PEO Services: Employee Safety

• Attitude Towards Safety

  Every employee must take safety seriously in order to avoid accidents, avoid exposure to hazardous substances, and comply with company policies and procedures.

• Electrical Hazards

  Stay current on electrical hazards by knowing when you are safe, when you may be unsafe, and when you are likely to get shocked.

• Emergency

  Are you prepared for an emergency?  Emergencies in the workplace cannot be eliminated, but if you have an emergency action plan and trained workers you can optimize efficiency.

• Fatigue

  It seems businesses are staying open later and later, potentially putting workers in dangerous situations as they leave work at stange hours.  Here are some ways to be safe in these situations.

• Fire Safety

  With over 5,000 office fires reported every year, it’s important to understand and follow procedures for fire evacuations.

• First Aid

  No one imagines it ever happening, but you might be the closest – or only – employee on the scene when a co-worker experiences a medical emergency. Remember these response basics to ensure the employee does not risk further injury until the paramedics arrive.

• Heat

  The summer is a great time to get outside and have some fun, but the summer sun can have its disadvantages. Prolonged or intense exposure in hot temperatures can cause heat-related illnesses – know how to play it safe!

• Holiday

  The holiday season can be stressful and being surrounded by tempting treats can take a toll on your waistline!  Learn to manage your stress and make healthy choices!

• Ladders

  Proper ladder selection, inspection, and use can help prevent falls and injuries in the workplace.  This information can help prevent a ladder-related accident.

• Lifting

  Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are injuries and disorders of the muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilage and spinal discs. Learn the risk factors and how to avoid these injuries.

• Office Safety

  The office seems like a relatively safe place to be, but injuries can still happen.  Use these tips to help you stay safe at the office.

• Protect Your Ears

  If you are one of the 20 million people exposed to hazardous noice on the job, use this imformation and protect your hearing!

• Protect Your Vision

  Eye injuries in the workplace are very common. Injuries range from eyestrain to puncture wounds. No matter what your job is, take the time to properly protect your eyes.

• Winter Driving

  What makes the difference between an ordinary driver and a good one? An ordinary driver reacts to the road situations. A good driver anticipates crises and avoids them.  The following tips will help you prepare for drivingin winter conditions.