April showers will bring May’s flowers,” but it can also bring about many hazardous safety conditions. It’s imperative that steps to reduce or prevent potential weather-related injuries be addressed prior to the season beginning. March is an excellent time for employers to reanalyze their current safety regulations and update their accident prevention guidelines. With over one million American’s suffering from a slip, trip or fall every year it would be prudent to ensure that training, diligence, and safety equipment review are at the top of your agenda this season. Here are a few tips to help you through Spring’s slick conditions.
Don’t let the rain sneak up on you– The beginning of spring is notoriously rainy, and with that comes increased odds for accidents which could be avoided. When wet conditions are in the forecast, direct work trucks to areas of the work site that contain minimal mud or have cleaning systems in place to ensure vehicles are not depositing debris onto the roads. In addition to the possible prevention of roadway accidents, it will keep a cleaner condition on your worksite.
Keep it Clean– Significantly reduce safety hazards by simply keeping your job site clean. This one simple habit can significantly reduce potential accidents such as stepping on nails, tripping over loose boards and exposure to toxic chemicals. A good housekeeping program is one way you can reduce costs and save time.
Eyes in the sky– Lightning strikes injure nearly 240,000 people per year. So, if your job site contains heavy equipment such as cranes, steel frames and any other equipment that could be a conductor for electricity, make sure your workers are nowhere near the potential threat. Suspend all activities surrounding the work site and make sure workers have ample time to seek shelter. You may also want to take into consideration that outdoor areas with metal objects such as fences, bleachers and power poles are not considered “safe” shelters. Educating employees on the importance of lightning safety and having a lightning safety warning program within your company, will only increase your chances of completing the job timely and without an impact to your bottom line.
There is no shortage of ways that you can keep your job site safe and secure. Presco offers a wide variety of durable, weather resistant and customizable products for many different industries. Give us a call at 1-800-527-3295 and find out how our long-lasting line of products can benefit your business.