ECN 110 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Pomodoro Technique, X-Acto, Occupational Disease
12 Feb 2018
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Occupational injury cutting finger working with knives. Ensure workers wear safety equipment, devices or clothing. Take every reasonable precaution to keep employees safe. Create a non-adversarial climate in which labour and management can work together. May require special training and education of members. Everyone in the workplace can contribute to creating a safe (and healthy!) By offering/attending safety awareness programs (proactive training) By conducting diligent accident investigations and keeping detailed records. Keep the blade sharp by snapping off dull blade end frequently: if using a ruler as a cutting guide, should be metal with cork back. Health and safety in the press room: lift the right way, many people do not lift correctly, which can put serious strain on the backs. The right way to lift is by bending at the knees, keeping a straight back and keeping the contents lifted close to the body. New printing equipment outfitted with guards and safety mechanisms.
