Safety - Off the Job!

Week 6 Health and Safety Tip
Don’t think you can let your guard down just because you punched out. Safety issues are a 24/7 Concern - Keep Your Guard Up.
In fact, studies have shown that you are more likely to get injured off the job. Approximately 70 percent of all deaths and more than 55 percent of all injuries happen away from work. Home-related accidents account for an estimated 20,000 deaths and 25 million injuries annually.
-Do you follow proper safety procedures at home?
-Are you using the proper tools and equipment?
-Do you wear PPE at home? You only have two eyes – wear those safety glasses (and your other PPE too!
Physical/emotional suffering causes immeasurable grief to loved ones
Grief often leads to anger, blame and stress which can wreck a marriage
Your family needs you to stay healthy, so work safely on and off the job.
Motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of the accidents and injuries. Too many people are trying to multi-task while driving; many drivers are fatigued; some drivers are under the influence. Driving is serious business and you should drive defensively. Bottom Line: When you drive – Just Drive! Teach your children to take the responsibility of driving seriously and Never, Never Drink and Drive!

Around the house falls are the number 1 cause of injury and death. Use fall protection, buy or rent a good ladder when you need one; if you have small kids put up the kiddie gates and Keep an Eye on Them – They are what’s important! Fires are also a concern – are your smoke detectors (and carbon monoxide detectors) working. Have kids – have a fire drill and an escape plan.
Have a pool (or five gallon buckets around) beware of drowning concerns. Poisoning (chemicals, cleaners, medications) is another concern with small kids in the house. Make sure babysitters stay off the cell and focus on watching your children when you are away!
Safety is a way of life – Take control of your life; be a Safety Leader 24/7