A quick word with a colleague, a sneaky glance at your cell phone, and next thing you know you’re at the doctor’s office needing stitches… or even worse. With just a momentary lapse in attention on the job, really serious injuries needing surgery are not in any way unusual.

And what really hurts is that all too often we only have ourselves to blame. We get distracted and our mind or eyes are not as focused as they should be. Routine tasks and rushed work can also make us careless.

Stay alert

In many cases, it’s all in our own hands. So please, focus on what you’re doing.

Protect yourself

Follow our life-saving rules and wear appropriate PPE at all times. Take time out to put on protective gloves – even if you’re in a hurry or you’ve done the job a thousand times before, etc., etc.
And don’t forget: Step up and speak out if you notice any potential hazards.

It’s the best way of protecting yourself and looking after your workmates. At the end of the day, nothing is more valuable than your health and that of those around you.

Many thanks for your support. Play it safe!