12 Safety Presentation Ideas

1. How to prevent slips, trips, and falls

The primary cause of most slips, trips and falls in the workplace are caused
by things that stick up a half-inch off the floor such as:

• Curled-up carpets
• Cords
• Tools
• Uneven flooring
• floor mats
The majority of workplace accidents happen when you trip, slip, or fall. This
common type of workplace accident can cause back injuries, strains,
sprains, contusions, or fractures.

Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls on Construction Sites

1.1 Wear the Right Footwear

Using proper footwear is one of the most effective ways of preventing slips, trips, and falls
onsite. When it comes to work boots, stick to ones with slip-resistant soles as these offer the
best traction on smooth or uneven surfaces. Adding solid non-slip sole inserts to your regular
boots can also make a big difference. These inserts add a layer of durability and grip to your
work boots, adding extra protection against slips and falls. For toe protection from crushing
injuries, workers should wear steel-toe or composite-toe construction boots.

1.2 Beware of Wet Conditions

During certain seasons, construction sites can be especially hazardous due to ice, snow,
and other wet weather conditions. Clear walkways regularly–at least once every 12 hours
during snowfall or icy conditions, and periodically in dryer months if water is allowed to
collect. Keep walkways and other surfaces as free of slippery materials like mud and
precipitation as possible, and consider implementing a Wet Floor policy where wet areas are
roped off until they can be cleaned.

1.3 Keep Walking Areas Clear

Similarly, you want to keep your work area clear of debris on the ground, gravel, loose
materials, and anything else that could cause someone to step wrong. Debris can be
especially dangerous if it includes nails or other sharp objects. You may need to allocate
time to cleaning up messy walking areas throughout the day.

1.4 Install Correct Lighting

Working in dim or poorly lit areas can make it difficult to see obstructions or objects like
stairs and equipment that could cause you to trip or slip. Invest in lighting that illuminates
possible dangers that you and your crew can avoid.

1.5 Put Up Signs

Have safety signage posted in any areas where it might be needed. Clearly marking the
location of potential hazards like wet or uneven ground, stairs without railings, slippery
surfaces due to spilled fluids, and more can help prevent incidents. Be sure to also post
these signs at entrances to your site so that visitors or new employees who are entering the
area for the first time will see them.

1.6 Keep an Eye on Cords

Some trips and falls are the result of loose power cords, cables, or similar material. You can
prevent these injuries by marking these areas with caution tape or similar methods so that
they stay out of your team’s way.

1.7 Cover Slippery Surfaces

You can use floor tape to create a slip-resistant surface, as well as apply anti-skid coatings
and dry release chemicals for your floors or stairs. Most importantly, take steps immediately
when you notice that the area is getting slippery due to spilled fluids or other hazards.
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በስራ ቦታ ላይ የአብዛኛው መንሸራተት፣ ጉዞ እና መውደቅ ዋነኛው መንስኤ ከወለሉ ግማሽ

ኢንች ላይ በሚጣበቁ ነገሮች ለምሳሌ፡-

• የተጠመጠሙ ምንጣፎች

• ገመዶች

• መሣሪያዎች

• ያልተስተካከለ ወለል

• የወለል ምንጣፎች

አብዛኞቹ በሥራ ቦታ አደጋዎች የሚከሰቱት ስትሰናከል፣ ስትንሸራተቱ ወይም ስትወድቅ

ነው። ይህ የተለመደ የሥራ ቦታ አደጋ የጀርባ ጉዳት፣ ውጥረት፣ ስንጥቆች፣ ቁርጠት ወይም
ስብራት ሊያስከትል ይችላል።

Here’s a helpful video that that you could include in your presentation.

2. How to respond to hazardous spills

During this safety presentation, you can cover such helpful topics as:

• How to respond safely to accidental spills, leaks, or releases of both

hazardous and non-hazardous materials to the environment
 • How you can help eliminate or minimize the adverse effects that
could occur if a spill happens
You can download this FREE spill response plan template to help you
prepare for your presentation.

3. How to stay safe when working on an elevated work platform

If your workplace uses elevated work platforms, it’s important to make sure
that your employees have the proper training about how to use them safely
and to ensure that the equipment itself is not defective.

