There are ways to prevent or reduce accidents from happening. Let you know the ways that will prevent accidents and injuries at the workplace.

1. • Most of us spend maximum time at our
workplace only. Occupational safety
and health has always been a major
concern. A work-related injury is mainly
responsible for disability, loss of
health, and death worldwide.
How To Prevent Accidents on a Workplace
• There are ways to prevent or reduce
accidents from happening. Let us now
look into ways that will prevent
accidents and injuries at the workplace.

2. Keeping Workplace in Order
• Well-maintained workplaces prevent
trips, slips, and falls from occurring
again and again. Simple cleaning
procedures will help to prevent cuts,
bruises, fractures, and dislocations of
joints.
• A clean workplace improves
productivity and boosts the morale of
the workers and will help to handle
unexpected challenges of working with
flammable materials and other
hazardous materials.

3. • Regular training sessions on safety
measures will keep workers who
work with hazardous materials on
high alert. Rewarding employees
who follow safety standard
procedures and protect themselves
from any types of workplace injuries
will encourage other employees
also to be alert
Remaining Alert Always

4. • An effective workplace safety plan
has guidelines/instructions that
guide the workers to be alert, to
identify hazards, to understand the
need to report hazards immediately
to their leaders, and finally know
how to deal with workplace
incidents effectively
Educating Employees on Workspace Safety

5. • Conduct periodic inspections of
buildings and the workspace for any
damage or loopholes that may turn
into safety hazards. Regular
evaluation of walkways, floors,
tools, and equipment at the
workplace is a must.
Research Safety Vulnerabilities

6. • Proper training will help employees
to use their personal protection
equipment every day at the
workplace. The employees must
know how to wear, take off their
PPE, and also how to maintain and
dispose of them after use.
Providing Personal Protection Equipment & Training

7. • Safety signs must be installed in
places or spaces where they are
more visible and noticed easily.
Signs are installed to show
directions, warn of potential dangers
and share important information.
Regular maintenance of safety
signs ensures efficient functioning
and safety of the workplace
Fixing Safety Signs

8. • Regular maintenance of company
vehicles will help to identify signs of
leaks or cracks or wear and tear
because of friction. Regular
maintenance will also extend the life
of vehicles and reduce repair costs,
replacement costs, and insurance
costs
Regular Inspection & Maintenance of Company Vehicles

9. • Employees must report a workplace
accident immediately to the
supervisor or reporting head in an
organisation. Even if it is a minor
injury, they must report it without
delay.
Communicating with Your Supervisor on Risks

10. • Accidents mostly happen in
workplaces when employees follow
shortcuts to complete their jobs in a
hurry or to meet the day’s schedule
ahead of time
Avoiding Shortcuts
• Always follow instructions strictly and
take care to prevent unnecessary
mishaps in the workplace

11. • After giving first aid to the injured persons,
it is mandatory to take them to the
emergency room or the nearby hospital
for further medical treatment. In case of
serious injuries, it is better to call an
ambulance to avoid complications.
Handling Accidents and Injuries
• Accidents and injuries happen in a
workplace at any part of the day. You must
report any accident or injury at once to
your supervisor or manager. It will help to
take precautions to avoid any risky
situation and bring it under control

12. Conclusion
• Even if you have made the workplace risk-free and equipped with all safety
procedures, accidents and injuries may occur. When accidents or injuries
happen, report them immediately and get the proper treatment to save further
damage.
• Strictly following safety procedures and policies at the workplace will create a
safe and productive environment to meet targets on time