When we think about all of the hazards that exist in our workplace, many of them probably come before poor
housekeeping. However, poor housekeeping is a major factor in a wide variety of accidents and injuries.
Here are some general categories of housekeeping issues that
we should be aware of:
Slip, Trip and Fall Hazards:
Anything that is lying on the floor that does not have to be there must be removed.
Statistics show that the majority of falls are on the same floor level, and are the result of slipping
or tripping over something on the walking surface.
Slips, trips and falls account for nearly
25 percent of all workers' compensation claims.
Chemical Hazards:
Chemical containers can spill or leak. Aside from potential exposure hazards, this can also create a slipping
hazard. Always close chemical containers and return them to their proper storage place.
Failure
to store chemicals in proper containers and in proper conditions can create fire and explosion hazards. Also allowing dirt
or grease to build up on power tools or machinery can impact productivity, and could cause an accident, or a possible
fire.
Electrical Hazards:
A wet work area is not a good place for
electrical cords or tools to be lying around. In addition, electrical
cords should never be left near hot surfaces or objects.
Contact Hazards:
Tools must be stored properly between uses. Anything that can bump someone or that someone can bump into,
is a hazard that must be corrected.
Hand
Hazards:
Be sure to put tools away properly after every use. Look for other hand hazards, such as splinters
and rough surfaces, and report them.
Eliminating
housekeeping hazards is sometimes a matter of being creative. Everyone must keep his or her eyes open, and be aware and alert
of their surroundings, while walking through any work environment. They must also think about the many
possibilities of how things might go wrong, as a result of poor housekeeping.
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