Why Occupational Health and Safety Ought to be a Requirement in all Workplaces

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Most people would agree that occupational health and safety is important in all workplaces. After all, who would want to work in a place where they risk injury or illness, notes health and safety specialist Captain Martin Sanders, Ph.D., CSP.

 

However, as Capt. Martin Sanders explains people do not realize that occupational health and safety is not just about preventing accidents; it's also about creating a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.

A Safe Work Environment For All

 

There are many essential benefits to having a robust occupational health and safety program. For example, it can help reduce the number of workplace injuries and illnesses, saving businesses money on workers' compensation costs. It can also improve employee morale and productivity while creating a safer work environment.

 

There are many valid reasons to have an occupational health and safety program, but there are also some important things to keep in mind when creating one. Here are a few tips as shared by Capt. Martin Sanders:

 

·         Ensure that everyone is aware of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to their work.

 

·         Educate the people who work in the area about potential hazards in the workplace and how to avoid them.

 

·         Ensure that every piece of machinery and equipment is adequately maintained and safe to use.

 

·         Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to employees who may be exposed to hazardous materials or conditions.

 

·         Establish emergency procedures for dealing with accidents and incidents.

 

·         Regularly inspect the workplace to identify potential hazards and correct them.

 

By following these tips, you can create a safe and healthy work environment for your employees and help reduce the risk of workplace dangers and hazards. 

 

Would you add more to the list? If so, what tips would you include? Feel free to share them with Capt. Martin Sanders in the comments below.

 

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Disclaimer: This site was prepared by Martin Sanders in his personal capacity. The opinions expressed are the author's own and do not reflect the views of the USPHS, the Department of Health and Human Services, or the United States government.

 

How to keep people safe at home during a pandemic

The world is experiencing a health crisis, the likes of which it has never experienced in perhaps, ever. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating effect on society on so many levels, and governments everywhere are doing everything they can to win this war against an unseen foe. Martin Sanders believes that for the battle to be won, everyone has to do their part. Everyone.

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For his part, Martin Sanders is coming up with several blogs to educate readers about the coronavirus, safety protocols, preparation procedures, and everything in between. Today's blog will enumerate two ways people can stay safe at home during these troubling times.

Always remember to wash hands to foam.

Martin Sanders notes that washing hands has always been underrated. Not anymore. The 20-second handwashing protocol has been pushed to the masses for a reason – the foam of the soap is highly effective in breaking down the layer of fat that protects the coronavirus. Always wash hands, especially after handling anything that comes from the outside of the house.

Have a disinfection area.

Martin Sanders says that just like in healthcare facilities, there should be a disinfection area in every home, preferably near the main entrance. A room would work or a cabinet that could fit an entire person. In the disinfection area, a person can take their clothes and everything else that they have used outside and place them straight to the cleaning area. But if there's a shower area near the main entrance of a house, that should be good enough to work as a disinfection area, Martin Sanders adds.

Capt. Martin Sanders Ph.D., has completed all requirements needed to obtain a certification as an Associate Safety Professional (ASP) and a Certified Safety Professional (CSP). For more insightful reads on public safety, visit this site.

Disclaimer: This site was prepared by Martin Sanders in his personal capacity. The opinions expressed are the author's own and do not reflect the views of the USPHS, the Department of Health and Human Services, or the United States government.