Elevating work platforms such as scissor lifts and boom lifts can be a great
solution to the challenges of working at heights, however, they need to be
used properly. Doing a refresher course on the safe use of this type of
equipment frequently is a good idea.
You need proper training when working on elevated work platforms

10 SAFETY TIPS FOR OPERATING EWP’S ON

CONSTRUCTION SITES
05 OCTOBER 2017 0 COMMENTS

The No. 1 priority for EWP (elevated work

platform) providers is to offer safe, productive
elevated work platforms for customers working
at heights.
Once the equipment is on the job site, operators must follow best operating practices
outlined in the risk assessment manual or in Duralift’s case the QR code videos as well
to ensure a safe and productive working environment.

The best way to prevent incidents from happening whilst operating an elevated work
platform on a job site is to know and follow these 10 tips for safe work practices:

3.1.Read, understand and obey all employer safety rules and worksite
regulations, as well as any applicable local, governmental or provincial regulations that
apply before operating the machine.
3.2.Perform a pre-operation inspection and function tests on the equipment before
each shift. If it is the first time you have used the machine this has been done for you
prior to delivery. If the machine fails any of these tests, make sure it is immediately
tagged and removed from service until it can be repaired by a qualified service
technician. Give Duralift a call and we will have it up and running again in no time.

3.3.Perform a workplace risk assessment prior to moving a machine around on

the job site.
Look for drop-offs and holes, slopes, slippery or unstable surfaces, overhead obstacles,
power lines and any other hazards that may exist and develop a plan to avoid those
hazards through all phases of machine operation.

3.4.Wear the proper fall protection.

Two harnesses are provided with boom lifts and are required to be work to reduce the
potential for an operator being catapulted from the platform of a boom . The slightest jar
at the base of the machine can equate into a sudden and powerful whiplash at the
platform—if this happens, wearing the proper fall protection may reduce the chances of
serious injury or even death.

3.5.Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guardrails. Operators should
maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at all times.

3.6.Do not exit an elevated boom or scissor lift platform unless properly trained
to do so, maintain 100 percent tie-off at all times.

3.7.Do not climb down from the platform when it is raised. Whenever possible,
keep a cell phone or two-way radio while on the platform and always have a rescue plan
in place in the event that aerial machine is not equipped with an auxiliary lowering
system (or if that system malfunctions).

3.8.Keep the platform floor clear of debris. Scrap materials, buckets, large tool
boxes and other items can cause a serious tripping hazard—remove any item from the
platform that is not absolutely necessary to perform work.

3.9.Lower the platform entry mid-rail or close the entry gate before operating an
EWP. Never tape or prop the entry open and don’t use the machine if the gate does not
properly latch.

3.10.Receive proper training (both general training and hands-on practical training)
on, as well as become familiar with, the exact aerial work platform the employee will be
operating. This includes thoroughly reading the operator’s manual and safety signs on
the machine, as well as understanding the function and location of all safety devices and
controls before beginning operation.

4. How to prevent workplace violence and harassment

NO form of harassment should be accepted in your workplace.
Unfortunately workplace violence and harassment does happen, so it is
one of the safety presentation ideas that needs to be addressed.

You should cover such important topics such as:

• Sexual harassment
• Bullying
• How to deal with harassment
 • Legal concept of workplace harassment in Ontario
The following video explains your rights in Ontario regarding workplace
harassment.

Safety presentation ideas: include a talk on harassment

5. Ergonomics in the warehouse

When you think about ergonomics, office ergonomics usually comes to
mind first. However there are many ergonomic issues that should also be
addressed in other workplaces, like warehouses. Your topics could include:

• Proper lifting techniques

• Using equipment properly
• Proper seating positions in forklifts and other machinery
6. Ergonomics in the office
With so many people working jobs where they sit at a desk in front of a
computer screen all day, learning about ergonomics in an office setting is
an incredibly important safety presentation idea. One of the sub-topics you
could include would be how to prevent and get relief from eye strain. This
video can help you prepare for this topic.

7. How to work safely at home

Don’t forget the people in your organization that work from home. This is an
increasing trend, so doing safety presentations geared to staying safe while
working at home could be very beneficial. The following video will give you
some great tips on how to create an ergonomic workspace in your home.

