Office safety is just as important as Site safety.
There are many hazards awaiting the unwary ranging from Manual Handling to Hazardous Substances.
· Accumulations of flammable material ie paper.
· Tripping hazards such as cables operations such as moving cabinets etc.
· Manual handling causing strains or sprains.
· Poorly organised work stations.
· Hazardous substances damaging health.
· Learn the Fire Drill. Know your Fire Wardens and what extinguishers are available along with their limitations.
· Do not obstruct fire exits or access to extinguishers.
· Do not overfill filing cabinets. Only pull out one drawer at a time.
· Do not run down corridors – walk.
· Remove trip hazards such as cables, leads and worn carpets.
· Throw waste paper in the bins not on the floor.
· Never overload electrical sockets.
· Obey NO SMOKING signs. Do not smoke in a room where non-smokers are present.
· Extinguish cigarettes in the ashtrays provided. Do not empty hot ashtrays into waste paper bins.
· Use equipment as the manufacturer intends.
· Think before moving equipment around – use trolley or correct Manual Handling techniques.
· Do not stand on chairs or furniture to reach high shelves.
· If you use a computer take a break away from the screen for at least 10 minutes in every hour.
· Make sure that you have been trained on the COSHH Assessment for any harmful substance that you are required to use.
· Learn who your First Aiders are and what to do if you have an accident.
첨언으로 문어발식 콘센트 사용이 위험성이 높고, 컨테이너 사무실의 경우, 환기기구에서 화재가 자주 발생되는 만큼, 퇴근 할 때에 꼭 전원차단 또는 전등과 연동시켜야 합니다.
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