Safety Principles for Workers

Safety Principles for Workers
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Safety Principles for Workers
What is the average injury and illness rate for workers?
The United States (US) Bureau of labor and statistics stipulates the average rate of injury and illness for workers to be five for every one hundred workers. The number translates to tens of thousands of workers every year (YouTube, 2017).
What are the leading causes of injuries in the general industry, and how can they be prevented?
Some of the leading causes of injuries in the general industry include slips and falls (YouTube, 2017). According to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA), slips and falls in the general industry cause fifteen percent of all reported accidental deaths (YouTube, 2017). These injuries can be prevented by conducting regular inspections of the facility, performing detailed investigations, following an accident, and conducting employee training on safety measures when the work environment changes (YouTube, 2017).
What are some fire hazards, and how can they be prevented?
Fire hazards entail any substance which delays and minimizes the function of fire protection and safety materials (Gravel & Dubé, 2016). Some fire hazards include combustible liquids and open ignition sources. To prevent these fire hazards, a numb...