Workplace accidentsAccidents in the

Workplace accidents

Accidents in the workplace take many forms and are caused by:
Careless staff. It is important to pay attention to what you are doing and to ask for help if you do not know, or are not sure, of how to do a job or use a particular piece of equipment. Another reason that people become careless is due to being tired or stressed.
Untrained staff. Ask for help if you have never used a piece of equipment or a particular chemical before.
Faulty or incorrect equipment. Always make sure you have the right equipment for the job you are doing, and report broken or faulty equipment to your Supervisor. Never remove safety guards.
Dark areas. Always ensure faulty light bulbs or tubes are replaced, and never try to use dangerous equipment such as knives in badly lit areas
Cramped work areas. You may not always have as much room to work as you would like, so you must be careful when working in a cramped area.
Never mix chemicals in small, stuffy areas as the fumes may burn your eyes or throat or may even knock you unconscious and stop you from breathing.