Uncover Potential Accidents Before They Happen

Think Ahead

Take time to look for and identify hazards. All day, no matter what you're doing, think about:

• What you're working with

• What you'll be doing

• Where you'll be walking

• What could go wrong

Stay Alert

Train yourself to:

• Give your work your full attention.

• Avoid becoming complacent or taking shortcuts, no matter how many times you've done a job or how many years experience you have.

• Inspect your work area, materials, and equipment for safety each day before you begin working.

• Be constantly aware of possible hazards.

• Be prepared to avoid trouble at any time.

Ask Questions

Check things out with your supervisor when:

• You're dealing with a new substance or procedure.

• Something seems wrong, but you're not sure what.

Take Action

Take responsibility for your safety:

• Use the proper PPE.

• Follow all safety rules.

• Keep your work area neat and safe.

• Fix any problem you're trained to handle.

• Report hazards you can't correct yourself to your supervisor.