

with furniture or supplies

Keep flammables away from hot office equipment


Electrical Safety

Use extension cords properly Don’t run them across stairs or aisles

Don’t fasten them with nails or staples

Don’t overload outlets Don’t use plugs with bent or missing

prongs Obey locks, tags, barricades, and signs

that warn of electrical hazards


Back Safety Reach properly Lift properly

Object from floor Object from overhead Oversized or heavy object Long or awkward objects

Use material handling equipment

Do stretching exercises


Ergonomics

Arrange your workstation Sit properly Avoid repetitive motions Take breaks Keep wrists straight Use proper

equipment and PPE Carry objects palm down


Ergonomics (cont.)

Know symptoms of MSDs Pain

Tingling

Stiffness

Weakness

Numbness

Swelling

Get medical attention for MSD symptoms


Emergency Situations Know location of fire

alarms and extinguishers Know what

alarms sound like Know how to

use extinguishers Know at least two

evacuation routes Know meeting place outside building


First Aid

Call for professional medical help

Bring help to victim Check victim’s ABCs Check victim’s vitals Interview victim Use appropriate

first-aid measures


Infectious Diseases and Bloodborne Pathogens

Wash hands often Use precautions

when giving first aid Treat all blood

as contaminated Use PPE Clean up thoroughly Get medical attention if you’re exposed


Security

Follow company procedures

Keep doors locked Don’t loan keys

or access cards Report unknown people Report security gaps


Workplace Violence

Take threats seriously Recognize signs of potential violence

in co-workers Report signs Arrange a danger signal with co-workers Remain calm with emotional people Alert proper authorities


Terrorism

Protect your computer Handle mail with caution Follow company

precautions Follow procedures

during an incident Shelter in place


Personal Protective Equipment

Use the right equipment for the job

Inspect it before every use

Make sure it fits Follow manufacturer’s

instructions Clean and store properly


Machine Safety

Obey tags Make sure guards

are in place Report problems Wear correct PPE Focus on work


Hazard Communication

Read chemical labels Read MSDSs Use proper PPE Follow procedures Seek medical

attention if exposed


Test What You Know

1. List three reasons for maintaining a safe workplace.

2. What government agency monitors safety in the workplace?

3. What hazards are present in offices?

4. What two things should you never do with extension cords?

5. What is the proper way to reach?


Test What You Know (cont.)

6. List four things you can do to practice good ergonomics.

7. What five things do you need to know to be safe during emergency situations?

8. When is it OK to loan your access card or to leave an outside door open?

9. How often should you inspect your PPE?10. Where can you find the most complete

safety and health precautions for hazardous substances?


Test What You KnowAnswers

1. List three reasons for maintaining a safe workplace. Safety sustains productivity, promotes morale, is required by law, and requires everyone’s participation.

2. What government agency monitors safety in the workplace? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

3. What hazards are present in offices? Open drawers, unstable furniture, and hot equipment.


Test What You KnowAnswers (cont.)

4. What two things should you never do with extension cords? Don’t run them across stairs or aisles and don’t fasten them with nails or staples.

5. What is the proper way to reach? Move your body close to the object; don’t twist. Stand for objects on high shelves (get a stepstool, if necessary), and don’t overextend.



6. List four things you can do to practice good ergonomics. Arrange your workstation, sit properly, avoid repetitive motions, take breaks, keep wrists straight, use proper tools and PPE, and carry objects palm down.

7. What five things do you need to know to be safe during emergency situations? The location of fire alarms and extinguishers, what alarms sound like, how to use extinguishers, two evacuation routes, and where to meet outside the building.



8. When is it OK to loan your access card or to leave an outside door open? Never.

9. How often should you inspect your PPE? Before every use.

10. Where can you find the most complete safety and health precautions for hazardous substances? Material safety data sheets.

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