1.6 million traffic accidents are caused by…
An estimated 1.6 million traffic accidents are caused each year by distracted driving. That’s 28% of all accidents that could be avoided. Don’t talk on the phone, text, or engage in any other activity while driving.
3 steps to stay healthy…
Have your employees follow these simple hand and health steps:
Wash your hands when they are dirty and before you eat
Don’t cough into your hands – use your elbow
Don’t sneeze into your hands – use your elbow
Have stairs?…
Keep stairways clean and free from debris.
Be safe, hold on…
Handrails on your stairs should be checked regularly to ensure they’re sturdy and secure.
Check your fire extinguisher…
Every month you should check your company’s fire extinguishers to verify that they’re operational. They need to be serviced annually by a licensed contractor.
Yellow light. Red Light…
Yellow flashing lights on a school bus means the bus is stopping. Red flashing lights mean the bus is stopped and children are actively getting on or off the bus.
Have carpet or mats?...
Inspect your mats, carpets, and other flooring for rips and damage that could be a tripping hazard. If you find a problem, repair or replace it immediately.
Parking lot safety starts with stops...
Paint car stops in your parking lot with high visibility paint so customers can see them easily.
What’s in your window?…
Clear valuable products from window displays before you close your business each day.
Glass door safety…
All glass doors should have discernible objects in place to prevent patrons from walking into the glass.
A bright idea…
Well-lit parking lots and alleys discourage burglars and help keep your customers safe.
Who is counting?…
Your cash control procedures are critical. Have two people count the daily receipts together and then have a third person verify the count. And stagger your daily or weekly trips to the bank to make deposits.
The key to key control…
Keeping a log of employees who have keys and access cards to your building is critical to protecting your property.
20% of fires are caused by…
Trash fires are the cause of 20% of non-residential structure fires.
Every 15 minutes you should…
Employees working outside in the heat should drink water every 15 minutes. Read more about preventing heat illness on the OSHA Website.
Plan. Provide. Train…
The three steps to preventing falls are: Plan. Provide. Train. Read more about fall prevention on the OSHA Website.
What’s your pallet plan?...
Wooden pallets can be significant fire hazards. Remove them from your building and store them at least 50 feet away from exterior building walls.
3 seconds…
Always stay 3 seconds behind the vehicle in front of you when you’re traveling 40 mph. The heavier your vehicle, the faster you are going, and the worse the weather – the more you need to increase the time between vehicles.