How to Prevent Workplace Accidents???

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How to Prevent Workplace Accidents???

Accidents occur for many reasons. Understanding why an accident happens is the first step in prevention. 

Unsafe acts cause four times as many accidents and injuries as unsafe conditions. This list will cover seven behaviors that can cause workplace accidents.

1. Over Confidence: Having confidence is a good thing but being over confident can be dangerous. Thinking "it can never happen to me" is an attitude that can lead to improper procedures or methods used while working.

2. Ignoring Safety Procedures: Failing to observe safety procedures can endanger all workers. Rules and procedures are in place for a reason and it's important for them to be followed. Having a casual attitude about safety rules leads to danger.

3. Shortcuts: As we try to be more efficient we tend to take shortcuts that can lead to unsafe conditions and increased chances for injuries. Will implementing a time-saving idea compromise safety? Is it worth it?

4. Not having complete instructions when starting a task: Many times a worker will be shy or intimidated about asking for better instructions and will just try to "wing it" instead of knowing exactly how to do things correctly. New employee training is a must to prevent accidents. Don't just assume that everyone knows how to do his or her job correctly.

5. Poor Housekeeping: A well maintained work area sets a standard for all. Poor housekeeping creates all types of hazards and sets the stage for accidents. Good housekeeping encourages pride and a safe environment.

6. Mental Distractions: Doing a task safely requires mental attention. Things that distract a person from work creates a hazard and can pull focus away from tasks at hand. It's important to stay focused and leave problems at home. Even casual conversations can be distracting.

7. Pre-Planning: Not thinking through a process to complete a task can be a hazard. Being hasty and just starting on a job without giving a thought to what how to go about it can be asking for problems. Remember the saying, "Plan Your Work and Work Your Plan."

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