9 Safety Tactics You Can Implement on the Job

Article by Lindsay CleghornWeve said it before, and well say it again. When it comes to safety you can never be too careful. Safety tactics should always be evolving to meet the new codes and compliances as well as enhance your safety standards. Check out these tips and reminders to help you keep your codes up to speed:

Identify Hazards in the Workplace

Make an effort to identify whats broken. Research safety standards and do regular walkthroughs of your facility, and talk with your employees to see what they view as an issue or what they think needs fixed.

Create a Safety Checklist

Create a safety checklist and make it available to EVERYONE. Dont forget to refer to it, refine it, and repost it.

Solicit Employee feedback

It comes as no surprise that workers on the front line will have more insight as to what needs to be done to improve work safetyprograms. All they need is an opportunity to say what they need without fear of judgement or repercussions from people of authority.

Update your Signage

Do safety posters and warning signs work? Yes...if theyre current and relevant. Does this mean its time to trash the faded, coffee-stained posters that have been hanging by one thumbtack in the break room since Nixon was in office? Yes, yes it does.

Hold Monthly Inspections

When it comes to inspections, positive reinforcement is typically the best way to go when it comes to giving feedback to employees. Inspections should involve praise and rewards for everything being done right, with limited punishment for mistakes.

Implement New Hire Orientations

Your new employees need more than just a handbook that contains the general outline of safety procedures. Explain incentives that are offered and offer real-life examples of how attention to safety has made a difference for the company and to the employees that work there.

Educate your Employees

Whether it's printed newsletters, e-blasts, break room flyers, texts or monthly meetings, keep safety in the forefront of every employee's mind and keep them informed of any safety changes that may affect their safety procedures.

Constantly Refine your Standards

Your mantra for your safety standards should sounds something like this: Refer to it, Refine it, and Repost it! Your safety program should always be evolving. Establish procedures and check-ins and recreate your culture as needed.

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