Close Calls
This type of report is filed when an accident almost happens but was avoided just in time.
What is a Near Miss?
This type of hazard is related to poor workstation setup or improper posture, which can lead to musculoskeletal disorders.
What is ergonomic hazard?
Workers should drink water every 15-20 minutes when working in hot environments to avoid this.
What is dehydration?
In an emergency, employees should go to this designated area for safety and headcount.
What is a rally point?
Forklift operators should do this whenever pedestrians are in the vicinity to ensure clear communication and reduce the risk of accidents.
What is sounding the horn?
Reporting near misses helps us do this, making workplaces safer for everyone.
What is preventing future accidents?
The first and most effective step in the hierarchy of controls involves removing the hazard entirely from the workplace.
What is elimination?
This occurs when the body overheats and starts to shut down.
What is heat stroke?
This is the first thing employees should do in case of a fire.
What is pull the fire alarm?
Operators must honk the horn and slow down when doing this around blind corners.
What is turning?
These employees are responsible for reporting near misses in the workplace.
Who is everyone?
Poor lighting, excessive noise, and extreme temperatures are examples of this type of hazard in the workplace.
What is an environmental hazard?
This symptom, including headache, dizziness, and weakness, can indicate heat exhaustion.
What is feeling faint?
An emergency action plan should be reviewed with employees at least this often.
What is annually?
Pedestrians always have this, when approaching a forklift.
What is the right-of-way?
This is another name for a near miss.
What is a good catch?
Employers are required to provide these for workers in extreme heat to cool off.
What are rest breaks/shade areas?
The person responsible for guiding others during an evacuation is known as this.
What is a site security coordinator?
This distance should be maintained between forklifts and pedestrians for safety.
What is a safe distance (at least four feet)?
This practice involves analyzing near misses to identify hazards before they cause harm.
What is a root cause analysis?
The last line of defense in the hierarchy of controls involves using this, to protect workers from hazards.
What is personal protective equipment (PPE)?
This organization provides guidelines on heat illness prevention and hydration at work.
What is OSHA?
The plan covering how to respond to fires, spills, and natural disasters is called this.
What is an Emergency Action Plan?
Before driving a forklift, operators must complete this to show they know the safety rules.
What is a forklift certification?