JOB SAFETY CHECKLIST

Always follow all safety rules and regulations

Learn to recognize unsafe conditions and be sure to correct them

Make safety your responsibility – don’t depend on others

Handle hazardous materials properly

Check the SDS for accurate information

Develop good housekeeping habits

Inspect electrical and hand tools before use

When it’s heavy get some help – don’t be a hurt hero

Never smoke around flammables

Read and heed signs and other warnings

Don’t take chances, check it out first – only fools rush in

Watch out for pinch points and sharp edges

Keep your work area neat and clean

Avoid horseplay – someone always gets hurt

Report injuries to your supervisor promptly

Near misses are warnings – the next time could be much worse

Wear personal protective gear properly and whenever required

When in doubt, lock it out

Select the right tool for the job

Wear your seat belt – the life you save may be yours

Check the label and read the manufacturer’s instructions before use

Watch out for others on the job

Follow proper trenching safety guidelines – bench, shore, or sheet

Call for help when there is an emergency

Ask questions whenever you’re in doubt

If it doesn’t look, feel or smell right, save the day and back away!