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Safety at the Workplace & in the Home

Safety is a full-time commitment at work and at home. Accident and injury prevention are essential to assuring a safe and healthy life. A variety of physical and chemical hazards can create unsafe conditions at work and in the home. Similar hazards exist in both locations. Safe procedures are the same for similar hazards wherever they are found.

  1. Slips, Trips, and Falls

    • Slips, trips, and falls are the most common injuries in the workplace and the home. A variety of minor injuries, broken bones, and death can result from this type of incident. Uneven, slippery, and obstructed walking surfaces are often the cause for these accidents.

    Electrical Safety

    • Electrical shock is responsible for burns, injuries, and death at work and at home. Electrical circuits should be maintained in good working order. Outlets and switches should be guarded to prevent shorting. Breakers should be shut off before work on electrical equipment or circuits is performed.

    Chemical Safety

    • Chemicals are used for cleaning, as solvents, and for many other important purposes. Chemicals must be handled with care everywhere, and kept away from children at home. It is important to read labels and other safety information to prevent poisoning and avoid unwanted reactions.

    Accident Prevention

    • Accident prevention is critical to effective safety. Good housekeeping is the most effective method of preventing slips, trips, falls, and chemical accidents. Using tools and machinery properly contributes to safety in the workplace and home.

    Hazard Detection

    • Smoke detectors should be installed at work and in the home. Carbon monoxide detectors are important to home safety. Detection equipment for toxic vapors and gases may be required for chemicals found in the workplace.

    Emergency Preparedness

    • Having an emergency response plan is important in the home, as well as in the workplace. Everyone should be aware of what to do and where to go in the event of a fire, a chemical spill, or a weather emergency. First aid supplies should be kept at work and in the home.

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