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How To Increase Safety Awareness In The Office

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Office safety issues are often covered during employee orientation but given little attention afterward. Once an employee sustains an injury, though, safety will suddenly reemerge as a primary concern. Increased daily awareness of office safety can help prevent injuries, which not only keeps workers safe from harm but also can save the company money. A few simple changes to the ways in which office safety issues are presented can have a substantial impact on employees' awareness of them.



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1.During employee orientation and training, make use of visual aids such as videos, demonstrations and role-playing games to emphasize office safety. Handing out employee handbooks or printed materials about safety issues is fine, but workers may choose not to read them carefully.
2.Display the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) poster titled "Job Safety and Health: It's the Law" in a prominent location instead of a back room or other infrequently used space. Download or order an updated version of the poster at the OSHA website. Sponsored Links Stone Crushing Machines
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3.Place a sign promoting proper ergonomics near each computer workstation. Host quarterly workshops on improving ergonomics and reducing repetitive stress injuries. Include tips about workstation ergonomics in regular e-mail communications or the company's newsletter.

4.Keep materials data safety sheets (MSDS) about every chemical regularly used in the office, including cleaning supplies, These sheets outline the chemical contents of office chemicals, as well as clean-up instructions and health and safety information. Collect the sheets in a binder and display the binder prominently, indicating its location with signs.
5.Hold regular fire drills, emergency drills and drills for severe weather (tornados, hurricanes, earthquakes, etc.) appropriate for your geographic location. The more drills you have, the more comfortable your staff will be using with proper escape routes and following safe evacuation procedures.
6.Assemble a team of volunteers to act as safety officers. Hold meetings and brainstorm ways to keep the office safe and promote office safety awareness. Assign different safety officers to respond to particular kinds of worker concerns and act as watchdogs to uncover potential safety problems.

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