THE RELEVANCE OF SAFETY EDUCATION

BEHAVIOR-BASED SAFETY   Behavior can be defined as any directly measurable thing that a person does, including speaking, acting, and performing physical functions.   It is basically what you do as a result of attitudes developed overtime. For instance driving a car, writing a poem, singing are all acts done as a result of a specific behavioral pattern. Human behavior can be observed and is also measurable, therefore behavior can be managed.                                                                    People work a certain way or perform their job task based on the way they behave.                                                                                                                                                           Even though implementing safety programs is good, I believe more emphasis ought to be placed on finding out why employees work a certain way. Are the safety and health programs having a long term positive impact on the mindsets of employees towa

OFFICE SAFETY TIPS. Office safety is very essential in today's world. Not only is it essential but it is also very important to be aware of several safety rules and regulations as this could hamper the smooth functioning of your office. This article presents several tips for ensuring that you and your employees have a safe working environment. Safety in the Workplace Workplace safety involves making arrangements so as to avoid accidents. At the same time, it also involves being alert to certain hazards and having knowledge about the measures used to overcome them. For e.g., it is essential to make arrangements to avoid fire; and at the same time, people should be aware of the measures taken to escape in case of fire. The best course of action is to plan ahead for all kinds of emergencies. Think fire, think electric shock - absolutely anything and everything that you can think about. Make a list of all these emergencies. Based on this list, make another list of things yo

SAFE LIFTING Welcome, this is Goke Akingbade(your Safety Guide). Today we will be discussing about how to lift heavy objects safely or what is known as Back safety. Firstly , we need to get to know about our backs. KNOWING ABOUT YOUR BACK .                                                                                                                                               Your back is made up of vertebrae, discs, nerves and muscles. Vertebrae refers to small bones joined together to make up the spinal cord. The basic functions of the spine are:                                                                                                              (1).Providing support.                                                                                                                                                (2).Protecting the spinal cord.                                                                                                                              

10 Easy Ways to Reduce Workplace Injuries. Computer usage is common by a substantial part of the working environment. There are numerous ways to reduce computer-related health injuries, by observing safety measures to counter injuries caused by the office environment. Occupational safety measures recommend healthy use of computers so as to lessen the negative impact on human health. Health problems caused by exposure to computers occur through cumulative trauma disorders connected with prolonged use of machines. Here are 10 easy steps to do ensure a healthy work environment: 1.You need to adjust the location of work and the angle of the machine in such a way that your body continuously maintains an unstrained and comfortable position. Your arms, forearms and shoulders should be fully relaxed. 2.Counter the effect of carpal tunnel syndrome of the wrist and hand by relieving yourself of the mouse and keyboard from time to time. Take breaks to let your fingers relax and enjoy

March 1st, 2013 Office & House Keeping Safety. You are welcome to March, the third month of 2013. I hope you have been able to actualise some of your goals for the year? We are goingt to consider hosekeeping as it relates to our workplaces.          House keeping is a major issue when it comes to safety in the workplace. Too often hazards are purposely overlooked due to a “that’s not my job” or “I didn’t do it – let someone else fix it” mentality. The truth is, daily trips, slips, falls, and cuts are often outcomes from poor House Keeping. And the scarey thing is the statistic that slips and falls rank as the second leading cause of accidental deaths of 45 to 75 year olds. Not only is House Keeping important to you and your workmates, but also to your family, friends, and clients who visit your workplace. Floor                                                                                                                                                Good housekeep