How do you ensure the safety and security of a workplace and its employees?

Where do you start?

As the person managing the workplace, a procurement officer or a Human resource manager, you need to have all the basic requirements covered before digging in deeper into certain safety measures. The company designates a team to handle the organization when it comes to making the workplace safe for the employees. This concerns more than just fire exits and traffic of people. They deal with the activities of their employees inside the building.

With these eight safety tips, the workplace would be a better place for both the management and the employees.

Safety Tips for Employees and Workplace Perusal

• Educate the people.                                                                                                                           The safety of the people relies on how they are well-educated when it comes to proper procedures when a dangerous situation occurs. The workplace should have a board with all the safety requirements and measures the employees should be aware of. This gesture seems simple but is effective. Some employers conduct workplace safety training to encourage and educate their employees to follow safety procedures.

• Ensure that all Communication Lines are Reachable.
  To maintain safe working, be wary of the communication lines. This will give the employees and the management a better means of communication in case of accidents and injuries. Moreover, reachable communication lines is a better way of calling help and providing immediate medical attention.
• Be Wary of Your Surroundings
  During working hours, be observant when it comes to any unusual activities happening inside the workplace. When you notice something that could put someone’s life in danger, inform the people surrounding you. It would also be best to inform your attending supervisor about the situation. The management is responsible for the safety and security of the employees within the working environment.
• Take Regular Breaks
  Strenuous activities can cause over-fatigue and a gradual weakening of the muscles. Regular breaks are the best time for the body to rehydrate and regain lost energy. It will alleviate the chances of getting into an accident as caused by fainting. You will never know when you will faint. What if it is at a high and open environment? It’s really hard to tell. When your body is taken for granted because of excessive workload, there is a high probability of being unconscious.
• Prevent Possible Cause of Slipping or Tripping
  In the working environment, one of the causes of minor injuries is spills. This causes the employees to accidentally slip or trip. It may seem a simple cause yet injuries vary depending on the surrounding environment. If there are any spills present, it would be best to have them cleaned immediately. Apart from spills, uneven flooring, holes, and loose boards can also cause tripping. This is why maintenance personnel signals if there is a hazard or they place the wet floor sign to alert the people.
• Don’t Go to Work Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs
  When going to work, you have to keep a straight and focused mind to accomplish all the required tasks of the day. Going to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not just greatly affect your performance but also your safety within the working environment. What if you passed out due to being too drunk or being too high? You can never tell where you will be falling and what objects will you be hitting. It would be best to stay sober before going to work.
• Ensure that Control Machines are Maintained Regularly
  The control machine and equipment are usually found in the utility, plumbing, and electrical room. They manage the distribution of water and electricity throughout the building. Since they cater to a large number of people, it is highly recommended that they are well-maintained. Poor maintenance of equipment can cause malfunctioning and unwanted power outages.
• Keep Emergency Exits Free from Obstruction
  Follow proper procedures when an unwanted situation occurs. In case of fire or earthquake, emergency exits should be clear and free from obstruction. Employees are educated with safety procedures in case of an emergency like the flow of people in a particular fire exit. They plan the flow of people to prevent unwanted traffic in case of an emergency. This a more organized way of keeping all the people within the vicinity safe.
• Beware of Falling Objects
  Stacked boxes and loose screws are the primary cause of most head injuries inside the working environment. The people within the area should be sensitive when it comes to storing and maintaining. These boxes should be kept in a place where people don’t usually pass by. When they are bumped into, no matter how heavy it is, it can fall and end up hitting your head or other body parts.

Conclusion
Keeping employees safe does not just focus on emergency matters. It also focuses on the affecting factors which affect the safety of the employees within the working environment. These factors may seem simple but it can cause major and minor injuries. Creating a safe working environment for the employees and gain their trust knowing that their performance is not the only thing considered.

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