The work place should always be a safe place to spend the
day. From the minute we walk in the door
to when we walk out at the end of a shift or work day, we should be confident that
no harm will come to us. However, this
is not the case with some professions and work places.
A recent report states that, on average, there are 13
workers fatally injured and more than 10,000 hurt or made ill every day in
2014. The same report notes that 50,000 workers die from chronic occupational
diseases each year. Yet, most of these are preventable, Enterprises TV believes.
Employers are responsible for the safety and welfare of
their employees, no matter the job. If workers are exposed to noxious fumes
during the work day, the employer must provide a mask and other protective gear
to prevent the employee from becoming ill.
The same is expected from offices.
Employees working in rooms where noise is constant need protective ear
gear to prevent hearing loss, migraines and other ill effects. Leaking sinks and toilets should be repaired
as soon as possible as the puddles on the floor can cause slips, falls and
injuries. Broken chairs, wobbly desks,
poor lighting, open file cabinet drawers –these can also cause work place
injuries. Fix or throw out broken office
furniture. Replace burnt out light bulbs. Close all file cabinet drawers when
done.
Enterprises TV encourages employers and employees to work
together to make the workplace safe. Be aware of the hazards and find effective
ways to prevent them. Don’t cut corners
when it comes to workplace safety. Every person is valuable to the business.
Every person is entitled to a safe workplace.
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