Spills
What should you do first if you see a spill on the floor?
Report it or clean it up if it is safe to do so
What is a trip hazard?
Anything that could cause someone to trip and fall
Should you report an incident, even if no one was injured?
Yes.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
Why should spills be cleaned up quickly?
To prevent slips and falls
Name one common trip hazard
Loose cables, boxes, clutter, uneven flooring, or objects left on the floor
Who should you report a workplace incident to?
Your supervisor or manager.
Name two types of PPE.
Examples include gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, steel-capped boots, high-visibility vest, ear protection, or a face mask.
If you can't clean up a spill immediately, what should you do?
Place a warning sign or block off the area and report it
What should you do if you see a trip hazard
Remove it if it is safe to do so or report it to your supervisor
Why is it important to report incidents?
To prevent future accidents, improve safety, and ensure the incident is investigated
When should you wear PPE?
Whenever the task or workplace requires it.
What type of hazard is a wet floor
A slip hazard
Why is it important to keep walkways clear
To prevent trips, falls, and injuries.
What information should you include when reporting an incident?
What happened, where it happened, when it happened, who was involved, and any injuries or hazards.
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Question: What is a "near miss"?
Answer: An event that could have caused injury or damage but did not. It should still be reported so steps can be taken to prevent a future incident.
Why is PPE important?
It helps protect workers from injuries and workplace hazards
What should you do if the spill is a dangerous chemical
Stay away from the area, report it immediately, follow workplace procedures, and only clean it up if you are trained and have the correct PPE.
Give three ways to prevent trip hazards in the workplace
What is a "near miss"?
An event that could have caused injury or damage but did not. It should still be reported so steps can be taken to prevent a future incident.
What should you do if your PPE is damaged or doesn't fit properly?
Stop using it, report it to your supervisor, and replace it before continuing work.