FACTS

1. Slips, trips and falls account for many injuries in the retail space, mostly due to wet floors, cluttered areas, and uneven surfaces.
2. Machinery like forklifts and pallet jacks are used in warehouses or stocking areas in retail environments. If you are asked to use one of these, remember that you will require special training beforehand.
3. Harassment can come with jobs heavy on customer service. Harassment doesn’t typically turn into violence, except in extreme cases, but can be very hurtful and malicious.
4. Stepladders can result in a fall. They have also been known to crush fingers when folded.
5. Biological hazards […]

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