Safety Tip for Week 43

Why is Safety such a tough sell?
O.K., we gave you the PPE, yet some employees don't always where it…why is that?
The personal protective equipment is purchased to help keep you safe. It can only work when it is used properly.
When you see a co-worker not wearing his/her PPE please remind them that they need it. They may get mad but they'll get over it.
Pre-shift equipment inspections are required to ensure that the equipment is safe to operate, yet some employees pencil whip them…why? We pay you to conduct a thorough inspection. Please take these inspections seriously - document and report deficiencies, immediately!
Supervisors may be responsible for documenting Workplace Inspections but employees should never just walk by a safety hazard. Everyone is responsible for ensuring that their workplace is free of recognized hazards. When you see an unsafe condition address it or report it on the spot. See an unsafe act, intervene immediately!
Supervisors have to make field decisions daily…some put production first, others take risks that they wouldn't let their subordinates take…why is that? The message should be clear, Safety cannot be compromised. If it is unsafe for a worker it is unsafe for the supervisor too! Take all safety concerns seriously and address them in a timely fashion. And contact a manager if you have any questions.
Buy into the Safety Program because it takes all of us working together, everyday, to be successful!

Safety means getting home at the end of the shift, everyday…please do your part and Stay SAFE!
Thank you!!!

Safety Wayne