INTERSTATE HEAVY EQUIPMENT - CORAL SPRINGS
Safety isn't just a set of protocols but a mindset. Being well informed about risks and best practices is a significant part of having a safer perspective. But unfortunately, misinformation and myths can work against your ability to stay safe and help those around you at the job site. So, we thought we'd take a quick look at some pervasive construction safety misconceptions.
It's important to recognize them for what they are because the following construction site safety myths can make people less aware and proactive about creating the safest possible environment. And when you look at them, we have many other building security questions for you to read.
Common Construction Safety Misconceptions
Security is the responsibility of management. Yes, the management of a construction company has a lot of responsibilities to keep the worker safe. However, everyone contributes to work safety, and everyone can harm. Therefore, it is up to each individual to follow safety rules, talk about potential security risks, and take responsibility.
Adherence to OSHA standards is enough to keep everyone safe. The reality is that OSHA regulations are the least that needs to be done to prevent accidents and keep employees safe. OSHA itself says that its regulation is the absolute minimum. Of course, you must comply with all OSHA standards, but these must be violated for added security.
Accidents just happen. It's an accident, isn't it? Poorly. You can't prevent every accident, but there are many ways to reduce the risk of accidents. Although it may seem coincidental, accidents have causes - usually a specific set of circumstances and a series of events. Safety planning and prevention can help prevent it escalating into accidents that can cause injury and damage. For example, workers can prevent most accidents on construction sites.
Personal protective equipment does enough to keep workers safe.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential. But really, it's the last line of defense, preventing or reducing injury once an accident occurs. For example, a hardhat can prevent serious injury if an item falls off scaffolding, but it does nothing to prevent items from falling off scaffolding. Even with everyone on site properly using PPE, it's still important to minimize the risk of accidents.
Employees only need security training upon admission. Safety training must continue. There is so much to start working on in a session like two. In addition, people forget things over time. Continuous training strengthens the safety culture, learns lessons, and helps employees maintain confidence in safety. The industry needs to develop and share project-specific security plans with all stakeholders.
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Source: TrekkerGroup