Safety presentation ideas: Talk about staying safe while working from home

8. Personal Protective Equipment 101

One of the best safety presentation ideas is to go over the various items
that you workers use for their personal protection to make sure that they
are wearing or using the equipment that they need to and to make sure that
it fits them properly.

If your workers need to wear a respirator for their job, then it is a good idea
to get quantitative fit testing done to ensure a proper and safe fit.
9. Mental health in the workplace
Workplace stress, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues
make up a large proportion of workplace health issues. You could address
some of the main contributing factors to workplace stress including:

• Not taking enough breaks

• Toxic environments
• Excessive workloads
• Insufficient training
• Uneven work distribution
Also talk about ways to create a work culture that promotes healthy
conversations about stress and techniques to help reduce stress such as
relaxation techniques.

Address mental health issues in your safety presentations

10. Fire prevention and safety

Talking about fire safety another great safety prevention idea. Many deaths
and injuries caused by fire or explosions in the workplace can be prevented
by implementing emergency action plans, fire prevention plans, and
practising fire protection procedures.

Your talk could include instructions about:

• Making unobstructed exit routes

• Developing an emergency action and fire prevention plan
• Protecting your employees from fire
Here’s a great video that can help you prepare for your talk.
11. How to stay safe when working at heights
If your workers need to perform their jobs from heights, they may be
exposed to fall hazards. Getting proper working at heights or fall protection
training is important to keep them safe. This type of training is best done by
professional trainers. Companies such as ACUTE can come to your
workplace to perform this training for you or you can send your workers to
their world-class training facility.

In fact workers on construction projects who use the following fall protection
equipment are required to take working at heights training that has been
approved by the Chief Prevention Officer under the Ministry of Labour’s
Working at Heights Training Program Standard. You also need to take a
refresher course every 3 years.
Construction site safety tips: working at heights5 minute read

Posted inConstruction & Contractors, Loss Prevention, Risk Management

How do you feel about heights? Most seasoned construction workers have probably
overcome this classic phobia, but there’s always the fear of falling to contend with. Not afraid
of falling either? Maybe you should be.
The construction industry has deep roots in North America, and though tools and techniques
have improved over time, some things never change. A variety of construction site safety
challenges, pitfalls, and risks continue to interfere with day-to-day work – in fact, over 20%
of worker fatalities in 2015 were in construction. Fatal falls are still the top cause of death
among construction workers and contractors, which means there’s room for improvement in
construction site safety.
Three common equipment problems that lead to falls
Construction jobs require a range of specialized equipment, and that can make monitoring
and upkeep a bit of a chore. However, it’s a chore you won’t want to skip, since ladders,
scaffolding, and fall protection are at the heart of a good construction site safety program.
Consider improving your safety practices when it comes to using these common pieces of
equipment.
i) Ladders
Ladders seem relatively straightforward: make sure it’s stable, then go on up. Of course, any
piece of equipment with many joints or load-bearing platforms – like a ladder – can become a
major safety hazard, especially with wear and tear.
Another problem with a “straightforward” piece of equipment is that you could begin to get
far too comfortable with it. If you lean a bit too far, or trust your footing a bit too much, you
could find yourself tumbling to the ground.
Improper ladder use is a leading cause of fatal falls for construction workers. Ladder safety
involves checks, focus, and careful consideration about the consequences of misuse, so keep
these construction safety tips in mind when it comes to updating your ladder safety regimen:
 • Inspect each ladder before using it, and if you deem it unsafe, be sure to promptly
remove it from the worksite.
• Always face the ladder when climbing or descending.
• Keep three points of contact with the ladder at all times – two feet and a hand, or two
hands and a foot.
• Check that the surface is level and stable before setting up the ladder.
• Be sure the top of the ladder extends at least three feet above the point of support,
and tie the top and bottom to secure points for extra stability.
• Check the locks on your extension ladder before using it.
• Put barriers around the ladder if it’s being used in a high-traffic area.
• When considering the amount of weight a ladder can safely hold, don’t forget to
factor in any tools or materials you may be holding while standing on it.
Energized electrical equipment brings another level of risk. If you’ll be using this sort of
charged equipment, your ladder should have non-conductive side railings.
Fatal falls are the top cause of death among construction workers and contractors, and
improper ladder use is a leading cause of fatal falls.
ii) Harnesses
A personal fall arrest system can be great insurance against a disastrous fall on a construction
site – but only if it’s in perfect working order. Like any important tool, harnesses should be
inspected closely and frequently, and always used properly. After all, your body is literally on
the line.
When inspecting your harness, consider these tips:
• Make sure the harness is working properly and free of damage
• Make sure that the lanyard or lifeline is short enough to prevent you from making
contact with a lower level if you were to fall.
Safety nets and lanyards involved in personal fall arrest systems will prevent you from falling
a great distance; only guardrails can actually prevent a fall from occurring. Employers and
employees alike should have a part in ensuring a safe work environment, which means
management should consider installing toe boards, screens or guardrails, and canopies or
barricades where appropriate.
iii) Scaffolding
Scaffolding is an integral part of a construction site, and potentially the most dangerous for
workers. After all, this sort of raised platform not only exposes workers to falls, but also to
electrocutions and falling objects.
Careful tool placement and being conscious of weight limits will help you work safely on a
scaffold. Here are some other construction safety tips you might want to consider:
• Have trained people assemble the scaffold, and schedule regular inspections by a
qualified inspector (ideally, a professional engineer).
• Include at least two guardrails (three, if you count the toe board) on each side of the
platform.
 • Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) on scaffolds, including standard head and
foot protection, plus a harness when necessary. If a harnessed worker falls off a
platform, they should be returned to a safe, stable surface and unhooked as soon as
possible. Dangling from a harness may cut off circulation and become life-threatening
in as little as ten minutes.
• Since space is tight to begin with, keep any tools and materials that aren’t being used
off the scaffold.
• Block off the area on the ground below the scaffold to protect passersby from
material and items that could fall from the platform.
It’s important to remember that while you could be in danger of falling, you’re also in danger
of having other things fall on you. This is why having the right head and foot protection, as
well as keeping surfaces clutter-free, is so important.

