Construction sites are by their very nature and set up a hazardous and dangerous workplace and it is important for workers as well as managers and foremen to keep the work site safe at all times. A safe environment allows workers to be safe, happy, and efficient in their jobs. There are many ways to make a construction site safe from educating workers to providing the right safety equipment such as hi-vis T-shirts or hard hats. Here are some important points everyone involved on a construction site needs to remember about safety.

Inspection

It is important to have someone, preferably someone experienced with your type of work site set up and location or who is trained in workplace safety, do a thorough inspection of the job site for possible hazards. All hazardous materials need to be identified, marked, and properly stored and any faulty or unsafe equipment needs to be either repaired or removed from the job site immediately.

Training

Training and education is the key to keeping workers and the general public safety in and around a construction site. Make sure workers know all the safety regulations and protocols, why they are important, and ensure that they are being followed. Employees need to be trained on all the equipment and machinery on the job site as well as what to do in the event of any emergency or problem on site.

Personal Safety Equipment

These make up the work uniform of your construction workers and include things like safety glasses, back braces, work boots, hi-vis jackets, hi-vis T-shirts or vests, hard hats, and gloves. Harnesses and other safety equipment need to be standard when working at heights or on ladders or unstable work areas where slips and falls may be more likely.

Review All Accidents

Each and every accident, no matter how minor it may seem, needs to be investigated to find the cause or causes. This is the only way you can find out if there is an issue that needs to be addressed with equipment, procedures, or worker skill levels. Near falls and minor accidents will soon become devastating accidents if action is not taken to correct the problems.

Therefore, whether it is continued training and follow-up inspections or the use of personal protection and safety equipment like hi-vis T-shirts and vests; there is a lot you can do to help keep your workers safe on the construction site!