Safety Calendar Jan 2023

Good Housekeeping
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Lack of proper housekeeping on the job is
one safety hazard common to all
workplaces. Good housekeeping can prevent November March
minor injuries like cuts and punctures and
major injuries from slips, trips, falls, and
October April
fires.
Poor housekeeping can be a cause of
incidents, such as: September May
• Tripping over loose objects on floors,
stairs and platforms
• Being hit by falling objects August July June
Good Housekeeping

• Slipping on greasy, wet or dirty surfaces

• Striking against projecting, poorly
stacked items or misplaced material
• Cutting, puncturing, or tearing the skin
of hands or other parts of the body on
projecting nails, wire or other sharp
material
What are some benefits of housekeeping
practices?
• Fewer tripping and slipping incidents
• Decreased fire hazards
• lower worker exposures to hazardous
products (e.g. dusts, vapors)
• better control of tools and materials,
including inventory and supplies
• Better hygienic conditions leading to
improved health

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