Public Speaking
Module One: Getting Started
Those who are in management are responsible for protecting the safety of their employees. Workplace safety, however, is the responsibility of everyone in an organization. Companies have legal obligations to meet certain safety requirements, but many go further than the minimum obligations.
Safety is something that happens between your ears, not something you hold in your hands. Jeff Cooper
Workshop Objectives
Define workplace safety
Create a safety plan
Develop training procedures
Module Two: An Overview Workplace safety is a legal obligation for all organizations. The Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1970 led to further safety requirements in different industries. OSHA is a federal agency that oversees employee safety on a federal level, but there may be tighter state legislation.
The safety of the people shall be the highest law. Cicero
Work Safety and Health Legislations
Legally guarantee d
Protect workers
Known hazards
Roles & Duties
Inform employees Perform tests Record illness and injuries
Safety Planning
Analysis: Identify and get rid of any hazards Involvement: Employees and managers Maintenance: Keep equipment maintained Training: Train employees in safety
Module Two: Review Questions 1. Employees are legally guaranteed a safe work environment? a) True b) False
2. If hazardous working conditions are discovered, an employer only has to provide protective gear? c) True d) False
3. There are four fundamental areas of an effective safety plan, Analysis, Involvement, Maintenance, and ________? a) b) c) d)
Auditing Training Transferring Syncing
Module Two: Review Questions 1. Employees are legally guaranteed a safe work environment? a) True b) False
2. If hazardous working conditions are discovered, an employer only has to provide protective gear? c) True d) False
3. There are four fundamental areas of an effective safety plan, Analysis, Involvement, Maintenance, and ________? a) b) c) d)
Auditing Training Transferring Syncing
Module Three: Types of Hazards Keeping a safe workplace requires employers to identify and deal with hazards. Each industry has its own set of hazards, but there are workplace hazards that are common across organizations. The hazards in this module are examples of typical hazards. By identifying and anticipating hazards, employers can prevent injuries and keep employees safe.
A danger foreseen is half avoided. Proverb
Computer Workstations
Repetitive motion
Neutral position
Monitor is eye level
Chair support
Ergonomics Ergonomics can increase productivity while decreasing injuries Bend from the knees
Keep weight evenly distributed
Fire Prevention Clean and clear of debris Safety equipment is in working order Keep fire doors closed Implement an evacuation plan
Fitness & Wellness Keep healthy snacks at the office
Support smoking cessation programs Promote nutrition and weight loss programs
Heat Stress
Water
Rest in cool locations
Appropriate clothing
Stress
Eat well Exercise Prioritize
Violence Screening: Use background checks Security: Implement a security protocol Balance: Promote work and life balance
Module Three: Review Questions 1. When setting up a computer workstation what should the top of the monitor be in line with?
3. A healthy and less stressed employee will be more productive and take fewer sick days?
a) b) c) d)
a) True b) False
Shoulders Eyes Chest Chin
2. The proper use ergonomics will decrease productivity and injuries? e) True f) False
4. Workplace violence accounts for what percentage of work related deaths? c) d) e) f)
75% 50% 25% 10%
Module Three: Review Questions 1. When setting up a computer workstation what should the top of the monitor be in line with?
3. A healthy and less stressed employee will be more productive and take fewer sick days?
a) b) c) d)
a) True b) False
Shoulders Eyes Chest Chin
2. The proper use ergonomics will decrease productivity and injuries? e) True f) False
4. Workplace violence accounts for what percentage of work related deaths? c) d) e) f)
75% 50% 25% 10%