08 May Best Practices to Improve Construction Site Safety

One of the most important factors in any worksite is safety. At Creation World Safety, we provide the information and training needed to ensure your construction site is compliant and up to speed on all things safety-related.

While the specific safety steps can vary depending on the type of job, several practices can guarantee things operate smoothly.

1. Provide Training

All members of your team should be properly trained for the jobs at hand. Creation World Safety provides multiple training opportunities, from OSHA Safety Training (OSHA 10, OSHA 30) to Forklift, First Aid, and more. Training creates experts who are comfortable and knowledgeable about what they are required to do.

2. Be Aware of OSHA Requirements

Not only do you need to be aware of local OSHA requirements, but it’s important to remind your employees of them as well. OSHA Compliance officers may show up at any time unannounced for an inspection, so being aware will not only keep your site safe, but it will also prevent you from receiving any fines.

3. Communicate Effectively

Many things can go awry if everyone is not on the same page. If employees are unsure what to expect, or what is expected of them, it is more likely for accidents to occur. Clear, concise communication of not only the job but how to handle any potential issues, will go a long time toward avoiding problems.

4. Check Your Equipment

Big jobs require big equipment. All equipment should be properly examined before work begins to be sure it’s in good working condition, and that the operators for that equipment are well-versed and certified to handle it. In addition, employees should be provided with the proper safety gear needed to protect themselves during their workday. Items may include hard hats, safety glasses, safety nets, respiratory protection, and more.

5. Documentation

All licenses and job site plans should be established and available before beginning work on the site. Clear, easy-to-read safety protocols should be on display or provided to personnel. A simple, easy-to-follow protocol should also be established to handle any situations that may arise. In addition, all supervisors, employees, and visitors should be easy to distinguish with a badge or visitor sticker. When it comes to hiring for the job, laborers should have certification documentation to show their knowledge if needed for certain equipment or tasks.

There are many ways to improve workplace safety. If you are looking to further increase your company’s OSHA safety training in the Torrance, CA area, please contact us to learn more. Creation World Safety is proud to offer several training options to help you lead the safest, most efficient job site you can.