Time is money, right? And there is just never enough time. No time to clean up the cluttered office, no time to pull over to text from your cell, no time not to rush. It’s go, go, go… until someone gets hurt.
Take a quick time out. Slow down, take a breath, and think about this for a minute . . . employers pay about $1 billion in worker’s compensation every single week! For an expense that exuberant, maybe there is a little time for workplace safety. When you stop and think about what you are really risking by not taking just a few more seconds to complete a task, it’s shocking. Employees are injured—even killed while on the job, every single day. Next time you think that whatever you are rushing through just simply can’t wait, realize that you are literally ‘dying to get it done on time’. What it’s really time for, is an attitude adjustment. Both employers and employees need to re-focus and slow down. Not not only could lives be saved, but money too. Follow these tips below to steer away from work related injuries. How to Steer Clear of Work Related Injuries Keep it Clean – An organized and clean work environment is a safe work environment. Even having a cluttered desk is hazardous. The most frequent workplace injuries involve minor things that are overlooked. It’s natural to be more cautious when operating a fork lift than walking to your desk. Look around and askyourself, are there any potential trip hazards on the floor? Are the electrical outlets in your office safe? What about general cleanliness? Are you getting sick frequently? These are all things to keep in mind. It’s the little things that add up to big worker’s compensation bills. Make it a Must – If your employees are doing manual labor where personal protective equipment is worn to avoid injuries, make it clear that wearing it is not a mere suggestion, but a must! Wearing hard hats, goggles, gloves, ear muffs, and steel toe boots is not a fashion, it will save their body and possibly their life. Make it must that safety gear is worn at all times and make sure it is worn properly. Slow Down, Grown Ups at Play – Obviously, it’s difficult to avoid the racing around and the fast-pace of the work environment. Try to keep the feeling of the workplace somewhat calm and encourage safety above all else. Hold meetings every so often to let your employees know that their safety is of the highest importance. Review best practices for keeping safe and healthy at home and at work frequently. Above all, Remember Road Safety – Car accidents are the leading cause of work related fatalities. There is no way to overemphasize the importance of slowing down, being cautious, avoiding taking phone calls and NEVER TEXTING. If you speed or drive recklessly, you are putting the lives others at danger, not just your own. If you ever feel yourself rushing, your blood pressure rising, and like you are dying to get it done on time, just say to yourself out loud, “better late, than never.”
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