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So much has been said and written about safety that the subject can be deadly. After all, what can be said that has not already been heard before?
Here is a different approach that could be useful. Consider five priorities for controlling workplace safety:
Priority 1: Eliminate the source of the hazard. For example, if the floor of your warehouse has cracks or pot holes, fix them.
Priority 2: Use available technology to reduce the risks. For example, locking devices will prevent accidental movement of a highway trailer.
Priority 3: Install effective signage. Workers need to be reminded of those hazards that always exist.
Priority 4: Don't neglect training. Accidents often happen to senior skilled workers who have lost their sensitivity to hazards.
Priority 5: Be sure that personal protection tools are used. Work gloves, hard hats and reinforced shoes are just a few.
If your safety program always address hazards in the sequence shown above, the system will attract more attention and therefore get better results.
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