The Right Tools for Every Job – 8/21/23

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OWYN Safety Mgmt Platform

The Right Tools for Every Job

You know, when it comes to getting a job done right, having the right tool makes all the difference. It’s like trying to cut down a tree with a skill saw instead of a chainsaw. It just wouldn’t work as well, would it?

And I bet you wouldn’t try to cut intricate pieces of metal with a torch, when a laser cutting machine would do the job faster. It’s all about using the right tool for the task at hand.

So, let me ask you this: why do we sometimes see crews working without proper safety equipment? It’s like sending someone into battle without a helmet!

I’m talking about situations where workers aren’t wearing hard hats while working below others who are using hand tools that could slip and fall without any warning.

Or when a maintenance person is sent to fix that laser machine without lockout tagout equipment to prevent any accidents.

And don’t get me started on those guys working on a pitched roof without harnesses or a way to tie off. We’ve all seen that, right? I even spotted it on an HGTV commercial last night!

Here’s the thing: just like there’s a right tool for every job, there’s a safety tool for every workplace hazard. And even though their value may not seem as obvious as a chainsaw, using proper safety equipment will ensure the well-being of your employees, protect your company’s reputation, and boost your profitability.

I don’t know about you, but I call that using the right tool for the job. It’s a no-brainer, really. So, let’s make sure your employees have the right tools and safety equipment to get the job done safely and efficiently.

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Employee QuickTip

Before you start work each day, make sure you have the safety equipment you need to get the job done safely.  If you don’t have it, make sure you let your supervisor know so they can get it for you.

Employer/Management QuickTip

Just like I said above, there’s a safety tool for every workplace hazard and using proper safety equipment will ensure the well-being of your employees, protect your company’s reputation, and boost your profitability. That makes it worth ensuring your employees have the safety equipment they need to get the job done safely.

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Thanks for Reading and Please – “Be Safe this Week”.