June is #NationalSafetyMonth - a good time to remind ourselves to prepare and practice safety in and out of the work place. Below are some tips and reminders for each week's theme!
Week 1: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Home emergency supply kits should include:
One gallon of water per person per day for at least three days
Three days-worth of nonperishable protein-packed foods you can cook without electricity, such as tuna, peanut butter and granola bars, and don't forget about food for your pets
Can opener
Hand-crank or battery-powered radio with extra batteries
Flashlight with extra batteries
First aid kit with gauze, tape, bandages, antibiotic ointment, aspirin, a blanket, nonlatex gloves, scissors, hydrocortisone, thermometer, tweezers and instant cold compress
Tool kit with basic tools, in case you need to shut off utilities
Hand sanitizer and garbage bags for sanitation
Plastic sheeting and duct tape in case of broken windows or a leaky roof
Whistle to signal for help so rescuers can locate you
Vehicle emergency supply kits should include:
A properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and tripod jack
Jumper cables
Tool kit and/or a multipurpose utility tool
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit with gauze, tape, bandages, antibiotic ointment, aspirin, a blanket, nonlatex gloves, scissors, hydrocortisone, thermometer, tweezers and instant cold compress
Nonperishable, high-energy foods, such as unsalted nuts, dried fruits and hard candy
Drinking water
Car charger for your cell phone
Windshield washer fluid
Warm clothing
Blankets
Learn more about emergency preparedness here.
Week 2: SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS
Ladder Safety:
Pick the right ladder
Inspect before use
Go (3 feet) above and beyond
Maintain three points of contact
Monitor the weather
Make a space
Secure during transport and when storing
OSHA's Standard: Employers must ensure all places of employment, passageways, storerooms, service rooms and walking-working surfaces are kept in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition.
NIOSH recommends that workers wear slip-resistant shoes that are also resistant to oil, chemicals and heat.
Learn more about slips, trips and falls here.
Week 3: HEAT-RELATED ILLNESS Summer Safety:
Wear sunscreen and light clothing to protect your skin from harmful UV rays
Drink plenty of water! The average adult needs at least 64 ounces of water per day
Know the signs of emergencies, such as heat cramps, heat stroke and heat exhaustion!
Take breaks in the shade when possible, and remove any outer gear you may be wearing
Be mindful of your pets and animals! Bring them inside and/or provide shade with plenty of water
Learn more about heat-related illness here.
Week 4: HAZARD RECOGNITION
Learn more about hazard recognition here.
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