Good day my people, I rejoice with you in this new month of November. I wish you Accident-free month!

Here we are again this week, still on the journey of learning 'ACCIDENT'.Last time we discussed 'Potential Accidents in a workplace'. This week it's basically preventive measures for workplace accidents. Note that below preventive measures are just tips of the iceberg from what I've learnt so far on how to prevent accident in a workplace. But it's pertinent to take note of these Ten ways to prevent accidents in a workplace;
1. Education&Training: Employees must be provided with Safety training, forget the fact that they obtained safety certification before employment. They must be retrained, do not forget to educate them on potential hazards at work too.
2. Utilize PPE: Fine you've been trained and educated but the first action against accident in your workplace is to wear your full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Examples are; Longsleeve-lightweight shirts, widebrim hard hats,gloves,goggles, coveralls, Safety boots etc.
3. Maintain a clean and safe environment; Debris must not be around walkway,floor as it may cause slip and fall.
4.Follow instruction while using equipment; Each equipment you're using has the way and how to use it. Do not guess, do not take shortcut.
5.Carry out Risk Assessments before embarking on a project. It helps identifying potential risks and how not to fall victims.
6. Do not enter a confine place without work permit; Enter a confine place only if you have a permit to work there, don't risk it.
7.Employee should immediately communicate any risk situation they notice; This would help in or preventing any potential accidents. Don't keep silent,if you see something, say something!
8.Proper maintenance of equipment and tools;Take note of corrosion and obsolete equipment, do the necessary things to replace them or oil those that require oiling.
9.Illumination: Ensure your workplace is bright, put on good white bulb everywhere and turn it on when necessary, do not agree to work in a dark place or in a slightly dark area.
10. Strict enforcement and timely review of HSE laws. This is important, Management must ensure this is timely done.
Accident can be prevented once we are committed to a safe workplace.
SAFETY ONLY!
HAVE A GOOD DAY.

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