Safety Procedures For Office Workers
Though the office is not commonly associated with danger or risk, accidents and injuries occur. If a fire breaks out, or another unforeseen occurrence, it is crucial for everyone to know what to do. Security is also a concern at certain firms. A wise company is prepared for all contingencies, with established safety procedures regarding work tasks, the physical environment, security and emergencies.
Work Task Procedures
• Through repetitive motions like typing, many are susceptible to cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs). Some examples are carpel tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and trigger finger. To help avoid CTDs, companies could mandate hourly 10-minute breaks and also provide ergonomic chairs, keyboard wrist pads and safety training on lifting.
Physical Office Procedures
• Physical features like layout, temperature, lighting and ventilation may be the source of ailments and injuries for some. Accidents and injuries could result from running into an open drawer, tripping over a cord or more. Thus, management or HR can establish policies governing all aspects--from storage procedures to electrical devices. Also, they can make necessary physical changes like having thermostats locked at pre-set temperatures.
Emergency Procedures
• Some companies have established safety procedures regarding daily activities, but have not planned for emergencies like fires, natural disasters and evacuations. They must map out escape routes and ensure all departments understand where to go and what to do. Some companies hold emergency drills to build preparedness.
Security Procedures
• Security procedures prevent violence, theft and computer viruses. Some companies provide security personnel to protect employees and prevent unwanted visitors from gaining entry. Other companies utilize identification badges or keypads on locked doors. Many require passwords to access the company Intranet to prevent hacking; they also place Internet blocks on certain websites to prevent computer viruses that corrupt or compromise sensitive data.
Work Task Procedures
• Through repetitive motions like typing, many are susceptible to cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs). Some examples are carpel tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and trigger finger. To help avoid CTDs, companies could mandate hourly 10-minute breaks and also provide ergonomic chairs, keyboard wrist pads and safety training on lifting.
Physical Office Procedures
• Physical features like layout, temperature, lighting and ventilation may be the source of ailments and injuries for some. Accidents and injuries could result from running into an open drawer, tripping over a cord or more. Thus, management or HR can establish policies governing all aspects--from storage procedures to electrical devices. Also, they can make necessary physical changes like having thermostats locked at pre-set temperatures.
Emergency Procedures
• Some companies have established safety procedures regarding daily activities, but have not planned for emergencies like fires, natural disasters and evacuations. They must map out escape routes and ensure all departments understand where to go and what to do. Some companies hold emergency drills to build preparedness.
Security Procedures
• Security procedures prevent violence, theft and computer viruses. Some companies provide security personnel to protect employees and prevent unwanted visitors from gaining entry. Other companies utilize identification badges or keypads on locked doors. Many require passwords to access the company Intranet to prevent hacking; they also place Internet blocks on certain websites to prevent computer viruses that corrupt or compromise sensitive data.
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