Proper Tool Use and Training Saves Lives

摘要

Construction sites are inherently dangerous places. Every activity is choreographed to keep things moving forward, and if the jobsite isn't changing every minute of every working day, then progress isn't being made. This means there is no room in the schedule for accidents or injuries. Accidents bring the entire effort to a halt to assist the injured and investigate the causes. Then there are the lingering effects of reduced productivity and lower employee morale following jobsite accidents. The overall impact may be difficult to measure but the long term implications can be huge. Solid safety processes are crucial to minimizing chances for accidents and injuries. One critical element is training: workers must be trained the safe way to perform their work and to recognize unsafe conditions. Workers must also be trained to not engage in unsafe acts.