Working at heights: Hierarchy of control(1)

Assess the risks of working at height and take the necessary measures to avoid accidents
by following these steps:
1. Avoid working at height completely

Where possible, use a plant equipment at ground level rather than a roof, or change the
equipment altogether.
Example: Use a 'reach and wash system' to clean windows instead of a ladder.

2. Prevent falls using a safe place to carry out work

If you can’t avoid working at height, then designate a 'safe place' where work can be carried
out with minimal risks. Additional protective equipment should not be necessary as
preventative measures are already in place in this space.
Example: A balcony or parapet.

3. Prevent falls using collective equipment

Install a permanent system that offers a passive solution for multiple workers, such as a
physical barrier. This will allow them to concentrate on the job itself rather than the safety
system.

4. Use personal protective equipment (PPE): Fall restraint

Fall restraint systems usually include an anchor point and lanyard which prevent workers
from reaching a hazard.

5. Minimise the distance the worker could fall

If a fall cannot be avoided, then use collective equipment, such as airbags, to reduce the
impact of the fall.
6. Minimise the impact of a fall

Use netting to soften the impact of the fall.

7. Use PPE: Fall arrest

Fall arrest systems should only be used as a last resort and you will need to undergo training
to use these. If a worker falls, fall arrest equipment stops the fall before he hits the surface.

8. Minimise risk by undergoing training

Training should focus on safe working practices, as well as on the correct use of relevant
equipment
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Work At Height Hazards And Control

Measures

The topic “Work at height hazards and control measures” covers two (2) areas:

• Work at height hazards and

• Work at height control measures

Work at height hazards

These are acts, situations and conditions which have the potential to cause harm to anyone
working at height; these hazards includes:

• Over-reaching

• Failure of a fragile surface.

• Unguarded holes in floors

• Failure of the elevated work platform (Collapse, overturn, etc.)

• Poor edge protection

• Items being poorly stored or secured

• Work in areas without guard rails or covers.

• Poor training

• Falling object
Work at height control measures
Here are series of action that should be taken to manage all the hazards associated with
work at height.

