Monday, June 11, 2012

Proper Training and Equipment Can Limit Workplace Mishaps

As a business owner you want to keep your operating costs as low as possible to maximize your profits. Profitability should not be the only goal in mind though ? workplace safety should not be sacrificed. The U.S. Department of Labor receives millions of workplace injuries that are reported by businesses every year. Employers should do what they can to minimize any risks that could result in on-the-job worker injuries. One step that business can take is to make sure they supply employees with the right type of equipment. People have the gift of ingenuity, and will typically find a way to use available resources to perform a task. Human ingenuity is a double-edged sword however ? solutions with the best intent can backfire if not fully thought out. There are many incorrect ways, for instance, to let employees and customers know about hazardous conditions, work in an elevated position, use cleaning supplies, store waste and transport heavy items. Proper solutions to such common equipment and supply needs can be found by searching the Internet (i.e. scaffold). In addition to getting the right equipment, a business will want employees to be properly trained. New business processes and employee turnover are common reasons to ensure training processes are in place. Employees have a greater rate of productivity performing their duties when given the right training. If you are unsure of how to locate a provider, you can start by contacting an applicable industry trade association. Modifying your Internet search accordingly (i.e. ?employee safety training?, ?OSHA education?) can provide options. Just remember that workplace-related lawsuits are often more expensive than proper training for your employees.

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