Safety First Happy New year

 OSHA safety topics include:

Hazard communication

Warehouse operators should create and implement a written Hazard Communication (HazCom) program. Workers who may be exposed to hazardous chemicals should be aware of them and how to protect themselves. 

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment can reduce the risk of serious workplace injuries and illnesses. 

Eye and face protection

Employers must provide eye and face protection, and workers must wear it correctly. 

Hazard identification

Before any work begins, OSHA requires the identification and communication of potential workplace hazards. 

Fall protection

Construction workers may be exposed to serious hazards, such as falling from rooftops, unguarded machinery, and being struck by heavy construction equipment. 

Incident investigation

Specialists and technicians investigate the cause of a workplace safety incident. They analyze data from the incident to recommend improvements to prevent future incidents. 

Exit routes

An exit route is a continuous and unobstructed path of exit travel from any point within a workplace to a place of safety. 

Employers have a responsibility to provide a safe workplace. This includes providing safety training, making sure employees have and use safe tools and equipment, and establishing or updating operating procedures.