To set a workable work at height control measures, proper work at height risk assessment
should be carried out. This will guide the process of drawing out adequate control measures
for work at height activity.

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The topic “Work at height hazards and control measures” covers two (2) areas:

• Work at height hazards and

• Work at height control measures

Work at height hazards

These are acts, situations and conditions which have the potential to cause harm to anyone
working at height; these hazards includes:

• Over-reaching

• Failure of a fragile surface.

• Unguarded holes in floors

• Failure of the elevated work platform (Collapse, overturn, etc.)

• Poor edge protection

• Items being poorly stored or secured

 • Work in areas without guard rails or covers.

• Poor training

• Falling object

Work at height control measures

Here are series of action that should be taken to manage all the hazards associated with
work at height.

To set a workable work at height control measures, proper work at height risk assessment
should be carried out. This will guide the process of drawing out adequate control measures
for work at height activity.

Hierarchy of controls when working at height

When working at height, hierarchy of control to be followed include:

• Avoid working at height where possible

• Work from an existing place of work, or use an existing means of access and
egress.

• Preventing falls using collective protection

• Preventing falls using personal protective equipment

• Provision of work equipment to minimise the distance and consequences of a fall,

e.g. fall arrest systems

• Instruction and training and/or other means

Where possible, work at height should be avoided, usually by carrying out tasks from the
ground.

If not possible, other hierarchy of controls should be adopted.

Use existing working platform

Here existing safe place of work is used to carry out work where possible. This existing work
platform is believe not to require additional protective equipment and with is no risk of
falling because preventative measures are already in place.

Preventing falls using collective protection

This means protecting everyone who’s potentially at risk. This involve ensuring the use of a
safe working platform. Below are the characteristics of a safe working platform:

• The working surface must be stable and of sufficient strength and rigidity for the
purpose.

• The working platform must rest on stable and suitably strong surfaces.

• It must be of sufficient size to allow safe use for persons, plant and material; the
space must be suitable.

• Should be designed in such a way that fall from the platform is avoided.

• No gaps should be left on the platform.

• Suitable protection, such as platforms, coverings, crawling boards or guard rails,

must be provided.

• Measures should be taken to minimise the distance and consequence of any fall,
e.g. fall arrest systems, safety nets and air bags.

Preventing falls using personal protective equipment

This could include equipment such as safety belts (Body harness), which restrict the
worker’s movement to the extent that a fall isn’t possible.

Minimise consequences using collective equipment

This level on the hierarchy of control again refers to the use of safety nets or airbags. This
can help to reduce the distance of a fall, and also to soften the impact of fall.

Ensure workers training:

Before any worker is assigned with the task of working at height, the worker needs to be
properly trained. The training should cover:
 • What is working at height

• Dangers of working at height

• Who should work at height

• Safety measures to adopt while working at height

• Appropriate use of fall protection and its accessories.

• Different types of body harness, and their suitability. This will help in the choice of
the best body harness for the job; they could need harness with a single lanyard or a
double lanyard.

If all these hierarchy of controls are adequately implemented, the hazards of working at
height would have been greatly managed.

Better risk management can save lives

Regular inspection, thorough training, and comprehensive safety and actions plans should play major
roles in your construction site safety strategy. It’s difficult to monitor and control all aspects of your
daily operations, and maintenance could get lost in the shuffle. Consider bringing in some risk
management experts to help you better assess your risks, compile a training program, and ultimately
protect the people that your business counts on.
Managing safety on a construction site is only one piece of the puzzle. With all your specialized, well-
maintained equipment, your operation could be more tempting to thieves than you might imagine.
Take a moment to learn about the growing problem of construction site theft, and what you can do to
protect your tools and equipment as you work to keep your employees safe.

12. How to work safely in confined spaces

Confined spaces are high risk work areas that can kill both workers and
rescuers. Very specific rules need to be followed by workers who work in
and around these spaces.

Confined space entry training is another course that should be taught by

professionals. This type of training will help you recognize confined space
entry risks and how to establish measured and corresponding controls. You
will also become familiar with, inspect and use Confined Space Entry
(CSE) access equipment and air quality instrumentation.

A confined space rescue program teaches you how to safely perform a

rescue from a confined space.