We have often heard of the “Daily Dozen” regarding proper exercise and maintaining good health. The “Daily Dozen” has a counterpart known as the “Deadly Dozen,” ideally applicable to safety on the job, and which also has an important bearing on health and welfare. What we are describing are the...
We have often heard of the “Daily Dozen” regarding proper exercise and maintaining good health, The “Daily Dozen” has a counterpart known as the “Deadly Dozen,” ideally applicable to safety on the job, and which also has an important bearing on health and welfare. The causes of accidents are classified...
Preventing Accidents – Unsafe Acts Consider this statistic: 80 out of every 100 accidents are the fault of the person involved in the incident. By avoiding unsafe acts and practicing common sense, your work will go smoother, with less chance for accidents. Unsafe Acts: Unauthorized use or operation of equipment;...
Preventing Accidents – Unsafe Acts Consider this statistic: 80 out of every 100 accidents are the fault of the person involved in the incident. Unsafe acts cause four times as many accidents and injuries as unsafe conditions. Accidents occur for many reasons. In most industries people tend to look for...
Preventing Accidents – Unsafe Acts Consider this statistic: 80 out of every 100 accidents are the fault of the person involved in the incident. Unsafe acts cause four times as many accidents and injuries as unsafe conditions. Accidents occur for many reasons. In most industries people tend to look for...
The Deadly Dozen We have often heard of the “Daily Dozen” with regard to proper exercise and maintaining good health. The “Daily Dozen” has a counterpart known as the “Deadly Dozen,” an idea applicable to safety on the job, and which also has an important bearing on health and welfare....
The Deadly Dozen Unsafe Acts: Unauthorized use or operation of equipment; Failure to secure or tie down materials to prevent unexpected movement; Working or operating equipment too fast; Failure to issue warnings or signals as required; Using defective tools or equipment; Removing guards; Improperly using tools or equipment; Standing in an...
Accident Prevention Consider this statistic: 80 out of every 100 accidents are the fault of the person involved in the incident. Unsafe acts cause four times as many accidents & injuries as unsafe conditions. Accidents occur for many reasons. In most industries people tend to look for “things” to blame...
Accident Prevention Consider this statistic: 80 out of every 100 accidents are the fault of the person involved in the incident. Although employers are required by law to provide a safe and healthful workplace, it is up to you to be aware of your work environment and follow safe work...