{"id":40799,"date":"2021-04-15T17:16:30","date_gmt":"2021-04-15T21:16:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/?p=40799"},"modified":"2025-10-02T16:30:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T20:30:19","slug":"workplace-safety-tips-you-cant-afford-to-overlook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/2021\/workplace-safety-tips-you-cant-afford-to-overlook\/","title":{"rendered":"Workplace Safety Tips You Can\u2019t Afford to Overlook"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In today\u2019s day and age, workplace safety is more important than ever before. It doesn\u2019t matter if you have a big company, a small business, or something in between, you must make sure that your employees are safe at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While there\u2019s no shortage of workplace safety tips to consider, some are more relevant today than they were in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that in mind, let\u2019s review five workplace safety tips that you can implement in the days, weeks, and months to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Have a Plan<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A Brief Guide of How To Improve Your Manufacturing Business\u2019 Safety<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This is where many companies get off track. They think they have a plan in place, but all they really have is a few ideas of what they can do to maintain a high degree of workplace safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t have a concrete plan laid out, now\u2019s the time to stop what you\u2019re doing and focus on this. Even if it takes you several weeks or months, it\u2019ll pay off for both you and your employees over the long run.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Part of developing that plan means honestly assessing physical security risks and identifying the tools that can realistically reduce harm. For workplaces looking to strengthen active-threat preparedness, this might include integrating technology such as visual firearm detection systems<\/a>, which can provide rapid, real-time alerts that support faster, more informed responses without replacing human decision-making. When combined with clear protocols and regular drills, these capabilities help close gaps that simple policy changes might miss. If this type of technology aligns with your risk assessment, consider piloting a monitored solution as part of a phased update to your safety plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Ask for Feedback<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Issue Of Safety In Business<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t assume that you and your employees are on the same page in regards to your safety plan. Instead, regularly ask for feedback to ensure that you understand any concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your employees have questions, answer them as quickly as you can. If your employees have concerns, address them as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can even create a workplace safety group responsible for being your eyes and ears in the field. This is one of the better ways to show your dedication. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stay Current with COVID-19 Protocols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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6 Positive Things Your Small Business Can Do in Response to Coronavirus<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For example, contact tracing may be required where you do business. If so, you need to understand what goes into this and how to ensure that you follow all protocols at all times if it makes sense to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is easier said than done, with protocols changing by the minute. It\u2019s a good idea to have a dedicated person on your team who focuses on this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: there are different protocols on the local, city, and state levels. Make sure you know what\u2019s expected of you across the board. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just as you maintain communication with your customers<\/a> during the pandemic, the same should hold true of your employees. You must be on the same page at all times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Take it Seriously<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How to Reduce Employee Turnover<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve never had issues with workplace safety in the past, it\u2019s possible that you could assume that nothing bad will ever happen in the future. But that\u2019s a mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must get serious about workplace safety, as it only takes one incident to turn your company upside down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a step back to consider what could go wrong at your place of employment. Could someone suffer a serious injury in a work vehicle? How about a warehouse setting? Could COVID-19 strike your company?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Make Changes as Necessary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How To Maintain A Safe Work Environment<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It helps to have a workplace safety plan, but don\u2019t assume that it\u2019s good enough to carry you well into the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s critical to make changes as necessary, as your plan could become outdated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, before the pandemic, no one would have thought that it could happen in the United States. But it did. At that point, companies all over the country reviewed their safety plans to ensure that they were updated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By working closely with your workforce, you\u2019ll know when and how to make changes for the better. Don\u2019t hesitate to take action when necessary, as it\u2019ll give everyone peace of mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Thoughts on Workplace Safety<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Commonly Overlooked Safety Issues In The Workplace<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>, workplace accidents remain a major concern throughout the country. Get this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A total of 5,333 workers died from a work-related injury in the U.S. in 2019, up 2 percent from the 2018 total of 5,250. The fatal work injury rate was 3.5 fatalities per 100,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) workers, which was the rate reported in 2018.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the five tips above, you should have a better idea of the steps you can take to maintain a higher level of safety at your workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no guarantee that accidents will never happen\u2014some of which lead to injury or illness\u2014but it\u2019s important to be proactive.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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