WHAT’S AT STAKE?

The job isn’t finished until the housekeeping is done and the work area is clean and orderly.

WHAT’S THE DANGER?

Good housekeeping at work helps protect workers from falls, fires, disease and many types of accidents and injuries.

EXAMPLE

Terry often dropped materials wherever he stopped working. One day he placed a box of cords and cables where it stuck out into a walkway. “I’ll move it tomorrow,” he promised. A co-worker hurrying by tripped over the box and broke her elbow.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

• Keep your work area tidy. Put away tools and materials when you are through with them.
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