How to Improve Safety in the Workplace

No matter what industry your business is in, maintaining the safety of your employees and customers is key. There are a few things that can be done which help keep your company out of liability. One of the first things you should do is obtain business insurance.  

Business insurance is very important, especially if you have equipment, property and employees that can be injured. Knowing which policies are designed to keep your company safe is important and can assist you when you least expect. 

Here are additional measures businesses should take to avoid accidents in the workplace: 

• Have proper training and protocols in place: Everyone needs to be properly trained on all equipment and use the right protective gear to avoid accidents. Every company should have a safety program and manuals in place.
• Make sure everyone participates in emergency drills: The entire staff should participate in emergency drills that should occur at least once or twice a quarter so that everyone is on the same page.
• Have a safety team in place: An onsite safety team should be in place to identify any areas where safety hazards may occur. Any hazards should be immediately reported to management and corrected to maintain safety standards.
• Post visible signs: There should always be visible signs throughout the facility to aid in the prevention of workplace accidents. There should also be visible demonstration signs over or next to every piece of equipment to make sure employees know how to use it correctly. 

How Effective are These Workplace Safety Methods? 
When used correctly, these measures are a tremendous help in avoiding workplace accidents and any workers compensation insurance claims that may result. Once you make the effort to improve safety in the workplace, it creates a more relaxed environment for you and your staff. 

Is your business protected against workplace accidents? Call Concise Insurance Services at (408) 567-1111 for more information on Oakland workers compensation insurance.