General maintenance and housekeeping is an important element of your business. As an owner and leader, it’s your responsibility to prioritize safety through cleanliness, training, and clear policies to help prevent accidents that could lead to prolonged downtime or expensive claims.
Walk the Walk and Talk the Talk
Conducting regular inspections and walkthroughs of your business with a housekeeping checklist can help identify areas needing attention, which may help prevent potentially dangerous and costly accidents. In addition, employee training should be offered on a scheduled basis to show everyone how to actively maintain a safe work environment. This can include reminders to:
Evaluate Your Risk Management Plan
Take the time to annually review and update your risk management plan and policies to address new risks and technologies, and to ensure all staff are familiar with any updates. For example, with the rise of lithium-ion battery fires, educating your employees on safe practices can help prevent a devastating workplace fire.
By maintaining a clean, obstruction-free environment, you can help reduce the risk of accidents, equipment failure, and unwanted downtime to protect your business and bottom line.