Get OSHA Compliant With First 2 Aid

First 2 Aid has a team of consultants who visit worksites and conduct safety audits. But no matter where each team member is, chances are good that he or she will spot one or more common safety hazards.

It shouldn’t be a surprise that First 2 Aid frequently spot hazards associated with working at height. The Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows that falls to a lower level accounted for 14 percent of all fatalities in 2014, and OSHA standards related to scaffolding and ladders are regularly among the most frequently cited violations.

Clutter blocking fire exits, aisles and emergency exits is a housekeeping problem that we see often.

Blocked breakers aren’t the only electrical hazard First 2 Aid consultants frequently see. Many electrical hazards spotted are related to inappropriate use of extension cords.

Proper lockout/tagout procedures can help prevent serious injuries, but only if those procedures are followed.

Chemicals can be expensive, and workers in some industries may never know when they’ll need to use a certain chemical again in the future. OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard requires facilities to keep an inventory of all products. Mark down the chemical’s expiration date, and use the chemical by that date or dispose of it properly. This is more than just a safety issue, Harrington said – stockpiling a huge cache of unwanted chemicals can be illegal. It also can be very expensive to dispose of large quantities of expired chemicals.

Have First 2 Aid come out and check on your compliance with OSHA today!

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