20 Mar Safety While Working in the Rain

Whenever you are working outside and exposed to the elements, there is a safety risk. At Creation World Safety, we work to train individuals and teams to prepare them for any situation that may come their way on the job, including rain. Light rain or heavy storms can create a dangerous work environment and it’s important that particular safety precautions are taken to ensure all employees safety. In our corporate safety training courses in Los Angeles, we thoroughly cover how weather can be an added element of uncertainty and what to do when it rains.

Safety Measures to take in the Rain

Even the lightest rainfall can create a dangerous work environment. Rain makes surfaces slippery, causes clothing to become wet and cold, and may lead to poor visibility. In order to continue working in the rain, but create a safe workspace, follow these safety measures:

• • Take Slower Movements: When it’s raining, be aware of your movements and your footing. Rain can cause slippery surfaces, even if it’s only misting. We recommend taking slower movements to ensure your safety and the safety of others, especially when handling equipment or machinery.

• • Use Proper Equipment: Only use electrical tools that are waterproof and suitable for outdoor work in the rain.

• • Wear the Right Clothing: Clothing is essential in the rain. It’s crucial to keep your clothing dry and functional throughout the work day. Wear protective outerwear that is waterproof including a raincoat, rain pants, boots, and gloves. Your rain gear should keep you dry throughout the day, but not interfere with your work.

• • Ensure Clear Vision: Poor visibility is always a risk in the rain. Depending on your job, ensure you have clear vision. This may mean using anti-fog spray for your glasses or goggles, working in a well lit workspace, or wearing a hat or hood to keep the rain out of your face.

• Be Seen Even in the Heaviest Rain: It’s important that you can be seen, even if you are working in very heavy rain. You can wear bright colored clothing like an orange vest or use reflective gear and patches.

Depending on your type of outdoor work, you can adapt the above measures to best suit your work and your team. For questions or concerns, we encourage you to inquire about our certification safety training in Los Angeles.

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Creation World Safety offers a number of different workplace training courses that your employees can benefit from. Schedule your team for a CPR and First Aid course, OSHA course, forklift training, or a hazardous waste operations training in Torrance. Contact Creation World Safety for our course schedule today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!