Workers Compensation accidents do not differentiate between part time workers and full time workers. In fact some studies point to part timers as more accident prone on many jobs.
Interestingly. in a recent poll, 27% of small business owners said that they do not offer workplace safety training for new student workers they employ, and among those who do offer workplace safety training, only 52% make it a requirement.
Below are 4 Tips to better work place safety for all employees.
1. Provide education and training
Business owners should provide employees with information and training on their injury and illness prevention programs. These training sessions should especially be held whenever new substances, processes, procedures or equipment are introduced into the workplace.
Proper training includes the identification of potential hazards, preventative measures for common accidents, as well as what to do if an accident occurs. EMPLOYERS also suggests that business owners train employees in a language they understand, especially in a bilingual environment
2. Identify and assess potential hazards
Business owners and managers should identify and document potential hazards, as well as put proper safety procedures in place before employees use equipment or materials in the workplace.
By establishing simple safety procedures, such as requiring rubber-soled shoes to be worn by all employees in restaurants and warehouses, employers can help prevent accidents. However, it is not enough to establish a protocol. Employers must document these procedures because it establishes a record that can be referenced in the event of an OSHA inspection or insurance audit.
3. Enlist management and employee participation
Employers should encourage employees to provide feedback regarding the safety situation in the workplace environment. At all levels, employees should be involved in establishing, implementing and evaluating safety programs.
This also means that managers are not exempt from safety procedures. Employees in authoritative positions are responsible to lead by example and should be held accountable for workplace safety
4. Evaluate program effectiveness
Business owners should routinely evaluate their workplace safety programs. An annual review is a great way to routinely assess the program, but employers should also consider reviewing their workplace safety program whenever new or previously unknown hazards are discovered.
I hope these tips help you control workers compensation costs. Please feel free to contact me at 202-302-1212 or E mail me at david@StaffingCompSolutions.com for a FREE workers compensation quote that can reduce and contain your costs.
All the best
David Schek
President
StaffingCompSolutions.com
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