It’s a Life Saver – 5/28/24
Safety E-Quick Tip
OWYN Safety Management Platform
It’s a Life Saver
Your company’s safety program is more than just a document kept on a shelf or in digital files.
It is the key to ensuring that everyone goes home safely each day.
A comprehensive safety program includes policies, training, documentation, and more to protect employees from workplace hazards.
To effectively protect against hazards, remember these three key points:
- Recognize the hazards present in your workplace.
- Understand how to protect yourself and others from these hazards.
- Regularly practice workplace safety through your safety program.
Don’t let your safety program gather dust – actively implement and manage it. It is a crucial tool that safeguards your employees, reputation, and profits.
Prioritize workplace safety for everyone’s well-being and your company’s success. Remember, a well-maintained safety program truly is a life saver!
Take the time to review and update your safety program regularly. Engage employees in safety discussions, encourage reporting of safety concerns, and continuously seek ways to improve safety measures.
By investing in your safety program, you are investing in a safer, more productive, and successful future for your company.
Employee QuickTip
Summer is approaching and it’s heating up. That could be a workplace hazard for many. Make sure you stay hydrated and look for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke in yourself and those working with you.
Employer/Management QuickTip
It’s that time of year when temperatures are on the rise and you need to make sure employees are working safely, taking breaks when necessary and keeping hydrated. Watch for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and take the necessary action. Don’t ignore heat as a workplace hazard!
Signs of heat exhaustion are confusion, dark-colored urine, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, headaches, muscle or abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pale skin, profuse sweating, and rapid heartbeat
Signes of heat stroke are throbbing headache, confusion, nausea, dizziness, body temperature above 103°F, hot, red, dry or damp skin, rapid and strong pulse, fainting, loss of consciousness.
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Thanks for Reading and Please – “Stay Safe this Week”.
