S+FETY Joseph S. Blake CCIB August 1, 2019
A COMMON SENSE PERSPECTIVE S+FETY A COMMON SENSE PERSPECTIVE Joseph S. Blake CCIB August 1, 2019
National Safety Council: 13,000 workers injured each day in the U.S. Four Common Types of Work Hazards Physical Hazards 2. Ergonomic Hazards 3. Chemical Hazards 4. Biological Hazards National Safety Council: 13,000 workers injured each day in the U.S.
Safety – “Why?” Prevent workplace injuries and illnesses Improve compliance with laws and regulations Reduce costs, including significant reductions in workers’ compensation premiums Engage workers Increase productivity and enhance overall business operations Enhance social responsibility goals
Just ‘cause you could, don’t mean you should
Just ‘cause you could, don’t mean you should
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Hard Hat Safety Vest Protective Eyewear 6” Steel-toe Boots
“Slow down, you move too fast…” - Simon and Garfunkel
S+FETY Resources
Your Own Company Safety Officer/Department Flyers Posters Handbooks General Safety Job Specific
Safety posters First Aid posters Safety Training DVDs Written Safety Plans Training Courses
Intermodal Terminal Safety Pocket Card www.intermodal.org - Resource center - INTERMODAL RECOMMENDED PRACTICES & TOOLS Intermodal Terminal Safety Pocket Card
TH+NK YOU Joseph S. Blake CCIB August 1, 2019