Workplace Safety in Industrial Manufacturing : Daily Practices and Tips

Industrial Manufacturing: 10 Tips for Daily Safety in the Workplace

1.       Inform Supervisors of Unsafe Conditions

2.       Use Equipment, Machines, and Tools Properly

3.       Wear Safety Equipment (PPE)

4.       Prevent Slips and Trips

5.       Keep Work Areas and Emergency Exits Clear

6.       Eliminate Fire Hazards

7.       Avoid Tracking Hazardous Materials

8.       Prevent Objects from Falling

9.       Use Correct Posture when Lifting

10.     Take Work Breaks From Time to Time

 

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1. Inform Supervisors of Unsafe Conditions

If you see something that could potentially hurt someone, remove the object or clean the area if you can do so safely. Otherwise, inform your supervisor. Since your supervisor is legally obligated to keep you and your fellow employees’ working environment safe, they must take action.

2. Use Equipment, Machines, and Tools Properly

Misusing tools and machines is the most prevalent cause of workplace injuries. When using equipment, make sure that you are using each piece of equipment for its intended purpose and are using it correctly. Furthermore, regularly clean and inspect equipment to ensure that it is safe.

3. Wear Safety Equipment (PPE) 

When cleaning up messes and using equipment, make sure you wear the proper safety equipment. Making sure you wear the proper safety equipment and checking that your safety equipment is undamaged significantly lowers your likelihood of getting injured.

4. Prevent Slips and Trips

As the second most prevalent cause of nonfatal occupational injuries, it is vital to ensure that aisles are clear and spills are cleaned to prevent employees from tripping or slipping. If you are dealing with a liquid, use drip pans and guards. Clean up any spills immediately to keep conditions safe. Also, check your workplace to make sure there are no holes, loose boards, or nails projecting from the floor. If any of these characteristics exist, replace the damaged flooring. In areas that cannot easily be cleaned, consider installing anti-slip flooring. 

5. Keep Work Areas and Emergency Exits Clear

Make sure to remove any clutter blocking emergency exits, equipment shutoffs, and areas that you are working. A cluttered work area can lead to not having enough space to use tools and pick up heavy objects properly. Furthermore, if an exit is obstructed, you may not be able to quickly escape if an emergency occurs. Placing equipment in proper storage areas after use will help keep the work area and emergency exits clear. 

6. Eliminate Fire Hazards

If you are using combustible materials in the work environment, only keep the amount you need for the task at hand. When you are not using the flammable material, store the chemical in an assigned safe storage area away from sources of ignition. Also, store combustible waste in metal receptacles and dispose of it daily.  5 percent or more of a room’s surface being covered at 0.8 millimeters of dust-about the width of a dime-can cause an explosion if the dust catches on fire. To prevent dust accumulation, use industrial vacuums to frequently clean areas where dust gathers.

 7. Avoid Tracking Hazardous Materials

To ensure that hazardous materials are not accidentally tracked into other areas, make sure that work area mats are maintained and kept clean. Prevent cross-contamination by using different cleaning materials-such as mops-for various spills, and change clothes if you spill toxic materials on them. Also, if you work with toxic materials, do not wear your work clothes home.

 8. Prevent Objects from Falling

To keep objects from falling, use protections such as nets, toe boards, and toe rails. In addition, stack boxes straight up and down, and place heavy objects on lower shelves. Furthermore, keep stacked objects out of the way of aisles and work areas.

9. Use Correct Posture when Lifting

To avoid injuring your back when you are trying to pick up an item, keep your back straight, use your legs to lift, and pick up the item without stooping or twisting. Whenever possible, use mechanical aids such as a conveyor belt, wheelbarrow, or forklift.

 10. Take Work Breaks From Time to Time

Many work-related injuries occur when a worker is tired and cannot adequately observe dangers in their surroundings. By taking regular breaks, you are able to stay more alert when working.