Workplace Safety Procedures

Workplace Safety

Your safety is our top priority. Follow these guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Required for All Areas:

• Safety glasses with side shields
• Steel-toe safety shoes
• Hearing protection in designated areas

Additional PPE by Area:

• Welding: Welding helmet, gloves, apron
• Grinding: Face shield, leather gloves
• Painting: Respirator, suit, gloves
• Chemical Handling: Chemical gloves, apron, goggles
• Material Handling: Work gloves, back support

PPE Requirements

Employee responsibilities:

• Wear required PPE at all times
• Inspect PPE before each use
• Report damaged PPE immediately
• Replace worn or damaged PPE
• Store PPE properly when not in use
• Never modify PPE

Machine Guarding

Safety guards protect you:

• Never remove or bypass guards
• Replace guards before operating
• Report missing or damaged guards
• Keep hands clear of pinch points
• Wait for complete stop before reaching in
• Use push sticks and tools, not hands

Emergency Procedures

Fire:

1. Pull nearest fire alarm
2. Call 911 if needed
3. Evacuate via nearest exit
4. Proceed to assembly point
5. Do not re-enter until cleared

Injury:

1. Stop work immediately
2. Call for first aid: Dial 5911
3. Do not move injured person unless necessary
4. Supervisor notifies safety manager
5. Complete incident report
6. Seek medical attention if needed

Chemical Spill:

1. Evacuate immediate area
2. Contain if safe to do so
3. Call safety team: Dial 5555
4. Refer to SDS for cleanup
5. Use spill kit if trained
6. Ventilate area

Emergency Equipment

Know locations of:

• Fire extinguishers (every 75 feet)
• First aid kits (each department)
• Eyewash stations (chemical areas)
• Emergency showers (chemical areas)
• AED units (main corridors)
• Emergency exits (multiple per area)
• Assembly points (parking lot markers)

Housekeeping

Maintain clean workspace:

• Clean spills immediately
• Keep aisles clear
• Store materials properly
• Dispose of waste in appropriate containers
• Coil air hoses when not in use
• Remove trip hazards
• Participate in 5S activities

Forklift Safety

For Pedestrians:

• Stay in designated walkways
• Make eye contact with operators
• Never walk under raised loads
• Be aware of blind spots
• Wear high-visibility vest if required

For Operators:

• Certification required
• Pre-shift inspection mandatory
• Sound horn at intersections
• Travel with forks low
• Never exceed speed limit (5 mph)
• No passengers allowed

Ergonomics

Prevent repetitive injuries:

• Use proper lifting technique
• Ask for help with heavy items
• Use mechanical assists when available
• Take micro-breaks to stretch
• Report discomfort early
• Adjust workstation height
• Rotate tasks if possible

Hazard Communication

Right to know:

• SDS available for all chemicals
• Labels must be legible
• Training before using new chemicals
• Understand hazard pictograms
• Follow handling precautions
• Know emergency procedures

Incident Reporting

Report all incidents:

• Injuries: Even minor cuts or bruises
• Near Misses: Could have caused injury
• Property Damage: Equipment or facility
• Unsafe Conditions: Hazards observed

Reporting process:

1. Notify supervisor immediately
2. Complete incident report form
3. Provide witness names if any
4. Seek medical attention if needed
5. Participate in investigation
6. Follow up as requested

Safety Meetings

Mandatory participation:

• Toolbox Talks: Weekly, 15 minutes
• Monthly Safety Training: Various topics
• Annual Refresher: All safety topics
• Job-Specific: When procedures change

Safety Suggestions

Help us improve:

• Submit ideas via safety suggestion box
• Discuss in safety meetings
• Contact safety committee members
• Rewards for implemented suggestions
• All suggestions reviewed

Discipline Policy

Safety violations:

• First Offense: Verbal warning, retraining
• Second Offense: Written warning
• Third Offense: Suspension
• Serious Violation: Immediate termination
• Applies to all employees equally