6 Simple Steps to Safety

Posted on April 28th 2022 by Paul Ellis - Marketing & Business Development Manager.

6 Simple Steps to Safety

Today we recognise World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The annual awareness day promotes the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. The day shines a spotlight on the magnitude of the problem and the importance of creating a safety and health culture to help reduce the number of work-related deaths and injuries.

To help raise awareness of World Day for Safety and Health at Work QMP has created a guide to keeping you safe at work. Here are six simple health and safety tips for your workplace.

View our 6 Simple Steps to Safety Guide

Use correct Safety Wear

PPE should always be used when appropriate to ensure a task is completed safely. This can include safety goggles, gloves, earplugs and hard hats.

Reduce workplace stress

Stress can have an impact on your safety in the workplace as you may be more prone to mistakes and misjudgement. Find ways to reduce stress before it becomes a problem.

Keep good posture

Ensuring you maintain good posture when you are standing or sitting is not only good for your health, it can also increase productivity and help you work more efficiently.

Take regular breaks

Make sure you take your breaks, they are there for a reason. Breaks help you relax, regain focus and they also help prevent fatigue as accidents are more likely to happen if you are tired.

Know your surroundings

Do you know the environment you work in and are you aware of potential hazards? Familiarise yourself with your surroundings to remain aware of possible safety risks.

Report unsafe conditions

If you are aware of something in the workplace that could cause a hazard report this to a supervisor. The earlier this is reported the quicker the issue can be rectified to ensure no one is harmed.

What can you do?

So what more can your organisation do to protect employees in your operation and raise awareness of safety and health in the workplace? Click the link below to find out more about World Day for Safety and Health at Work.

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