Safety Rules | General Guidance for Employees

Most of you may be working at different places. Workplace safety is one of the important things which should be considered. Safety is not only necessary for you but also any one who is working around you. That’s why there is a need to adopt safety measures so that you not only keep yourself safe but also to others. Management should make proper safety plan for their employees. Every employee must aware of these general rules of safety. Management focus should be on proper implementation of these safety measures. Here I am sharing some general safety rules which can be adopted for any type of workplace.

• One of the most important things is that every employee should be aware of his job and the tools which he is using. Any one, who knows the use of equipment, can save himself from many hazards which otherwise may be resulted due to improper use of equipment.

• Always use right tool for specified task. Keep tools in good condition because if any tool has some defects and you are using it hen it can cause problem for you.

• Always use protective equipment to keep safe yourself like if you are working with sharp edge tools then wear gloves. Similarly f you are doing work with fire related equipment then wear safety glasses. Wear safety belt wherever is required.

• When you are dealing with large machinery then you must adopt all safety measures. You should be aware of all instructions related to that machine as different machines have different safety rules. Normally large and heavy machinery requires large space so make it sure that no one is working around it. Properly turn off the machine after using it.

• If you are dealing with lifting and loading machinery then keep in mind their speed limit, loading and unloading capacity, their distance from other machinery etc.

• Maintenance of machinery is very important. Make a maintenance schedule for every type of machine. When your equipment will be in good condition then there are fewer chances of accidents.

• Choosing the right type of fuel is also very important. Never refuel any machinery when its engine is running. Avoid smoking near fuel because these are sensitive to catch fire.